For those going all in with the Apple ecosystem, HomeKit is what ties your smart home together. It provides a common interface for connected lights, thermostats, and everything in between. Smart plugs ...

Follow my walkthrough on thermostat installs to learn about wiring, Wi-Fi and how you can do this project yourself.

Smart-home systems maker Brilliant unveiled a new “install it anywhere” plug-in version of its Smart Home Control Panel Tuesday. Any homeowner or renter can use its touchscreen-based control and ...

RIoT Technology is able to track home performance to better inform builders and homeowners about what offers the best return on investment. Smart home technology has been evolving rapidly, driven by ...

As someone who grew up with a dial-up internet connection, I get anxious at the thought of any always-online product or service. My smart home is no different — I rely on it to automatically cool the ...

The new plug-in version of Brilliant’s wired smart switch is simpler to install and just as easy to use. But still-limited integrations keep it from being truly brilliant. If you buy something from a ...

You can still live out your high-tech dreams in a rental. These useful smart home devices won't impact your security deposit and are easy to take with you when your lease expires. I'm PCMag's managing ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Turning a home into a smart home is a hobby in itself, fitting voice-activated lighting, blinds that open and close on schedule, and routines ...

Expensive upfront costs Fundamentally alters your home. There are a lot of different reasons why you might want a whole-home backup battery. Perhaps you lose power frequently. You might be expecting ...