Using their apps, you can set schedules, view energy consumption and create routines so devices turn on only in certain ...

Report Highlights Rapid Growth in Smart Home Adoption, AI-Driven Automation, and Rising Demand for Security and Energy EfficiencySeattle, ...

IKEA smart home gear delivers stable control and $10 sensors, with Matter compatibility so you can grow the system over time.

The smart home is evolving — not because of AI, but because the industry is finally converging on the Matter standard that ...

The Belkin WeMo Mini (pictured) was well reviewed by CNET for its home automation functionality that could be added to just ...

Which devices to make your home a smart home are best? Nine out of 10 adults in the U.S. are connected to the internet and more than half own a tablet computer. All you need to get started with making ...

Smart home devices draw more power than standard ones due to their 'always-on' programming. Smart devices can be turned off or adjusted to reduce energy consumption when not in use. Experts recommend ...

Smart home technology promises convenience, efficiency, and peace of mind through connected security cameras, smart locks, and automated monitoring systems. But these same devices that are supposed to ...

Matter 1.4.2 enhances experiences by focusing on security and efficiency. Improvements cover Wi-Fi-only commissioning and scene management. The update sets the stage for the Matter 1.5 release this ...

As Amazon kicks off its extended Black Friday Week, a wave of smart entertainment gear is showing off just how far home technology has come in 2025. Screens are bigger, audio is sharper, connectivity ...

At CNET home tech, we often reference the smart home, and even have whole lists of tech that's best for a "smart home." But many have an even bigger question: What is a smart home, and how does it ...

There are currently nearly 19 billion smart devices worldwide. From robot vaccum cleaners and smart refrigerators to internet-connected baby monitors and countertop appliances, it can feel as if ...