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Home Assistant 2026.3: Turn Your Android Phone Into a Voice Satellite

Home Assistant 2026.3 turns any Android phone into a voice satellite with wake word detection, adds beautiful water Sankey diagrams, real-time energy tile cards, and 17 new integrations. Here's everything that's new.

Is Your Smart Home Hackable? The 2026 Threat Landscape Every Homeowner Must Know

Your smart home faces an average of 29 cyber attack attempts every single day, and a third of devices are running outdated firmware. Here's the 2026 threat landscape and the practical steps you can take to lock down your connected home.

Matter in 2026: What's Actually Working Now and What's Still Coming

Matter has been promising a unified smart home since 2022. In 2026, it's finally delivering on some of those promises — cameras, robot vacuums, and energy management are arriving — but significant gaps remain. Here's an honest look at where Matter stands right now.

Spring Smart Home Checklist: 10 Automations to Set Up Before Summer

Spring is the perfect time to tune up your smart home. Here are 10 practical automations to set up now that will save energy, improve comfort, and get your home ready for warmer weather.

IKEA's 21 New Matter Smart Home Products: The Budget-Friendly Way to Go Smart

IKEA just launched 21 new Matter-over-Thread smart home products at budget prices — smart bulbs, plugs, sensors, and remotes that work with Apple Home, Alexa, and Google Home without needing an IKEA hub.

Alexa+ vs Google Gemini for Home: Which AI Assistant Controls Your Smart Home Best in 2026?

Amazon's Alexa+ and Google's Gemini for Home both promise smarter voice control and proactive automations. We compare the two AI-powered assistants head-to-head across smart home features, device support, and real-world performance.

Meross Ecosystem Review: Smart Home Basics at Unbeatable Prices

Meross delivers the most affordable Matter-compatible smart plugs, switches, and power strips on the market. Here is our full ecosystem review after 14 months of daily use.

Best Govee Alternatives: Affordable Smart Lighting for Every Setup

Home Assistant Not Starting? How to Diagnose and Fix Common Issues