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

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.

Smart home technology has moved beyond novelty: by automating heating, lighting, appliances and window coverings, modern systems can reduce wasted energy, lower monthly bills, and shrink a household’s ...

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Our daily lives are now invaded by connected objects, smart appliances and other gadgets of varying degrees of usefulness.

From being able to play music with just your voice to having your lights turn on as you open the garage, the best smart home devices can change the way you interact with your home. Some accessories ...