Say goodbye to (some) smart home woes. New user-facing features are coming to Matter that will make it easier than ever to set up your smart home and circumvent some of the more finicky, frustrating ...

While a smart home should be intuitive and just work for everyone, there's a good chance your own smart home setup is specific to you so adjustments are necessary when you have guests. Setting up a ...

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The Google Home ecosystem is among the most convenient options for controlling your smart home. Since fumbling through digital menus can be a hassle compared to simply flipping a light switch, making ...

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 ...

Small changes can add up. Here's how to set up automations to turn off TVs or lights at certain times, lower the thermostat when you leave the house, and more. I've written for various publications, ...

Commentary: I didn't need a technician to come to my home to set up ADT's smart security system. Here's what it includes and how I did my own DIY installation. Kimanzi Constable CNET Perspectives ...

Not sure where to start with smart plugs? At CNET, these are the tricks we use to make our homes smarter and routines faster.

Smart devices can be integrated into your home set-up in all sorts of clever and creative ways. These smart button tips will make your life easier.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Besides the ever-versatile smart speaker, some people start their smart home setups with a bright idea: the smart lightbulb, and for good ...