For homeowners venturing into the world of automation, building a custom smart home can feel like a daunting task. However, the process is best approached as a journey of layers rather than a single ...

We've tested hundreds of smart home products in more than 20 categories to help determine which ones are best for every room ...

As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at a few of our favorite smart-home items from the past year. From ice cream makers and portable air conditioners to super-fast phone chargers and ...

The arrival of generative AI assistants in our smart homes held such promise; instead, they struggle to turn on the lights. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about commercial cinema technology and smart-home tech. As if our smartphones were not already central to our lives, a new ...

From voice commands to app schedules, today's smart lights can do anything. We found which bulbs work the best.

I don't do many full product reviews anymore, but I still buy plenty of tech and home gear. Over time, some of those purchases replace older, worse products that stop working well. I purchase items ...

Ikea used 2025 to remind everyone that “flat-pack” can still feel genuinely fresh. This was the year the brand pushed hard on smarter, more flexible storage, tons of affordable smart home accessories ...