Overview: Simple IoT projects explain how everyday smart devices collect and use data effectively.Sensors, controllers, and connectivity form the core of most m ...

A minimalist smart home controller made from a piece of wood, the Mui Board works with Matter, Sonos, Hue, and others. It ...

If you love tinkering, ESPHome is a fantastic way to build custom smart home devices. This open-source firmware framework gives you local control over smart home devices that support open standards.

The TRMNL 7.5" DIY Kit is an e-ink display option for hobbyists with various features It includes a 7.5-inch e-ink display, an ESP32-S3 board, and a battery, and offers Home Assistant integration ...

A Sheridan couple has invented a smart-home system that automates coop care for people who keep backyard chickens. Their Hen ...

I picked Aqara’s Smart Lock U400 and Roborock’s Saros Rover robot vacuum as the overall best smart home gadgets from CES 2026 ...

Even after my tests were done, I decided to upgrade certain smart home devices to full-time help. Here's what won out.

The smart home has been drifting into a world of interoperability lately that I never would have expected just a few years ...

It’s been a while, and though the basics are the same, Apple Home and Google Home have both benefitted from some long-needed ...

Devices equipped with Emerson's SmartVoice don't require Wi-Fi or a hub; instead, they utilize on-device voice control.

These products promise practical home upgrades, including control and safety sensors that don’t require setup, a self-charging lock, and blinds that automatically block the sun from your eyes.

Google Home has added new starters, conditions, and actions that let your automations respond to real activity like media ...