Many smart home devices rely on cloud services and internet access, but there are ways to reduce that dependence while improving privacy and control.

Setting up a smart home may seem overwhelming, especially when dealing with unfamiliar technology and high costs. Many ...

I review smart home devices in my line of work, especially DIY home security hardware. I've written about smart tech for nearly six years, so you'd think my apartment would be packed with smart lights ...

Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. As a smart home user, you've probably heard multiple mentions of Thread, Zigbee, and Matter from different companies, and seen all three names ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Turning a home into a smart home is a hobby in itself, fitting voice-activated lighting, blinds that open and close on schedule, and routines ...

I’ve been covering Android since 2023, when I joined Android Police, mostly focusing on AI and everything around Pixel and Galaxy phones. I’ve got a bachelor’s in IT with a major in AI, so I naturally ...

Michael Bizzaco has been writing about and working with consumer tech for well over a decade. With a background in home theater sales, installation and repair, Michael's hands-on reviews, how-to ...