A smart home designed around rules like “always leave the porch light in the on position” might work for you and maybe a few ...

The first light switch has come a long way since its invention in 1884 by John Henry Holmes in Newcastle, England. Holmes' ingenious 'quick-break technology' transformed the way electricity was ...

Rising costs, privacy concerns, and digital fatigue are fueling an unexpected "dumb home" movement, where simplicity is part of the appeal. Beth McGroarty, vice president of ...

Nearly every fixture and appliance in your home—from the lights, the HVAC system and even the coffeemaker—can be controlled remotely with a Wi-Fi connection and mobile device. But choosing the best ...

The biggest advantage of a smart plug is its plug-and-play design -- literally any power receptacle can host a smart plug with minimal effort. Alongside smart speakers and smart light bulbs, smart ...

I've tested and reviewed tech, pet, fitness and home gear for decades. Sustainable living has become an important watchword in the design of new homes, and futurists like to think about green ...

The Internet of Things (IoT) is, for many, about devices we connect to a network for convenience, such as thermostats, light switches, connected cars and interactive toys for our kids. While the IoT ...

If you’re deep into HomeKit like me, you know how convenient it can be for home automation. One of the most exciting smart home security additions for me in the past few years is Home Key from Apple, ...