We put together this smart-home guide to highlight your options, explain the jargon, and help you understand the consequences of the choices you make. A little planning goes a long way.

Smart speakers, outdoor cameras, and other inexpensive smart home equipment can add an extra layer of protection to your home.

The smart home is no longer a dream stuck inside a Disney movie. It's real, it's attainable and it's a lot easier to set up than you think. CNET's Guide to Smart Living, launching today, is going ...

We list some of the most popular smart home technologies alongside tips for how to integrate and choose among them.

How to achieve smart home nirvana (or, home automation without subscription) With some work and planning, Home Assistant sets your smart home.

Get expert advice on improvements to your home, including design tips, how much you'd expect to pay for a pro and what to ask when hiring experts.

This is probably one of the best smart upgrades you can add to your home. You can control temps remotely and monitor your ...

How to create a spooky smart home for Halloween Want the spookiest smart home on the block? Here’s how to get a creepy yet cool setup using smart speakers, smart lights, and video doorbells.

Control your HomeKit-connected devices easily in the Home app on iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You can also set up automatic ways to control your accessories.