The living room of a modern home with wood paneling and sleek surfaces. - Vanit Janthra/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Turning a home into a smart home is a ...

Learn how Thread border routers connect your low-power mesh network to Wi-Fi, and discover which everyday devices already ...

Matter 1.4.1 implements a handful of new features to ease new-device setup. Multi-device QR code setup will let you add a whole box of smart home devices while only scanning a single QR code. NFC ...

You may have run into this when setting up a new smart home product: You’ve installed its companion app, created an account, plugged in the gadget, and you’re all ...

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Smart home security has evolved into a customizable, connected network of cameras, locks, sensors, and alarms that can fit any lifestyle. Whether you want a simple video doorbell or a fully monitored ...

The Matter standard has received the 1.4.1 update, which includes a series of improvements and optimizations specifically designed to eliminate most of the pitfalls you encounter when setting up ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When it comes to building out a smart home, there's a lot of equipment to choose from: devices like smart thermostats, smart video doorbells, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Turning a home into a smart home is a hobby in itself, fitting voice-activated lighting, blinds that open and close on schedule, and routines ...