August’s founders are back with a smart front door

Design was another key factor; they wanted to get rid of clunky external hardware and hubs. August locks have always been ...

The top smart home security systems people are using to protect their homes

Keep an eye on your home while you're away and prevent package theft with these smart home security cameras and locks.

The new Homey Pro gets faster and smarter for Matter homes with no price increase

Homey Pro 2026 launches with double the memory, faster performance, and the same $399 price, giving smart home users more ...

Homey's flagship smart home hub just got a key spec bump

Athom has just released an upgraded Homey Pro (2026) model with more RAM, ensuring hundreds of smart home devices run seamlessly.

Shelly's new smart plug is at home with all major automation systems

The Shelly Plug Gen4 is compatible with Matter, Wi-Fi, and Zigbee.

Shelly looks to raise the bar for smart plugs with its 4th-gen device

With Shelly’s scripting language, plus support for Matter, Wi-Fi, and Zigbee, the Shelly Plug Gen4 promises smart home users ...
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Smart Glasses Are Inevitable, but They Still Have a Lot to Prove

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This Alexa+ update can track deals and buy for you when the price drops - here's how

There's also a new Shopping Essentials hub for lists, orders, and delivery tracking - all just a voice command away.