Rising costs, privacy concerns, and digital fatigue are fueling an unexpected "dumb home" movement, where simplicity is part of the appeal. Beth McGroarty, vice president of ...

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Take an in-depth tour of my smart home configuration. This video showcases the systems I’m using, how I’ve integrated them, and which aspects I find most useful. How a DNA test solved a medical ...

The Raspberry Pi might sound like dessert, but it's actually a credit card–sized computer changing the world of DIY tech. First launched in 2012 by the Raspberry Pi Foundation, it was designed to make ...

I’m a smart home nerd. That’s a given after running a smart home-focused website for nearly a decade and testing pretty much every platform, system and setup available. As such, people often ask me ...

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You can find editor-approved discounts on Kasa smart home devices at Amazon right now. Kasa Smart Plugs can automate home devices like lights and appliances through a smartphone app. Amazon's Prime ...

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Make it easier to watch your favorite movies and shows, stream music to your whole home, or play video games with less eye strain. In Lifehacker’s series, “A Guide to Automating Your Entire Home,” ...