ESPHome, an open-source project, lets you program ESP32 and ESP8266 microcontrollers, along with sensors and other hardware, ...

The $10 ESP32 board has been a complete game-changer. It has helped transform my approach to building a reliable, ...

Affordable smart home devices seamlessly connected to create a budget-friendly, automated living space that enhances convenience, security, and energy efficiency. Pixabay, cloudlynx In 2025, the smart ...

Ben Khalesi covers the intersection of artificial intelligence and everyday tech at Android Police. With a background in AI and data science, he enjoys making technical topics approachable for those ...

These days, anyone can use their phone to turn on the lights. But a real smart home goes beyond parlor tricks. Building a capable, connected home that’s also convenient takes a bit of planning, a ...

Quick, look around your living room: How many nearby objects have internet connectivity? Chances are, you have at least a few of these “smart” devices on hand. Decades ago, many of us imagined one day ...

Building out smart home security can be a pricey endeavour, but Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days can be a great place to score some discounts, including 40% or more off of select smart home gear from ...

While most smart home threats are exaggerated, weak passwords, phishing, and careless data practices can put you at risk.

It's really starting to feel like winter in the UK at the moment, meaning it's the perfect time to start getting your smart home set up together. Whether you're looking for smart lighting to give your ...

How smart is your “smart home” when it’s out of power? Three years ago one of the biggest home builders in the United States created a show “home of the future” for CES, the Consumer Electronics Show.

So you want to build an entry-level smart home and you don’t want it to cost a fortune. Good news: that’s totally possible. The first thing you want to do is decide whether you want to have an Apple, ...