ESPHome, an open-source project, lets you program ESP32 and ESP8266 microcontrollers, along with sensors and other hardware, ...

Which devices to make your home a smart home are best? Nine out of 10 adults in the U.S. are connected to the internet and more than half own a tablet computer. All you need to get started with making ...

The $10 ESP32 board has been a complete game-changer. It has helped transform my approach to building a reliable, ...

If you’re seeking to automate your nighttime routine, play music via voice commands or check who’s knocking at your door without rising from your sofa, you may want to consider adding a few smart home ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart home devices are not just for the inside of your house — they can also enhance outdoor spaces. Whether you have a backyard, patio, or ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Setting up smart home automations can feel overwhelming, and at times, downright ridiculous. You might wonder if you really need a machine ...

"The smart home can be complicated, but it doesn't have to be,” says Andrew Gebhart, PCMag's senior analyst for consumer electronics. “Devices are getting better at talking to each other, and whereas ...

Commentary: As the days get shorter, smart home scenes and plugs can help transition your space from day to night seamlessly. Justin Eastzer is a CNET Perspectives Contributor and former CNET host.

Not sure how a smart home works or what kind of devices it needs? As a smart home expert, I'm breaking it all down. For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to craft how ...

Smart home devices have numerous benefits for consumers. They have the potential to bring greater convenience, improve safety and help buildings feel more secure. But compatibility remains one of the ...