Cloud services are convenient, but they hurt smart home longevity
Relying on cloud servers for basic smart home functionality is a terrible idea.
The best Alexa commands
Unboxed an Amazon Echo and looking for the best Alexa commands? Learn how you can utilize your new virtual assistant to its full potential with our guide.
Is your smart home child-safe?
How friendly has the smart home become for kids? Let's take a look at the potential dangers around home automation and how to make sure your child is safe.
GE Cync smart lighting review: A worthy Philips Hue competitor
Smart lighting is the easiest way to start a smart home, but many fear it's complicated. We go hands-on with GE Cync to see how it stacks up.
Ikea launches Matter-enabled Dirigera smart hub and app
Later this year, Ikea is launching its new Dirigera smart hub alongside its new Home Smart app with Matter inside. Here's what we know so far.
Can your smart home save you money on homeowners insurance?
We all know the smart home is supposed to make our lives easier, but can it save you money on insurance? Let's find out.
Smart homes without Wi-Fi: Huge possibilities or roadblocks?
Our wireless networks are the building blocks of our smart home ecosystems, but should every automation require an Internet connection? Here's what we think.
Twinkly Dots review: Nice to look at, but nothing new
The Twinkly Dots have a unique design and look nice when set up, but don't bring new functionality to the table.
Matter smart home standard delayed until fall 2022
After unprecedented interest in the Matter standard from new companies, the CSA has delayed rollout until fall 2022 for the first batch of devices.
How to change your smart light colors
One of the greatest features of smart lights is being able to change them to all sorts of colors. Here's how you do it.
Is it feasible to go all-in with one smart home ecosystem?
What is the true cost of choosing only one smart home ecosystem? Whether HomeKit, Alexa, or Assistant, we tackle what it will take to invest in just one.
How to control smart home devices with the Apple Home app
Control your HomeKit-connected devices easily in the Home app on iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You can also set up automatic ways to control your accessories.
Homey delays shipping of new Homey Bridge
Homey is delaying shipping on its new Bridge as it works out bugs discovered in early beta testing.
This high-tech hillside home brings the outdoors inside
In episode 5 of Genius Home, our hosts Ariana Escalante and Caleb Denison take us on a tour of a hillside hangout that's stuffed with subtle tech touches
How to use Apple’s home keys
Apple home keys are the latest way to manage your home's smart lock hands-free, allowing you to customize how you unlock doors. Here's how to use the feature!
Google Home (Nest Audio) vs. Amazon Echo
Google's Home speaker and Amazon Echo are two of the most popular smart speakers, but which is the better of the two? Here's our comparison of both devices.
This Malibu mansion is a perfect mix of tech and tranquility
In this episode of Genius Home, our hosts tour a villa that sneakily hides its smart home tech to create a wonderfully calm and meditative space
Do you need a smart home hub?
A smart home hub keeps all of your Internet-connected gear logged and controllable under one easy-to-use interface, but do you need one? Let us weigh in.
HomeKit smart plug installation guide
Manage smart plugs with your Apple devices by tying them into HomeKit. Once it's done, you'll be able to manage them alongside your other smart home devices.
How smart lighting affects your health
Learn how smart lighting affects your eyesight, sleep schedule, and mood.
Philips Hue expands smart lighting to the great outdoors
Philips Hue announces its new additions to its outdoor light line: The Lucca, Inara, and Resonate wall lights.
Inside a modern mansion full of art, automation, and open air
In this episode of Home Genius, our hosts tour an art-packed party pad that's designed to handle common household chores autonomously.
5 things we’d like to see in the next HomeKit update
These are the five biggest things we want to see from Apple in the next HomeKit features.
How to sync smart lights with your TV
Did you know your smart lights can reflect the colors and action of your favorite movies and TV shows? Here's how to set it up.
Step inside a stylish, self-sustaining California villa
In this episode of Genius Home, our hosts take us on a tour of a home that's not only smart and automated, but also completely self-sustaining
What is Matter and how does it fit into the smart home?
Get the low-down on what Matter is and how it will affect the smart home going forward.
Why Matter is the most important smart home trend from CES 2022
There were a lot of tech trends at CES 2022, but one stands out above the rest: The rapid adoption of Matter among smart home companies.
Samsung Home Hub uses A.I. to make your home smarter
Samsung's new Home Hub tablet uses A.I. to monitor your home and make it smarter. See how Matter and SmartThings are part of the new device.
Twinkly’s new Dots LED string lights play nice with Razer Chroma
Gaming nd smart home fans alike will want to check out Twinkly Dots. They support Razer Chroma, the Omen Gaming Hub, and USB power.
Samsung SmartThings announces new partnerships for smart energy
SmartThings announces its new partnership with other companies to get closer to its goals of providing users with accessible energy management solutions.
Amazon brings Matter support to several smart home devices
Amazon has announced that it is adding Frustration-Free Setup to more Matter-enabled devices from its own and other brands.
Schlage’s Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt boasts iPhone, Apple Watch support
Schlage announced the Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt at CES 2022 with support for Apple's home keys. See how you can open this lock with Apple Watch and more.
Why smart lights are the perfect entry point to the smart home
Start building your smart home on the right foot. Smart lights are painless, easy to set up, and highly affordable.
How to sync smart lights to music
Get the party started with smart lights that sync to your music, be it streaming on Spotify or stored locally. Learn how to do it and which lights to use.