The new smart home integration standard called Matter promises to revolutionize the world of connected devices. See what it’s all about, and why it’s important.

Apple's HomeKit has become a capable and secure smart home platform. See how it works, what it can do, and how to get the most out of all the latest features.

Apple’s Home app may not seem to offer much complexity compared to more enthusiast focused platforms, but there is a lot more going on under the hood.

As our smart homes grow more complex, notifications are an important way of keeping track of the things we need to know about. Take a look at the options available in Apple’s Home app, and how to use them.

There are various ways to use a smart lock, but Apple’s Home Key system is one of the best. See how it works and why you should use it.

The growth of LED lighting has led to an more research focus on blue light and what it means for our bodies. Here’s a quick primer on the current state of play.

Smart bulbs and smart switches are both viable options when choosing to install smart lighting, is one better than the other. Take a look at the pros and cons of each, things to be aware of, and how to work around any issues.

Do you need more than one Hue bridge for your setup? Why would you? Does it cause any issues, and how would you add one? This guide answers these questions, and more.

Video doorbells and security cameras have many similar features and specs these days. Is there much difference, and how do you choose?

Z-Wave has been driving smart homes for a long time. See how it works, how it stacks up against growing competition and how it can benefit your smart home.

Band steering is a term thrown around a lot when it comes to Wi-Fi networks, but there is a lot of misunderstanding about it. What does it actually do?

When it comes to Wi-Fi there is a lot of jargon thrown about. 2.5GHz or 5Ghz? Why not both? Learn what a dual band router is, how it works, and why it’s important for your home network.

Wireless cameras tend to rely on their WiFi connections to work. Some offer backup or alternative options, but does Ring?

Learn the concept of LoRa, how it works, the various ways it can be applied to Smart Home Automation and more, in our guide!

When looking to upgrade your thermostat you’ll probably need a c-wire, but what is it, and what can you do if you don’t have one?

Chamberlain doesn’t support Alexa natively, for reasons. But there are some inexpensive workarounds that will get your MyQ opener working with the popular voice assistant.