How to update your HomePod or HomePod mini
Keeping your HomePod or HomePod mini updated is the best way to ensure it performs as expected. Here's how to manually update your smart speakers.
How to add a device to HomeKit
If you want to use Apple HomeKit to control a compatible smart home gadget, you'll first need to add it to to the platform. Here's what you need to know.
See the incredible first images taken by the dark matter-hunting Euclid telescope
The recently-launched Euclid space telescope just took some of its first images, giving a taste of what is to come from this dark matter investigation tool.
HomePod mini vs. Apple TV 4K: Which is the better HomeKit hub?
The Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini are designed for two very different purposes, but they both serve as HomeKit hubs. Here's a look at which is best.
Google Home vs. Apple HomeKit: which is the best smart home platform?
Google Home and Apple HomeKit are two of the most popular smart home platforms in 2023. But which is best for you? Here's a closer look at both to help decide.
Researchers want to use gravitational waves to learn about dark matter
A team of astronomers has come up with a method for using gravitational waves to study the mysterious phenomenon of dark matter.
How to set up your smart home for beginners
Are you ready to give your home a smart makeover? Here's a guide to how to get started with smart devices, what a smart home needs, and what to buy next.
Your next Mac monitor could have this genius new feature
Apple has been working on a slate of secret Mac monitors, according to a new leak, and one of them could be a clever addition to Apple’s product lineup.
Euclid mission launches to probe the mysteries of dark matter
The European Space Agency has successfully launch its Euclid space telescope to study the mysteries of dark matter and dark energy.
How to watch the Euclid dark matter telescope launch this Saturday
Astronomers are getting a new instrument to probe the mysteries of dark matter with the launch of the Euclid telescope this Saturday. Here's how to watch.
Are smart lights bulbs worth it?
Smart light bulbs give you several ways to control their performance or alter their appearance. But are they worth the inflated price tag?
How to connect smart home gadgets to your Amazon Alexa device
Here's a look at how to connect your smart home devices to Alexa, along with tips on how to easily control them with your voice or smartphone app.
Aqara launches U100 smart lock with full Apple HomeKit support
The Aqara U100 smart lock can be controlled with a passcode, fingerprint, or with Apple home keys, making it a versatile upgrade for your front door.
Govee jumps on the Matter bandwagon with new LED Strip Light
The Govee LED Strip Light M1 is the first product from the company to offer full Matter support, and more Matter-enabled products are expected to arrive soon.
The new Google Home app officially launches on May 11
The long-awaited update is making it easier than ever to control your smart devices with the Google Home app.
5 TV shows to watch if you like The Mandalorian
What are you going to watch if there are no new episodes of The Mandalorian? Here are five TV shows that may fill that Mandalorian-sized hole in your TV time.
How to fix the Nanoleaf unreachable error
If your Nanoleaf product is showing up as "unreachable," you'll be glad to know there are several ways to fix the issue. Here's a look at what you need to do.
The future of Matter in 2023
Matter has big plans for the rest of 2023, but with no timetable for releases and Belkin stepping away, what can we realistically expect over the next months?
Nanoleaf opens preorders for its first-ever Matter smart lights
The Nanoleaf Essentials lineup is now available for preorder, offering full support for Matter and making it easy to light up your home.
What is Google Home?
Considering making your home smart? Here's what you need to know about adopting the Google Home smart home ecosystem.
How to connect Matter devices to Amazon Alexa
Connecting Matter devices to Amazon Alexa is a simple process, but there are a few requirements to be aware of. Here's everything you need to know.
Astronomers create epic map of more than 1 billion galaxies
A data release from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI) Legacy Imaging Survey shared the results from six years of scanning almost half of the sky.
How to add a Matter-enabled device to Google Home
Adding a Matter-enabled device to Google Home is a simple process, and it should only take a few minutes from start to finish. Here's how it works.
The best HomeKit hubs of 2023
HomeKit is one of the most popular smart home ecosystems available today. Before setting up your system, take a look at the best HomeKit hubs of 2023.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X35 will bring 5G to your next smartwatch
Qualcomm is delivering 5G to a whole new class of mobile devices with the Snapdragon X35, a new chip that bridges the gap between smartphones and IoT devices
Samsung SmartThings gets Matter support on iOS
Samsung has finally brought Matter support to SmartThings on iOS, so long as both the app and iOS are running the latest software.
8 things you didn’t know smart lights could do
Sure, smart lights can be turned on/off with an app, but what else? In this piece, we explore eight lesser-known functions of most major smart light systems.
GE Lighting shows off flashy new smart lights at CES 2023
GE Lighting revealed several new products during CES 2023, along with new integration with Schlage smart locks and an update on when Matter support will arrive.
What to expect at CES 2023, from mondo TVs to EVs
Faster PCs, brilliant TVs, and smarter smart homes are all on the horizon, and CES 2023 will be ground zero for the gadgets that will get us there.
Amazon brings Matter support to 17 Echo devices
Matter is now available on a long list of Amazon products, including 17 Echo devices, plus smart plugs, lightbulbs, and more.
Google rolls out Matter support for Nest and Android
Matter is now available on Nest and Android devices, with the update going live automatically on supported devices. Google is planning further updates for 2023.
Philips Hue starter kits just got discounts for Black Friday
Inject color into your home through the Philips Hue smart light bulb system. Enjoy savings when purchasing starter kits from Best Buy's Black Friday deals.
Best smart lights for Apple HomeKit
You're all-in with Apple, and you want the best smart lights available. Here are our top picks for HomeKit-compatible smart lights.
MediaTek’s T800 chipset will bring ultrafast 5G to more devices than ever
MediaTek's T800 promises incredible 5G speeds at a fraction of the size and power, opening the door to a whole new world of possibilities for 5G connectivity.