The arrival of generative AI assistants in our smart homes held such promise; instead, they struggle to turn on the lights. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See ...

If your smart home still feels more like a smart-ish home, make it your mission to make 2026 the year everything starts running as smoothly as it should. Between a genuine push by Big Tech to make the ...

LG is set to unveil CLOiD, a revolutionary home assistant robot with human-like arms, at CES 2026. Designed to tackle household chores, this advanced AI-powered robot aims to create a 'Zero Labor Home ...

If you think your smart home is often kind of dumb, you're probably right. Clumsy voice assistants misunderstand commands. Between compatibility issues and numerous privacy concerns, every new device ...

My home is much better with well-applied artificial intelligence, making things safer and saving money. Here's where AI is finally proving itself. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security For more than 10 ...

According to a 2025 Bankrate study, routine home repairs and maintenance average more than $8,800 a year. To absorb some of that cost, a growing number of homeowners are relying on home warranties, ...

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Building tiny backyard homes can be expensive. The units can range in cost — from under $100,000 to over $300,000. Three states will help with the cost by providing homeowners with grant money. Here ...

After a 25 year career working at the Gratiot County Commission on Aging, In-Home Supervisor Kristi Betzer is retiring from her position. Her last day is on Tuesday, Dec. 30. As an in-home supervisor, ...

When you set up a smart bulb in a lamp, you get to name that lamp, so Alexa will know which lamp you are asking her to turn on. In my living room, I’ve set up lamps called table lamp and floor lamp.

In recent years, humanoid robots have shifted from science fiction to an incredible reality. Initially, they were seen as technical marvels showcased at events and exhibitions, but today they are ...