Automations make a smart home truly smart, not just convenient, by removing the need to perform repetitive everyday tasks. To identify what you can automate, start by creating a log of your daily ...

Hagop is passionate about smart home products, especially when it comes to making life easier. He's always eager to try out new technologies to make life easier, in terms of cleaning, automation, and ...

The Smart Home: It's a place that anticipates your needs and empowers you to fine-tune your environment. That's the pitch, at least. Putting it all together isn't a smooth ride, but the right setup ...

After what seems like years of rumors, delays, and generations of competition, we may only be months away from Apple's smart ...

Smart plugs help you add some intelligence to home appliances that don't have built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connectivity. With these little intermediaries between your wall outlet and your appliance, ...

Even though Apple doesn't include a coffee maker category within HomeKit, there are still ways to automate your daily brewing process. Here's how to create a smart coffee maker with Apple HomeKit.

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Install the device: Follow the physical setup guide that came with your smart light, lock, or whatever it is. Open the Home ...