Last month, a couple of my Tuya-powered smart plugs stopped being responsive over Wi-Fi. When I checked their Home Assistant activity logs, I discovered that Tuya’s servers caused the hiccups. That ...

Which devices to make your home a smart home are best? Nine out of 10 adults in the U.S. are connected to the internet and more than half own a tablet computer. All you need to get started with making ...

If you're looking to modernize your abode with app-enabled lights or accessories, do you need to incorporate a smart home hub into the mix? What do they do?

Your smart speaker sits quietly in the corner. The light is off, you’re not using it, so obviously it’s not listening or recording anything. Right? Except that’s exactly what these devices are ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart home devices are not just for the inside of your house — they can also enhance outdoor spaces. Whether you have a backyard, patio, or ...

I've dealt with every kind of smart home and home security problem. Here are the steps that get things working. Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security ...

America’s homes continue to get ‘smarter’ – that is, loaded with smart technology like thermostats that adapt to your schedule, lights that turn off when no one’s in the room and front-door cameras ...

Renting your place can seem limiting with the smart upgrades you can do, but these renter-friendly ones are perfect, and your ...