A product that's nearly cheaper than the batteries needed to power it.

Automation and smart home devices improve our daily lives and make our homes safer. These devices can do everything from turning on our lights to locking our doors. We can install as many or as few of ...

Not sure where to start with smart plugs? At CNET, these are the tricks we use to make our homes smarter and routines faster.

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 ...

David Nield is a technology journalist from Manchester in the U.K. who has been writing about gadgets and apps for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Durham ...

Plain-jane bulbs are so yesterday. Smart lights are in, not only because they're one of the easiest ways to enter the world of smart home tech, but also because they're one of the most affordable.

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