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Smart Lock Buyer's Guide: What Actually Matters in 2024

After testing a dozen smart locks over the past two years, here is what you should actually focus on when choosing one in 2024.

Why I Switched My Entire Smart Home to Thread (and What Broke)

After years of Zigbee, I migrated my smart home to Thread. Here is what went smoothly, what broke, and whether it was worth the effort.

Best Smart Sensors for 2024: Motion, Door, Temperature, and Water

CES 2024: Smart Home Highlights Worth Paying Attention To

A look at the most interesting smart home announcements from CES 2024, from Matter-ready devices to surprisingly useful robot vacuums.

Best Smart Plugs for 2023: Wi-Fi, Zigbee, and Outdoor Picks

Planning Your Smart Home Upgrades for 2024

What to buy now, what to wait on, and how to budget for smart home improvements in the new year.

The Smart Home Year in Review: 2023's Biggest Wins and Fails

From Matter's real-world traction to Amazon's Alexa layoffs, here's an honest look at what went right and wrong in smart home tech in 2023.

Smart Home Stocking Stuffers Under $30

The best smart home gifts under $30 for everyone on your list, from tech-curious parents to the person who has everything.

Samsung SmartThings in 2023: The Comeback No One Expected

SmartThings stumbled for years, but 2023 brought real improvements. Here's what changed and whether it deserves a second look.