Here are my favorite home apps to make smart home management fast and fun, without the clutter or annoying navigation.

You can set up the Google Home app on your phone or tablet to connect your smart devices and use Google Assistant.

If your home apps are multiplying, I suggest converting to Matter devices, adopting a password manager, and using other hacks to cut down on juggling all those apps. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home ...

The Google Home app’s Activity tab showcases the activity history for your entire home, including devices that are not made ...

Gemini for Home is a new, foundational intelligence that transforms your relationship with your home, says Google. Gemini not ...

A new Apple framework makes it easy for developers of smart home apps to help cut your electricity bills. While EnergyKit is currently limited to thermostats and EV chargers, it’s the first step ...

Amazon, Apple, Google, LG, Roku, Samsung, and Vizio each bring their own app stores and streaming perks. We're here to help ...

At a glance Expert's Rating Pros ・DIY installation option can save you lots of money ・Trusted Neighbor is a great feature ・Nest cameras and video doorbell support facial recognition and can ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Moving out of and into a smart home requires a lot of attention to detail. This guide will help you through it.

I know some people think that a lot of smart home tech is frivolous, and some of it is, I’ll agree, but there are certain things that make daily life a little better. For example, I have security ...