Adding Wi-Fi doesn’t always turn out to be as smart as it sounds. A smart smoke detector turns out to be dumber than I thought, even with Wi-Fi added. Smart smoke detectors will let you know if a fire ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart device technology has grown enormously in recent years, and there's always something new to make life easier. It's even possible to ...

Having a smart home isn't just about voice assistants. An effective setup creates an interconnected ecosystem of devices working together to make daily life more convenient, efficient, and secure ...