Not all home apps are equal. Your app experience can make or break the smart home devices you choose, such as security cameras or smart bulbs. The worst apps have confusing menus, lack settings and ...

Google Home Gemini extension is rolling out to all users for simplified smart home control. Gemini allows natural language commands for smart home devices, such as lights and thermostats. You can now ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. A much-needed update brings greater control and customizability. Plus, Google updates its iOS app to support ...

Google has unveiled the Google Home Favorites widget for Android, which lets users control smart home electronic devices from their phone's home screen. The new Google Home Favorites widget lets you ...

Worried about losing control during a Wi-Fi outage? See the smart home tech that stays reliable and functional without the ...

Homey’s new Matter Bridge app pulls Zigbee, Z Wave, 433 MHz, and IR devices into Apple Home, letting HomeKit control older ...

There's no denying the convenience of a fully connected smart home. You can turn on and off lights at the appropriate times, adjust the temperature, control connected devices, and much more. But to ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The app Controller for HomeKit has a new Floor Plan feature that lets you visualize control of HomeKit-compatible ...

If managing a growing list of apps for your smart home feels overwhelming, try these top practices to keep everything organized and under control.

No disrespect to Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant, but voice control still has its quirks and sometimes it’s easier to control your various smart home devices using your PC instead. But the degree to ...

Launch the Shortcuts app and tap on the plus (+) button to create a new shortcut. Scroll through the list of apps in the ...