The basic controls of smart light switches involve an on and off function. Additional desirable options may include the ...

Google’s Gemini for Home system, recently integrated with Nest Cams and other devices, is already drawing attention. Though, ...

From cameras and feeding stations to litterboxes and trackers, CNET dove into every kind of pet technology to find what’s worth your money and time.

The biggest advantage of a smart plug is its plug-and-play design -- literally any power receptacle can host a smart plug with minimal effort. Alongside smart speakers and smart light bulbs, smart ...

One of the biggest challenges for seniors and consumers with a disability is remaining independent. According to a study originally published in the International Journal of Older People Nursing, ...

A ccording to the Centers for Disease Control, about 7.7% of U.S. adults have an independent living disability with difficulty managing errands and key daily tasks on their own. Simultaneously, these ...

Rising costs, privacy concerns, and digital fatigue are fueling an unexpected "dumb home" movement, where simplicity is part of the appeal. Beth McGroarty, vice president of ...

Older adults increasingly are embracing “smart home” technology to age in place as burnout continues to affect family caregivers.

Amazon, Target and Walmart are all kicking off big sales this week. Each store is offering steep discounts on smart home technology, but those products don’t always lead to instant savings. Other WRAL ...

Faced with an embarrassing cloud failure that made its smart beds go haywire, Eight Sleep didn't make excuses—it acted, and ...

Discover the best smart home sensors you need in 2025, from motion to temperature, and learn how these smart home essentials ...

Smart home technology adoption is especially prevalent among Gen Z and Millennials, according to the 2025 Homeowners Report.