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Best outdoor smart plugs in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Control your outdoor lights via your smartphone, set schedules, and even sync them to other smart home devices.
3 cheap ways to make your dumb smoke detector smart
By Hunter Fenollol published
These gadgets upgrade your existing smoke and CO detector with smart notifications. You very likely own one of them already. Here's how to get your original detectors connected quickly.
The best smart home devices in 2024
By Kate Kozuch, Mike Prospero last updated
The best smart home devices can raise your home's IQ, from security cameras and Wi-Fi locks to cutting edge light bulbs.
The best Alexa compatible devices in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
The best Alexa compatible devices can all be controlled just by saying "Alexa..."
The best smart garage door openers in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are the best smart garage door openers on the market. Compare our recommendations and see which ones work with your smart home.
My cats have tested these robotic litter boxes for months — here’s the one they use the most
By John Velasco published
Something to think about for National Pet Day
Best universal remotes in 2024
By Mike Prospero last updated
Here are our favorite picks for controlling all your entertainment devices.
The best Google Home commands in 2024
By Kate Kozuch last updated
The best Google Home commands that help you with everything from ordering coffee to turning on your TV.
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