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Ikea is taking a refreshed step into the smart home space with the announcement of 21 new devices that all support the Matter standard. The lineup covers everything from lighting to environmental ...

Having a smart home isn’t just about automated routines and colorful lightbulbs. There are many upgrades that can protect your home and its occupants, some of which you’ll hopefully never need and ...

When smart home devices were first introduced, motion sensors were among the most interesting. This sensor would use differences in light to detect activity in a given space—impressive, but imprecise.

Ikea is making waves in the smart home market with the launch of 21 new Matter devices that promise affordability and ease of use. This article explores the latest additions to Ikea's smart home ...

IKEA is expanding deeper into the connected-home space, confirming that its next wave of smart products will support Mat ...

Aqara has been at the forefront of developing smart home products that break barriers. Right now, some of the best products the company has ever released are on sale, including its new Matter M3 Hub, ...

A water-leak detector is a relatively inexpensive device that alerts you to—you guessed it—a leak in your home. Similar to smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors, the most basic options cost $50 ...

It was a pretty big deal when IKEA finally rolled out Matter support for its DIRIGERA hub – a full two years after first ...

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 ...

Taylor Freitas is a freelance writer and has contributed to publications including LA Weekly, Safety.com, and Hospitality Technology. She holds a B.A. in Print and Digital Journalism from the ...