Really, home automation is about convenience. Having said that, I do strive to automate all the things, so the first effect of Alexa going away would be me trying to automate more stuff somehow and ...

Top Smart Home Systems to Buy in 2026Home automation has revolutionized modern living spaces and is set to become more essential in 2026 than ever before. By leveraging advanced technologies like ...

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

It's no secret that the smart home world is dominated by Big Tech, with Amazon's Alexa leading the charge, closely followed by Google Home and Apple HomeKit. These popular automation systems aren't as ...

Amazon will cut off Alexa integration with IFTTT on October 31st, breaking automations for anyone still using Alexa triggers and features in their applets. Amazon will cut off Alexa integration with ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...