For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to craft how-to guides, explainers, and recommendations for technology of all kinds. From using his home in ...

Smart lights offer a colorful new way to illuminate your home and manage brightness. Here are my favorite picks, from bulbs to light strips.

Creating an alarm on your smart speaker is common, whether you set it to wake you up in the morning or keep you on task during the day. For some, a standard alarm going off isn’t enough to get them ...

Artificial intelligence has brought all-new features to my home, and after some experimenting, these are the ones that truly add value and save me time.

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 ...

Amazon's newest smart speakers start at $100, but do they offer enough of an incentive to upgrade? I went hands-on.

Revamp your home security system with these reliable security cams, tested by CNET experts. There's nothing worse than dealing with burglaries and package theft, which is why so many people are ...

We've tested several smart thermostats from the biggest brands to help you find the best thermostat for your needs.

You won't believe some of the tricks AI can do in today's homes -- and how they can save you time, money and headaches. For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to craft ...

Artificial intelligence can pull off incredible tricks in the smart home: Here's how it can spot problems to save you money and time. For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home ...

Want smart security without the subscription cost? These are my top-tested picks for cameras with built-in AI detection and no subscription fees.