Here are my favorite home apps to make smart home management fast and fun, without the clutter or annoying navigation. Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security ...

Homeowners and businesses with an Alarm․com smart home system have a new way to keep tabs on things. The company has announced the launch of its first CarPlay app, unlocking easier access to smart ...

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Given up on trying to get Google Assistant to dim the lights or pull your drapes? If you’re an Android user, now’s your chance to give Gemini a spin with your smart home. Google has just released an ...

Well, this is it: After a series of delays, Apple is finally nixing support for its old Home architecture, meaning those still relying on the previous version of Apple’s Home framework have some ...

I’m a smart home nerd. That’s a given after running a smart home-focused website for nearly a decade and testing pretty much every platform, system and setup available. As such, people often ask me ...

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The Voice Mate H1 is triggered by being picked up and lets you command it with natural language. The company is also launching its first outdoor camera, with support for HomeKit Secure Video. The ...

Kwikset is the latest big name to join the Android Auto and CarPlay app ecosystems with a new app that allows drivers to control their smart homes directly from their cars.

Apple is mandating users upgrade to its new Home architecture by February 10, 2026, or risk losing control of HomeKit-connected smart devices and automations. PCWorld reports the updated system no ...