Creating your own smart home is becoming more accessible each year as the market broadens and deepens. These gadgets will ...

Copilot.cx is an IoT customer experience SaaS company that just introduced Copilot Star. Star is a framework that unifies different smart home platforms for users. The system is designed for smart ...

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Home apps vary a lot in design, but these options are some of my favorites. It's not always easy to know if a home app is going to be user-friendly or a pain until you start using it. That's where I ...

Turning your home into a smarter space can be surprisingly affordable. These under $50 gadgets bring automation, monitoring, ...

For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to craft how-to guides, explainers, and recommendations for technology of all kinds. From using his home in beautiful Bend, OR ...

Begin building a smart home by choosing a primary platform like Alexa, Google, or Apple for easier integration. Smart devices such as speakers, lighting, and thermostats can add convenience and peace ...

A new Apple framework makes it easy for developers of smart home apps to help cut your electricity bills. While EnergyKit is currently limited to thermostats and EV chargers, it’s the first step ...

If you've never heard of geofencing, now's the perfect time to start using these time-saving, location-based features. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, lived ...