Plain-jane bulbs are so yesterday. Smart lights are in, not only because they're one of the easiest ways to enter the world of smart home tech, but also because they're one of the most affordable.

Many people who invest in smart home technology eventually decide to use a hub or home automation system, such as Nest, Wink, or voice-activated systems such as Google Home or Amazon Alexa. When ...

Dusk-to-dawn light bulbs turn on at dusk and turn off when daylight breaks, detecting the change in light using a photocell ...

Small changes can add up. Here's how to set up automations to turn off TVs or lights at certain times, lower the thermostat when you leave the house, and more. I've written for various publications, ...