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The first device I added to my smart home was a light bulb. It seemed like the safest possible place to start. I could turn ...

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.

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Credit: René Ramos/Lifehacker/MirageC/Moment, Anton Zacon/iStock via Getty Images In Lifehacker’s series, “A ...

The Govee Smart Ceiling Light Pro is a standout smart lighting solution with easy setup, vibrant two-tier lighting, and Matter support. I’ve been transforming my home with smart devices lately, and ...

Upgrade your home setup for less! Grab the top-rated Kasa Smart Light Switch on sale for under $12 at Amazon and enjoy easy Alexa voice control.

Nothing feels smoother than asking Alexa or Siri to turn down the lights… except for that part where you have to shush all your dinner guests first before doing so. Not a good look. When setting up ...

Smart bulbs are a great addition to any home, whether you're building on an existing smart setup or starting out on your ...

Building a smart home sensor has become more accessible with the ESP Home Starter Kit, as highlighted by Smart Home Solver. This kit includes key components such as the ESP32C6 microcontroller, a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The promise of technology has always been one of progressive optimism, born of the belief that humans can invent our way into a better life.

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 ...