Say goodbye to (some) smart home woes. New user-facing features are coming to Matter that will make it easier than ever to set up your smart home and circumvent some of the more finicky, frustrating ...

It opened up a whole new world.

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My smart devices were putting everything at risk. This easy setup protected my home network.

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 ...

There is no product category that better embodies the XKCD take on standards than smart home. With an ocean of connectivity options and incompatible standards, taming this mess has been challenging, ...

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.

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 ...

Jun. 12—(StatePoint) Whether you're setting up a smart home in new digs this moving season, or simply looking to get better connected, making your home smart doesn't have to break the bank with these ...

From using existing wiring to repurposing old hardware or smart devices, keeping your home secure might not cost as much as you think.