We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Besides the ever-versatile smart speaker, some people start their smart home setups with a bright idea: the smart lightbulb, and for good ...

LED light bulbs are some of the easiest smart home gadgets to set up, requiring you to simply screw in the bulb and install an app on your phone. Incorporating smart ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Megan Wollerton We’ve updated this post to reflect that the Wemo Stage Scene ...

Using smart sockets and bulbs, eco-friendly heating system and air fryers are just some of the ways you can reduce your ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Devices like smart thermostats, speakers, and video doorbells can help convert your home into a smart one without requiring complex wiring or ...

The numbers you see on the box don't always work out in real life. LED bulbs do last longer, but those claims about five to 10 years are estimates based on internal testing -- and companies are always ...

I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New York City before eventually landing at PCMag (back when it was still in print ...

That means inside every LED bulb are tiny circuit components -- and their soldered contact points -- which are far more vulnerable than the diode itself. The Lighting Research Center of the Rensselaer ...

I know some people think that a lot of smart home tech is frivolous, and some of it is, I’ll agree, but there are certain things that make daily life a little better. For example, I have security ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Rachel Cericola Rachel Cericola is a writer covering smart home. In addition ...

Bad lighting sets the wrong vibe, but these smart bulbs let you switch colors, dim the lights, and set the mood, all for less than the price of a fancy coffee (per bulb). Lighting can make or break a ...