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The clue is in the name.

A glossary for smart home newcomers.

Start your smart home automations with simple rules and device support, so setup stays clear and upgrades stay easy.

IKEA smart home gear delivers stable control and $10 sensors, with Matter compatibility so you can grow the system over time.

Big upgrades don't always require big purchases. These compact home gadgets quietly improve safety, convenience, and efficiency without breaking your budget.

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Highline Internet reports that smart home devices consume bandwidth even when idle, impacting internet speed; solutions ...

I’m a smart home nerd. That’s a given after running a smart home-focused website for nearly a decade and testing pretty much every platform, system and setup available. As such, people often ask me ...

Smart home devices don't usually lose support unexpectedly, unless something drastic happens, such as a company collapsing.

Smart homes allow homeowners to remotely control devices such as lights, appliances, entertainment systems, thermostats, door locks and voice-activated smart assistants through internet connectivity.