John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

While they may not be as exciting as robot vacuums or smart speakers, smart plugs are a great addition to any smart home. These nifty devices allow you to remotely control anything connected to them, ...

How many tech journalists does it take to screw in a smart lightbulb? At least four: one to do the work (me) while the others give expert opinions, star ratings, and race each other to be the first to ...

Many smart devices have become a year-round staple in modern homes. You use your smart speaker on the daily as it's ready to play your favorite tunes or answer queries regardless of the season. Your ...

“Smart” applianced allow you to develop automations to make your life more efficient, create accessibility for those who need it, and make pedestrian tasks like doing laundry kind of fun. But what ...

Apple aficionados will enjoy the streamlined setup of Wemo’s new smart plug, but Alexa and Google Assistant fans will be left cold. Belkin’s Wemo division has been pumping out smart plugs and other ...

Every smart home reaches a crossroads when deciding on a small yet crucial device: smart plugs or smart wall outlets. Let's get the obvious distinction out of the way — smart plugs are easy to set up, ...