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One of the worst things about smart homes reminded me why I'll never use an iPhone
By Tom Pritchard published
A smart home app mishap reminded our resident iPhone skeptic why he's going to stick with Android phones and their ability to sideload apps.
Alexa Emergency Assist — what it is, how much it costs, and how it could save your life
By Hunter Fenollol published
Amazon’s new smart home service has the potential to protect your home or even save a life provided that you pay for it
I'm using this cheap device to supercharge my smart home — and it's only $25
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
From kicking off routines to sending notifications, a motion sensor is the best way to take your smart home to the next level
Apple apparently testing HomePod smart screen on iPad mini
By Alan Martin published
It appears that Apple is ramping up testing of a possible HomePod smart screen, as tvOS 17 beta code includes references to the smallest iPad.
I made the coolest DIY Halloween decoration using this smart light strip — here's how
By Kate Kozuch published
I used these smart strip lights to create a DIY Halloween decoration inspired by a skull neon sign. Here are the materials I used and how I brought it to life.
Taiwan’s smart home tech is on full display with Taiwan Excellence Awards
By Sponsored published
Sponsored The Taiwan Excellence Awards highlight smart home gadgets designed to change the way you live every day.
Amazon event biggest announcements — new Alexa, Fire TV, Echo Show, Ring cameras, eero and more
By Mike Prospero published
Amazon has unveiled its fall 2023 product line-up including new Echo and Fire TV devices. Here's everything Amazon announced at its event.
Amazon Echo Hub hands-on: Smart home central
By Mike Prospero published
Our first look at the Amazon Echo Hub, a new smart display to control all your smart home devices.
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