Overview: Simple IoT projects explain how everyday smart devices collect and use data effectively.Sensors, controllers, and connectivity form the core of most m ...

These innovative solutions leverage AI, automation, and smart technology to cater to the needs of modern homeowners.

If you love tinkering, ESPHome is a fantastic way to build custom smart home devices. This open-source firmware framework gives you local control over smart home devices that support open standards.

The TRMNL 7.5" DIY Kit is an e-ink display option for hobbyists with various features It includes a 7.5-inch e-ink display, an ESP32-S3 board, and a battery, and offers Home Assistant integration ...

A Sheridan couple has invented a smart-home system that automates coop care for people who keep backyard chickens. Their Hen ...

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For selection and affordability, Ikea will be hard to beat for Matter-compatible smart home sensors and lighting in 2026.

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Unveiled at CES, the new Copilot Star platform is designed to take smart device interoperability to the next level.

These products offer convenient home enhancements, such as control and safety sensors that work without setup, a smart lock that charges itself, and blinds that automatically shield you from the sun.

Sidewalk, which launched in 2020, is a low-power, low-bandwidth, long-range IoT network that is free to use. While Ring cameras use Sidewalk connectivity to send alerts even when your home’s Wi-Fi is ...

Devices equipped with Emerson's SmartVoice don't require Wi-Fi or a hub; instead, they utilize on-device voice control.