After a few days at Maker Faire Shenzhen, it's hard not to rethink what a "smart home" can be. The event is packed with projects that aren't just flashy prototypes, but are instead thoughtful, working ...

Raspberry Pis are extremely versatile tools that can function in a variety of ways, depending on your needs. Here are some ...

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

The Raspberry Pi might sound like dessert, but it's actually a credit card–sized computer changing the world of DIY tech. First launched in 2012 by the Raspberry Pi Foundation, it was designed to make ...

Explore practical smart home automation ideas and non-gimmicky routines that simplify daily life, enhance comfort, and make every smart home truly useful and efficient.

Chris Wedel is a seasoned technology journalist with a rich background writing for top publications like CNET, Android Police, and Digital Trends. His work spans the consumer electronics landscape, ...

Imagine walking into a room that automatically adjusts its temperature and humidity to your comfort level, no apps, no manual adjustments, just seamless automation. Sounds futuristic? Not anymore.

If you’re just beginning your smart home journey, it can be difficult to figure out where to start. From smart thermostats and smart speakers to robot vacuums and light bulbs, the number of gadgets on ...

With the "Fall Back" daylight savings time switch behind us, November is here. And though that technically means Thanksgiving is the next major U.S. holiday, a walk through any Home Depot or Costco is ...

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

From gadgets that tackle chores to those that add a touch of magic to your home, here are our favorite smart home picks. From gadgets that tackle chores to those that add a touch of magic to your home ...

In recent years, integrating smart home devices into your living space has never been simpler. They have become easier to set up with user-friendly apps and step-by-step guides, and some are ...