“Hey Siri, turn off the kitchen lights” allows you to target a room for specific controls, as long as you’ve correctly ...

Radiant speakers are especially useful near home desks and offices.

Are you ready to step into the future with your house? Smart home technology is revolutionizing the way we interact with our living spaces, making our homes more convenient, efficient, and secure. If ...

Smart home apps often don’t tell you what devices use Matter and which don’t. The CSA recommends that consumers look for the Matter logo on the website for their devices, so be on the lookout for ...

In recent years, Apple has made significant strides in the smart home industry, making it easier than ever for users to create a seamless, interconnected living space within the Apple ecosystem. With ...

As connected becomes the default for every household appliance — from TVs and washing machines to ovens and vacuums — we break down exactly what makes a home ‘smart’ and help you decide if it’s the ...

If you’re just beginning your smart home journey, it can be difficult to figure out where to start. From smart thermostats and smart speakers to robot vacuums and light bulbs, the number of gadgets on ...

Many smart home gadgets are expensive–look no further than robot vacuums or robot lawn mowers for a prime example. But building a robust smart home doesn’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, many cool ...

Whether you’ve been eyeing Google’s smart home offerings for a while or you’re just beginning to explore them, here’s what you need to know about Google Home — including available devices, the ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...