Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's grown increasingly easier, not to mention cheaper, to build out a smart home as prices fall and availability grows. In order to add smart ...

A set of new DIY guides showcases creative ways to upgrade homes with discreet smart sensors, inventive microcontroller uses, and affordable hardware finds. Makers are embedding sensors into décor, ...

Imagine walking into a room that automatically adjusts its temperature and humidity to your comfort level, no apps, no manual adjustments, just seamless automation. Sounds futuristic? Not anymore.

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From smart speaker mounts to custom lighting and sensor tweaks, these clever 3D printer projects add function, order, and a ...

The benefits of smart home automation may keep you from ever going back to a "dumb" home again. Controlling the temperature, turning on the lights, locking the doors, and seeing who's at the door — ...

Have you ever wished your smart home devices could do just a little bit more—something uniquely tailored to your needs? Maybe you’ve dreamed of a home automation sensors that tracks the exact ...

There are a few major companies out there building colorful LED panels you can stick on your wall for aesthetic purposes. Most commercial options are pretty expensive, and come with certain ...

These smart lighting ideas inspired by celebrity homes cover circadian bulbs, statement pendants, and LED strips you can ...