IKEA has announced the launch of a new smart home range that includes 21 products, all designed to work with Matter, which is ...

A couple of trends have the potential to bring coherence and more mainstream appeal to the smart home technology sector.

For accent lighting, there’s a new GU10 spotlight option with both dimmable white and full-colour models and, for anyone who ...

My approach to the smart home is simple: if it ain't broke, don't fix it. So-called "dumb" devices can make your home significantly smarter and more convenient, and they often cost far less than truly ...

It might not grab as many headlines as Apple Intelligence or satellite messaging, but both the Apple Home app and the HomeKit standards underpinning it continue to be upgraded on iOS, iPadOS, macOS, ...

You’re probably spending more time fixing your smart home than using it. Here’s how I cut down my family’s reliance on Alexa.

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, patio, or ...

Setting up a smart home device is easier than ever, especially with well-crafted apps. But users still run into problems with connections, settings or even turning on -- especially when using multiple ...

Our kids' room has its own routine. When we say, "Alexa, it's bedtime," their sound machine turns on (powered by a smart plug), their bedside lamp switches off, and their smart light strip turns on to ...

The smart home is complex. It has multiple devices, often multiple apps and a variety of wireless connections all working together with additional devices such as your phone and router. It's no ...

If you use Google smart home devices, like security cameras, speakers or doorbells, you may have noticed more glitches and technical hiccups lately. From delayed responses to outright device failures, ...