Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

A handful of small, affordable devices now let homeowners add smartphone and voice controls to many existing ceiling fans, skipping the cost and hassle of a full fixture replacement. These retrofit ...

Smart plugs can't help with hardwired ceiling fans, but a small add-on can. It gives you app and voice controls without replacing the fan itself.

Many smart devices have become a year-round staple in modern homes. You use your smart speaker on the daily as it's ready to play your favorite tunes or answer queries regardless of the season. Your ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In an increasingly connected world, the right selection of smart devices can bring you and your home into the future. And by "the future," we ...

Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a dozen years, explaining the latest features, privacy tricks, and top recommendations. With degrees ...

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Smart plugs help you add some intelligence to home appliances that don't have built-in Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connectivity. With these little intermediaries between your wall outlet and your appliance, ...

Most people look forward with enthusiasm to the warm summer temperatures, but some of the excitement wears off when higher electricity bills arrive after running the air conditioner 24/7. However, air ...

It's hard to resist the urge to smarten up everything in a home. Too much can be a bad thing, where guests don't know how to turn on a flipping light. But, to my surprise, this bathroom fan of all ...