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Manufacturer apps exist for good reasons—firmware updates, advanced features, and detailed controls. For everyday use, though, they're way more than necessary. I just wanted the lights on or off, ...

Not all home apps are equal. Your app experience can make or break the smart home devices you choose, such as security cameras or smart bulbs. The worst apps have confusing menus, lack settings and ...

The first step to your smart home is getting your app set up. If you're using Google, setting up Google Home is a five minute process. Even without devices like the Google Mini or Google Nest Displays ...

Trading all of your home tech and appliances in for smart home gear is supposed to make your life easier, automating tasks ...

Ikea's Dirigera Smart Home Hub has drawn hundreds of shopper reviews on the retailer's website. What do those who have ...

The Google Home app is one of the most effective tools for managing your smart home. Given the increasing adoption of smart home devices and Google’s prevalence in that space, the app is increasingly ...

Sanuj is a tech enthusiast with a passion for exploring smartphones, tablets, and smart wearables. He started his tech journey with a Lumia smartphone, diving into Windows Phone. Later, he switched to ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. A much-needed update brings greater control and customizability. Plus, Google updates its iOS app to support ...

You likely fall into one of three types of smart home gadget shopper: One, you're frustrated by the uncooperative bunch of smart home gadgets you've already bought that falsely promised compatibility ...