Hagop is passionate about smart home products, especially when it comes to making life easier. He's always eager to try out new technologies to make life easier, in terms of cleaning, automation, and ...

For bigger projects, you might look into smart switches instead of smart bulbs if you want everything controlled from the wall. Smart doorbells and garage door openers like myQ are also cheap ...

The Amazon Smart Plug works with Alexa to add voice control to any outlet. They are super simple to set up, and can be used ...

Smart plugs offer the convenience of a smart home without the cost of new connected devices. And pairing them with Apple's Shortcuts app opens up a world of automation possibilities. I've written for ...

Holiday homes are turning into winter wonderlands with lights, music, and, in some cases, a lot more. Products to help manage your lights and kits can offer some extra fun this season. Consumer ...

While the demand for smart homes is rising, cost is still a barrier. However, some devices can help you enjoy the benefits of smart technology without the trouble of a complete overhaul. You can use a ...

There’s no need to switch out all your appliances to turn your smart home. The Kasa Smart Plug Power Strip HS300 can do most ...

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— Recommendations are independently chosen by our editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us and our publishing partners a commission. I consider myself a pretty tech-savvy person. So I ...