We've been testing Echos and Alexa devices for years, up through the Alexa Plus AI. Here are the gadgets that work best with ...

Homebridge connects non-compatible smart home devices to the Apple Home app. You can run Homebridge on most models of Raspberry Pi. You'll need to install the ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart home technology is like something out of a sci-fi movie. It's possible to control almost anything that runs with electricity in your ...

Read more: Best Smart Home Gifts for 2026 From lighting to thermostats to security cams and heaters, we've used these devices in our own homes and come away impressed. Here's what they can do for you ...

An update to the Matter standard will make it much easier to set up HomeKit-compatible smart home devices. In particular, it should make tap-to-pair a far more common feature, rather than something ...

Ikea is making big changes to its smart home lineup, introducing 20 new devices supporting Matter-over-Thread that will work with HomeKit without needing an intermediary hub. Homeowners wanting smart ...

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Currently, smart home devices often need to support both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, even when the former is only ever used for initial setup. Incorporating both radio standards makes devices more expensive ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Jon Chase Jon Chase is an editor of smart-home coverage. For Wirecutter, he ...

Samsung has expanded its SmartThings platform to directly support 25 of Ikea’s Matter-over-Thread smart home devices, removing the need for Ikea’s own hub. The update allows users with a compatible ...