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 ...

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. Pixabay, Asotac In recent years ...

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 ...

CES 2026’s second day was all about hands on time with new tech. From Lego’s most ambitious play experiment yet to assistive mobility tech, smart home ideas that actually feel affordable and robots ...

Once again this holiday season The Day will continue its long-running tradition of publishing its Make a Difference series. The daily series highlights our neighbors who area social service agencies ...

Smart speakers, LED lights, and video doorbells are all must-have devices to build a smart home. They can often be individually controlled using your phone via apps from the manufacturers themselves, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart home devices offer a range of benefits for the whole family, making life easier for everyone. Using your home's Wi-Fi network, these ...

Can you really unlock the full potential of IKEA smart home devices without the Dirigera hub? It’s a question many smart home enthusiasts are asking, especially as IKEA continues to expand its lineup ...

With Gemini for Home arriving, Google's home voice assistant options are better than ever. Here are my favorite commands.

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. A modern smart home calls for modern smart home automation tech ...