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

Philips Hue lights are great but pricey, so I switched to this affordable alternative and finally found a hidden trick to fix ...

A troubled system leads the author to a malfunctioning float-type low water cutoff, and illustrates the imporance of basic ...

While smart homes sound great in theory, you can easily fall victim to standing in a dark room shouting at a smart speaker ...

Which smart light switch is best? Smart technology offers convenience and efficiency at every turn, and smart light switches are no exception. The ability to control light switches either by app or ...

A pint-sized sensor promises fewer stumbles and calmer bedtimes, quietly automating lights where you most need a gentle glow. IKEA’s VALLHORN motion sensor arrives at just £7, aiming to make busy ...

Smart lights are great, allowing you to control them remotely so you don’t have to get out of bed to shut off that living room lamp you forgot about. But smart bulbs kind of suck because they need to ...

Managing the complex systems of the modern home can become pretty tricky. While mowing the lawn and hanging pictures on the wall are relatively straightforward tasks, plenty of additional ...

If you're keen on smart home accessories, you might have a wireless smart switch in your home. However, many homes will still use traditional light switches, most of which will make a clicking sound ...

Have you ever noticed a light switch that seems to be reversed or upside down compared to all the rest in your home? Rather than turning on when you flip the switch up, it turns off. These light ...