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One of the best app options for setting up your phone as a security camera is Alfred. It's cross-platform, so it doesn't matter if your old phone was an Android phone or iPhone. And the same goes for ...

An IR blaster can cost less than $20 and can add functionality to your smart home. IR blasters have limitations, such as line of sight requirements and a lack of feedback from target devices. Smart ...

The closely guarded AI hardware initiative was first reported by The New York Times in September. Ive -- who is renowned for ...

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And you can even make a phone call through the new washer and dryer. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy is a smart home reporter who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a contributor to ...

Operated via the SwitchBot mobile app, you can set the blinds to open and close remotely, or – even more helpfully – make adjustments to them on a schedule. If you don’t mind the sound of the motor, ...

The HGTV Smart Home 2025 is officially move-in ready, and the fully furnished abode in San Antonio, Texas, features all the bells and whistles you’d hope to see, plus some unexpected surprises ...

From screw-in bulbs and colorful LED strips to table lamps and outdoor string lights, check out the best smart lighting we've tested for illuminating your space and setting the mood. I'm PCMag's ...

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