Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. As homes across the United States embrace the "smart" renaissance, they're guided by pioneers of the industry. A Google search for "smart ...

Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a dozen years, explaining the latest features, privacy tricks, and top recommendations. With degrees ...

LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. Luxury, once a synonym for extravagance, is being quietly rewritten. In today’s most coveted homes, the magic is in what you ...

There are some cool smart home gadgets coming this year, but the real breakthroughs for 2025 are yet to be seen. David lives in Brooklyn where he's spent more than a decade covering all things edible, ...

More than eight in 10 American homes now contain smart tech – including refrigerators, doorbells, and robot vacuums. A poll of 5,000 homeowners found they’ve spent, on average, more than $2,000 on ...

Consumer Reports' Guide to Smart Homes will help you understand how technology is creating "smarter" home devices—from door ...