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.

The classic smart plug is a simple affair, a plug-in device that can automate and schedule on-off features for whatever you plug into it, like a lamp, coffeemaker or fountain. Emporia's model is a ...

You won't believe some of the tricks AI can do in today's homes -- and how they can save you time, money and headaches. For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to craft ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

When you're setting up your new Alexa device, there are three spots you should never put it. Here's why -- and what places ...

Commentary: IFA 2025 underlined how vital it is for consumer tech companies to tout AI. But the definition is getting blurry and I'm getting tired. For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience ...

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

Let's start with something simple. When you set up a device like the Nest Mini 2 or Nest Hub Max, it connects to all your Google-related apps through your Google Account. That means it's automatically ...

For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to craft how-to guides, explainers, and recommendations for technology of all kinds. From using his home in beautiful Bend, OR ...

The smart home is complex. It has multiple devices, often multiple apps and a variety of wireless connections all working together with additional devices such as your phone and router. It's no ...

As hurricane season continues, it's never been more important to protect your home from natural disasters. Part of that involves the basics, like shuttering windows and bringing in lightweight lawn ...

From virtual egg hunts to smart speaker dance parties for kids, there are many ways to celebrate Easter. But the classics are classic for a reason and planning fun family-oriented Easter egg hunts and ...