Here are my favorite home apps to make smart home management fast and fun, without the clutter or annoying navigation.

One of the biggest things that puts people considering a smart home setup is just how fiddly it can be to control everything.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We've gone from big workstations being converted into protable laptops, and then into smartphones that we carry around in our pockets. We find ...

Amazon Alexa and Google Home are great control centers to navigate your new smart home, but they aren't absolute necessities. Here are other ways to make your home smarter. John Carlsen has more than ...

Matter 1.4.1 implements a handful of new features to ease new-device setup. Multi-device QR code setup will let you add a whole box of smart home devices while only scanning a single QR code. NFC ...

Sanuj is a tech enthusiast with a passion for exploring smartphones, tablets, and smart wearables. He started his tech journey with a Lumia smartphone, diving into Windows Phone. Later, he switched to ...

Google promised that Nest x Yale Lock controls would eventually be included in the Home app, even though no more units are ...

Google will now back up Thread credentials stored on your Android phone or tablet. This will make it easier to add new Thread-enabled smart home devices to your Thread network at home. Your Thread ...

Whether you're looking to improve your home security setup or want to make your appliances more accessible, a smart plug can ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Setting up smart home automations can feel overwhelming, and at times, downright ridiculous. You might wonder if you really need a machine ...

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.

Not all home apps are equal. Your app experience can make or break the smart home devices you choose, such as security cameras or smart bulbs. The worst apps have confusing menus, lack settings and ...