On the hardware front, you can use an old smartphone with a working mic and speaker to use the Home Assistant Companion app ...

The new Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 is a USB adapter that unifies Zigbee, Thread, and Matter devices under one roof.

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We surveyed our readers about their favorite smart home devices, including which smart assistants they use and love.

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In the debate of Amazon Alexa versus Google Home devices, both smart-enabled devices offer users great features. Here's how ...

Building a smart home begins with selecting the right ecosystem, and two prominent contenders in this space are Home Assistant and Homey Pro. Both platforms offer distinct features, advantages, and ...

Controlling connected devices such as lights and locks, and doing what you ask it to do, are two very basic requirements of a ...

Google is bringing Gemini to most of the speakers it's released recently, including Google Home and Nest Wifi Point, but not ...

You’re probably spending more time fixing your smart home than using it. Here’s how I cut down my family’s reliance on Alexa.

Google Assistant was having trouble with controlling smart home devices. The issue appeared to be happening in the US and other locations. The problem seems to be fixed now. Update: March 2, 2023 ...

We all know how discerning, doubtful, and lovingly thick-headed our parents can be, especially when it comes time to adapting new technologies. I’m sure many of us can still hear the arguments about ...