Which devices to make your home a smart home are best? Nine out of 10 adults in the U.S. are connected to the internet and more than half own a tablet computer. All you need to get started with making ...

Smart homes don’t need to be overly complicated. From video doorbells to robot vacuums, there’s a smart home upgrade for everyone. Here are some of my favorite smart home devices and some thoughts on ...

Enabling multi-factor authentication also protects your password, because if someone were to steal it, they'd still need the ...

Smart home hacking exists, but it's probably not the threat you think it is. Here are the facts, practices to keep you safe and more.

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You’ll need to make a raft of decisions before you choose which smart switches to install in your home, and your choices will be influenced by everything from the ...

Have you bought a new refrigerator, oven, washing machine, or other big appliance in the past few years? If so, there’s a good chance it can connect to the internet through your WiFi network. There ...

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

If you’re seeking to automate your nighttime routine, play music via voice commands or check who’s knocking at your door without rising from your sofa, you may want to consider adding a few smart home ...