Sometimes the simplest way to understand the cause-and-effect nature of automation is to start with the effect. Scenes are ...

Do you wish you could control your appliances with just a tap on your phone? Want to go a step further and have things just ...

Start your smart home automations with simple rules and device support, so setup stays clear and upgrades stay easy.

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

Every big purchase you make comes with a user's manual: cars, dishwashers, even calculators. But your biggest purchase, your home, does not come with instructions, so I’ve previously advocated for ...

Explore practical smart home automation ideas and non-gimmicky routines that simplify daily life, enhance comfort, and make every smart home truly useful and efficient. Pixabay, Asotac In recent years ...

Smart speakers, LED lights, and video doorbells are all must-have devices to build a smart home. They can often be individually controlled using your phone via apps from the manufacturers themselves, ...

AI voice assistants like Alexa, Google, and Siri have become increasingly popular in recent years and are now an integral part of many people’s lives. With just a simple voice command, you can ask ...

I love outlet adaptors for HomeKit, but if you still use them to automate lamps, it might be time to switch things up (sorry for the pun). Smart plugs are a great way to get started, but smart bulbs ...

Discover 10 iPhone automations that save time, boost productivity, and make your device smarter. Learn how to simplify your ...

Android shortcut apps vary by use case: MacroDroid is best for simple, everyday automations; Tasker suits power users needing deep system control; Automate balances power and ease with visual flows; ...