Plain-jane bulbs are so yesterday. Smart lights are in, not only because they're one of the easiest ways to enter the world of smart home tech, but also because they're one of the most affordable.

Did you know that setting your lights to turn off when you don't need them can save significant cash on your monthly energy bills? And switching to LED lights, which use just a fraction of the watts ...

Turning your house into a smart home involves the purchasing of connected devices, but did you know there are some hidden costs you should be aware of? I'm talking potential subscriptions, time spent ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Setting up smart home automations can feel overwhelming, and at times, downright ridiculous. You might wonder if you really need a machine ...

Bad lighting sets the wrong vibe, but these smart bulbs let you switch colors, dim the lights, and set the mood, all for less than the price of a fancy coffee (per bulb). Lighting can make or break a ...

Say goodbye to (some) smart home woes. New user-facing features are coming to Matter that will make it easier than ever to set up your smart home and circumvent some of the more finicky, frustrating ...

Learn 5 Google Home automations: starting your day, welcoming guests, improving productivity, setting up movie time, and ...

Matter 1.4.1 implements a handful of new features to ease new-device setup. Multi-device QR code setup will let you add a whole box of smart home devices while only scanning a single QR code. NFC ...

Smart bulbs are convenient for homeowners and highly customizable. Having smart bulbs can cut down on energy bills and usage. One downside of enabling smart bulbs is cybersecurity threats, but you can ...