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It’s easy to think of a smart home as a big, complicated thing that requires time and expertise to set up. The truth is, you can outfit your place with the best smart home devices in a matter of ...

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GE Lighting’s Cync brand takes a much-needed break from its typically overdesigned and overcomplicated in-wall switch design ...

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Even after my tests were done, I decided to upgrade certain smart home devices to full-time help. Here's what won out.

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The fewer entry points you leave open, the more secure your smart home will be. Here's how to check for all the gaps.