You might not ever become a homeowner, but that doesn't mean you can't make your not-a-house as smart as possible. Reading time 9 minutes Ah, yes, the American dream. A house with a white picket fence ...

In a world where thermostats, locks, and lights depend on remote servers, many homeowners are asking a new question: what ...

Have you ever wished your smart home devices could do just a little bit more—something uniquely tailored to your needs? Maybe you’ve dreamed of a home automation sensors that tracks the exact ...

The very first time I turned off my bedroom lights from under the covers, I was sold on smart home tech. There's just one problem: This trick relies on putting a device that's always listening for an ...

A smart home designed around rules like “always leave the porch light in the on position” might work for you and maybe a few ...

Home automation has transformed the way we interact with our living spaces, bringing convenience, security, and energy efficiency to our daily lives. From controlling lights and appliances remotely to ...

Have you ever found yourself juggling three or more remotes just to watch TV or adjust your smart home devices? It’s a frustratingly common scenario in today’s tech-filled homes. With the ...

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.

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