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 ...

A recent CNET survey found that high energy bills are a source of stress for 78% of American adults, and investing in a smart thermostat could help you take control of your energy usage. Smart ...

Convincing your elderly relatives to adopt home security technology can be difficult enough, but what do you choose when they're interested? Aging in place means giving senior relatives as much ...

Trading all of your home tech and appliances in for smart home gear is supposed to make your life easier, automating tasks and making it possible for you to control everything with your phone. But ...

Not another damn light bulb. That’s what you might be thinking if you’ve been following smart-home tech for the past decade or, indeed, building out your own fortress of missed connections. The first ...

Users can take steps to reduce the risk of attack on smart homes. Strong passwords, MFA, and secure setup all enhance device security. Research smart device brands before making a purchase. As a smart ...

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. In the years since, smart home adoption has stalled — because it’s complicated and confusing, and the value ...