Industry Updates Matter Protocol: One Year Later, Was It Worth the Wait? A candid one-year assessment of the Matter smart home protocol — what shipped, what's missing, and whether it lives up to the hype. October 7, 2023
Tips & Tricks First Smart Home? A New Homeowner's Priority Checklist A prioritized checklist for new homeowners building their first smart home, from locks and thermostats to lighting and WiFi. September 30, 2023
Tutorials Google Home Automations: Beyond the Basics Google redesigned its Home app in 2023 with powerful new automation features. Here's how to use the advanced tools most people miss. September 16, 2023
News Amazon Fall 2023 Event: Every Smart Home Announcement Ranked Amazon announced a wall-mounted Echo Hub, new Echo Show 8, Eero Max 7, and an AI-powered Alexa. Here's what actually matters. September 2, 2023
Tutorials Creative NFC Tag Automations for Your Smart Home NFC tags cost $0.30 each and unlock powerful tap-to-run automations. Here's how to set them up with real-world placement ideas. August 19, 2023
Tips & Tricks Smart Home Privacy: What Your Devices Know About You A practical look at what data your smart home devices collect, which companies are worst, and what you can do to protect your privacy. August 5, 2023
