From effortlessly switching lights to locking doors to setting kitchen timers, smart home devices can make everyday tasks a lot easier. They can grant you peace of mind. Luckily, with smart home ...

I previously served as an analyst focused on smart home and wearable devices, and before that I was a reporter covering consumer tech news. I'm also a yoga instructor, and have been actively ...

The first public release of Matter was in late 2022, but compatible systems didn't get support until the following year. Now, ...

Matter, the premiere smart home interoperability standard, now supports tap-to-pair and multi-device QR code pairing functionality in its latest v1.4.1 release. Unfortunately, the Matter 1.4.1 ...

Consumer Reports tests a variety of smart home devices, including smart speakers, smart TVs, wireless security cameras, video doorbells, smart thermostats, and smart locks, with more product ...

Aging in place means giving senior relatives as much independence as they want while still making sure they're safe and watched out for – which means smart home devices are the ideal place to start.

The current release adds more automation capabilities and gives users more control over their smart home devices through Matter. Because Matter is still a relatively young connectivity protocol ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart home devices are not just for the inside of your house — they can also enhance outdoor spaces. Whether you have a backyard ...

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