How to create a room in Google Home
Creating rooms with Google Home is an easy way to organize all your smart home gadgets. Here's how it's done, along with tips on renaming or deleting rooms.
Is an air quality monitor worth adding to your home?
Although they won't purify your home, indoor air quality monitors do an excellent job of tracking airborne particulates. But are they worth purchasing?
Can a smart sprinkler system help you use less water?
Saving water is crucial in a shifting climate. Can smart sprinkler systems ensure you're only using as much as you need?
Ring Indoor Cam vs. Arlo Essential Indoor Camera: which is best?
Looking for an indoor camera for your smart home? Here's a look at the Ring Indoor Cam and Arlo Essential Indoor Camera to help you figure out which is best.
The best Google Home tips, tricks, and Easter eggs
Google Home can do a lot more than you think. Here are some tips and tricks to help you get the most out of Google Home and its growing ecosystem of gadgets.
What is Amazon Alexa, and what can it do?
What exactly is Alexa? How exactly does it work? Here's everything you need to know about how Alexa works, where it comes from, and how it can help you.
How to arm your SimpliSafe system at night
SimpliSafe doesn't offer a Night mode, so what's the best way to arm your system while sleeping? Here's a look at what works best for most homes.
Is a Roku Smart Home Subscription worth it?
Roku offers a few different Smart Home Subscriptions. Here's a look at both to see if they're a good fit for your home security needs.
How to set up your smart home for beginners
Are you ready to give your home a smart makeover? Here's a guide to how to get started with smart devices, what a smart home needs, and what to buy next.
How to set up Roku Home Monitoring System SE
Setting up the Roku Home Monitoring System SE isn't too difficult, but there are a few things to keep in mind as you move through the process.
How to set up Roku Indoor Camera SE
Trying to install the Roku Indoor Camera SE? Here's how to get it properly set up in your home, along with a few tips for troubleshooting common issues.
How to fix dark footage on Ring Video Doorbell
If your Ring Video Doorbell is producing images that are unusually dark, there are a few ways to fix the problem. Here's what you need to know.
How to add a family member to SimpliSafe profile
SimpliSafe doesn't let you add multiple users to your account, but there's a simple workaround for the oversight. Here's what you need to know.
How to add a new sensor to an existing SimpliSafe system
You can easily add new sensors to an existing SimpliSafe system. In fact, the process can be done using a phone or the SimpliSafe Keypad. Here's how it works.
How to reset the SimpliSafe Base Station
You might need to reset your SimpliSafe Base Station if you're running into connection errors. Thankfully, the process is easy. Here's what you need to do.
Are smart thermostats worth it? Pros and cons of connected thermostats
Are smart thermostats worth it? Between the cost, the hassle of installation, and having to learn a whole new system, there's a lot to invest.
Are smart lights bulbs worth it?
Smart light bulbs give you several ways to control their performance or alter their appearance. But are they worth the inflated price tag?
Ecovacs Deebot T10 Omni vs. Ecovacs Deebot T20 Omni: Is the T20 worth it?
The Deebot T20 Omni is the latest robot vacuum to join Ecovacs' lineup, but is it a big enough improvement over the Deebot T10 Omni? Here's a closer look.
How long do video doorbells last?
Video doorbells are great smart home gadgets, but they won't last forever. Here's a look at how long they'll be supported and when they should be replaced.
How to connect smart home gadgets to your Amazon Alexa device
Here's a look at how to connect your smart home devices to Alexa, along with tips on how to easily control them with your voice or smartphone app.
How to factory reset an Echo Pop
Performing a factory reset on the Echo Pop is simple, but there's a way to reset the smart speaker that isn't as permanent. Here's what to know.
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra vs. Roborock S7 Max Ultra: Which is the better robot vacuum?
The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra and S7 Max Ultra are two of the best robot vacuums on the market. But which is best? Here's a closer look to help you decide.
How to choose a robot vacuum
Considering getting some robot housekeeping help? Shopping for a robot can be intimidating. Here's what to know before you buy a robot vacuum for your home.
How to set up the Echo Pop
The Echo Pop is an affordable smart speaker that offers full support for Amazon Alexa. Here's how to set up your new Echo Pop, along with tips for using it.
How to create a map with Ecovacs robot vacuums
Mapping your home with an Ecovacs robot vacuum is easy, although there's a bit of a trick to getting it to work properly. Here's what you need to know.
Smart lock buying guide
Need to make access to your home easier or more secure? Here's what you need to know about smart locks and how to pick one for your home.
How to turn off Amazon Sidewalk on Ring devices
Amazon Sidewalk is a local networking feature that keeps your Ring devices online in the event of a web outage. Enabled by default, here's how to turn it off.
What to know before you enable Alexa Guard
Compatible Amazon Echo smart speakers and displays can help protect your home with a feature called Alexa Guard. Here are all of the details you need to know.
Roborock S8 Pro Ultra vs. Ecovacs Deebot T10 Omni: which is the better robot vacuum?
The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra and Ecovacs Deebot T10 Omni are two popular robot vacuums, but which is best for your home? Here's a closer look to help you decide.
How do robot lawn mowers work?
Robot lawn mowers are one of the most intriguing smart home items available in 2023, but how exactly do they work? Here's what to know before making a purchase.
How to enable Sound Recognition on your HomePod and receive smoke alarm alerts
The HomePod and HomePod mini can now send alerts to your smartphone to let you know when a smoke or carbon monoxide alarm is going off. Here's how it works.
The best air quality monitors
Toxic particles can wreak havoc on your indoor air, but an air quality monitor can alert you to these unseeable pests. Here are our favorite monitors for 2023.
10 tips to make the most of your air purifier
If you're learning how to use a smart air purifier, we have tips and answers to commonly asked questions to help you get the cleanest air at home.
How to fix the Nanoleaf unreachable error
If your Nanoleaf product is showing up as "unreachable," you'll be glad to know there are several ways to fix the issue. Here's a look at what you need to do.