The future is here, and the dream of the smart home is as alive as ever, but many smart home devices are still prohibitively expensive. Just one smart lightbulb can set you back what it would cost to ...

A pendant version of the VARMBLIXT launches alongside the table lamp, carrying the same full-colour smart controls and a ...

Ikea is known for having everything you could possibly want or need for your home, and that includes smart home gadgets. Smart home devices connect your home to the internet of things, allowing you to ...

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Smart plugs are the simpler option: You plug them directly into an existing outlet, and they add a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth ...

The home automation market offers a diverse collection of interesting products like the iHome iSP6 SmartPlug and the iHome Control app. Plug the iHome iSP6 SmartPlug into a regular power outlet in a ...

It doesn't matter how old you are: Walking into a dark home (especially late at night) is creepy. Of course leaving a light on when you step out is always an option, but that's obviously a massive ...

The new plug-in version of Brilliant’s wired smart switch is simpler to install and just as easy to use. But still-limited integrations keep it from being truly brilliant. If you buy something from a ...

Smart plugs and outlet timers can both run devices on a schedule, but one becomes much more useful once your needs get a ...

As a longtime tech writer, I love all things tech, but I especially love smart devices. Smartphones, smart watches, and smart thermostats all make a ton of sense. They use technology to make our lives ...

Here's how I automated my morning routine with smart plug commands.

Day-to-day control over smaller appliances has a measurable impact on overall consumption.