Smart Home Systems, Compared & Explained
HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, Home Assistant, and the connectivity that ties them together — find the platform that fits how you live.
OpenAI Is Building a Home Speaker That Wants to Make You Happy
OpenAI and Jony Ive are reportedly building a screenless AI home speaker for 2027. What the rumors say, the privacy math, and what it means for your house.
Apple Just Gave HomeKit Cameras a Brain, and It Mostly Stays in Your House
iOS 27 gives HomeKit Secure Video 4K recording and AI descriptions. What it means in practice, where the processing happens, and who can see your footage.
Why I Didn’t Go Home Assistant
Home Assistant can control everything in your house. I still didn’t install it. The honest reasons why, and exactly what would change my mind.
Wiring a New Build for a Smart Home: Do It Before the Drywall
Planning a smart home during construction optimizes integration and future-proofing, focusing on a strong network and key infrastructures
Smart Home Energy Monitoring: Cut Your Bills by 20%
I used to dread opening my monthly electric bill. Living in Illinois, summers can be brutal on the
Smart Home Devices That Work Without Wi-Fi
My internet went out last Tuesday. Again. And while I was sitting there waiting for Comcast to fix
Voice Assistants and Smart Homes: What Works, What Fights, and What to Avoid
From choosing the right assistant to some of the popular devices out there to power your assistants, we give you in the info to help in making your decision.
Aqara Just Released a Matter Camera and Wired Doorbell. Here’s the Breakdown for HomeKit Users.
Aqara dropped two new products on March 17th that deserve more attention than they’ve been getting. The Camera
Google Home Alternatives: Where to Go After the Gemini Disaster
Google Broke It. On Purpose. It happened in early 2026 when Google integrated Gemini as the new voice