Just about every home security system has paid options, but with a little effort and a focus on local storage, you can build ...

Home Assistant can run on a wide range of hardware, from premium gaming PCs to Raspberry Pis. But that dusty old laptop is ...

On this week's episode of the Smart Home Insider podcast, we go through a slew of new Apple smart home leaks before covering ...

For the Forbes Vetted Smart Home Awards, we consulted with 11 experts and tested hundreds of contenders. Here's a look at how we ultimately chose the best smart home gadgets of 2026.

What is the difference between smart home automation and individual smart devices? A HelloNation article provides the answer, drawing on insights from Chad Carney, a Smart Home Automation Expert at AV ...

I’m a smart home nerd. That’s a given after running a smart home-focused website for nearly a decade and testing pretty much every platform, system and setup available. As such, people often ask me ...

Video doorbells, automated lighting, connected thermostats, and security cameras have become part of everyday life.

DREO’s Air Intelligence combines sensors, thermal comfort models, smart software, and connected appliances to automatically adjust airflow, temperature, and other indoor conditions based on how a room ...

AI was everywhere at CEDIA Expo 2026, from automated system design to multi-assistant home control and dedicated Smart Stage sessions.

Overwhelmed by all the automation possibilities your smart gadgets offer? You're not alone. Here are three I find useful and not annoying. Home automation has gone mainstream at a rapid pace, with ...