Smart home technology promises convenience, efficiency, and peace of mind through connected security cameras, smart locks, and automated monitoring systems. But these same devices that are supposed to ...

The Apple-backed group that oversees the Matter smart device standard has launched its latest big update. Matter 1.4 debuts today with a variety of improvements that further advance smart home ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart plugs are a simple, cheap way to add smart functionality to your home, even if all of your devices and appliances have no inherent smart ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Matter is making smart homes far more accessible than ever, but today's drawbacks of the standard could hurt the smart home more than help. Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living ...