We've tested hundreds of smart home products in more than 20 categories to help determine which ones are best for every room in (and out of) the house.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In 1999, the Disney Channel introduced a generation of kids and their long-suffering parents to the concept of a smart house. In the ...

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 ...

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Amazon's smart devices can help organize daily life and provide entertainment. The article highlights top picks for smart displays, security devices, Fire TVs, speakers, and e-readers. Amazon devices ...

If setting up smart devices feels daunting, here are three simple steps I’ve learned to build a functional smart home. Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with ...

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 ...

Of all the gadgets we add to our lives each year, smart home devices tend to carry the biggest promise. Convenience and security are baked into the pitch, but separating genuinely useful tech from ...

Building a smart home costs a fraction of what it once did, and there are plenty of opportunities to save some money along the way. I’ve always believed that there are some devices that are worth ...

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These home products proved such a good fit, I adopted them for the long term. Here's why they were special. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, lived with and ...