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Begin building a smart home by choosing a primary platform like Alexa, Google, or Apple for easier integration. Smart devices such as speakers, lighting, and thermostats can add convenience and peace ...

The living room of a modern home with wood paneling and sleek surfaces. - Vanit Janthra/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Turning a home into a smart home is a ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Setting up smart home automations can feel overwhelming, and at times, downright ridiculous. You might wonder if you really need a machine ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are a lot of smart home devices that you can add to your home to enhance your life. From increasing your security, adding a bit of flair ...

AI home automation is rapidly transforming daily living in 2025. From voice-controlled assistants to smart sensors, modern AI gadgets make everyday tasks simpler, more efficient, and even enjoyable.

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. I am not, by any definition, a coder, but when I started seeing people’s vibe-coded smart home projects all over ...

LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. Luxury, once a synonym for extravagance, is being quietly rewritten. In today’s most coveted homes, the magic is in what you ...