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Today, my smart home is packed with just about every smart gadget imaginable — from smart plugs and displays to a pair of smart heaters — but it wasn’t always this way. My journey actually started ...

David Nield is a technology journalist from Manchester in the U.K. who has been writing about gadgets and apps for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Durham ...

Before the year 1879, a reliable, effective electric light was the thing of imagination, and the after sunset, the world remained lit only by fire. Then, in the fall of that year, Thomas Edison ...

It's time to light up your Christmas with some smart lights that you can control using an app. Smart LED lights are not only easier to manage, but they also offer more customization options and help ...

If you're researching in-wall switches to control your home's lighting system, you probably realize they require a little more effort to select and install than the ...

Smart lights are a worthy investment and easy to install, but choosing the right bulbs requires planning. Here's what you need to know before converting your home to smart lights. For more than 10 ...

Automation and smart home devices improve our daily lives and make our homes safer. These devices can do everything from ...