If you love tinkering, ESPHome is a fantastic way to build custom smart home devices. This open-source firmware framework ...

Homes are growing smarter and more convenient every day. Thanks to new technologies that integrate the Internet of Things, or the objects that are embedded with connective devices, with household ...

A new year is a time of new beginnings and, as corny as it sounds, a great excuse to look at areas of your life that need ...

In today’s digital age, the concept of a smart home has transcended mere convenience—it has become a symbol of innovation and efficiency. The fusion of technology and residential living has ushered in ...

Explore practical smart home automation ideas and non-gimmicky routines that simplify daily life, enhance comfort, and make every smart home truly useful and efficient.

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

If you've been feeling bored by your smart home and its current routines too, keep reading. These are ways to configure the smart devices around you to make them for more than just turning the lights ...

Smart home tech brands will often label everything as "AI," but not all of it will actually be. Conversational voice ...

After more than a decade of accumulating smart plugs, speakers and sensors, I realized parts of my setup were quietly ...

The smart home has come a long way since the days of clap-on lighting. Now that so many of the household items and appliances we use every day are equipped for Wi-Fi, people want more — the ability to ...