How AI broke the smart home in 2025Â
This morning, I asked my Alexa-enabled Bosch coffee machine to make me a coffee. Instead of running my…
Meet the Best Tech of 2025 Winners
The results for our first Readers’ Choice Awards are in. We asked you guys to vote for your…
Alexa Plus’ website is live for some users
The Alexa.com website appears to be live for some users. The browser-based home for Alexa Plus, the company’s…
iRobot files for bankruptcy | The Verge
After 35 years, the maker of the Roomba robot vacuum filed for bankruptcy protection late Sunday night. Following…
How to Use Smart Lighting Around the Home: Reviewer Recommendations
Some smart lighting manufacturers offer hubs that enable faster local control. Hubs are also sometimes required for certain…
Some of Ikea’s Matter-compatible devices are now available in the US
Four of the five smart sensors announced in November can now be integrated into your smart home setup.…
Chamberlain’s new technology blocks aftermarket controllers from working with its garage door openers
Garage door opener manufacturer The Chamberlain Group has launched a new version of the communication platform that powers…
Wyze’s new security camera watches your yard from inside your home
Wyze has announced an unorthodox approach to outdoor security cameras with its new Window Cam that monitors your…
I’m So Tired of Subscriptions
Google is betting that AI can justify the high price of its smart home security camera subscriptions. The…
Meross’ presence sensor ditches the cord and adds Thread support
Meross has announced a new version of its MS600 presence sensor that’s now battery-powered, so installation isn’t limited…
I Ditched Alexa and Upgraded My Smart Home
Until recently, my smart home setup was in chaos. After years of testing, buying, and upgrading to the…
Siri Shortcuts now works with Samsung SmartThings routines
Samsung’s latest SmartThings update adds support for Siri Shortcuts. In a press release, Samsung announced that you can…