Smart home tech may be flashy, but are the perks worth the concerns? Learn why one interior designer advises clients to stick ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jamie Gold writes about wellness design and related housing topics. I’ve been bullish on smart home technology for more than a ...

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 ...

Have you ever found yourself juggling three or more remotes just to watch TV or adjust your smart home devices? It’s a frustratingly common scenario in today’s tech-filled homes. With the ...

Imagine walking into your home and, with a single tap on a sleek, wall-mounted screen, adjusting the lights, setting the perfect temperature, or even queuing up your favorite playlist, all without ...

My smart home finally stopped looking homemade.

Say goodbye to (some) smart home woes. New user-facing features are coming to Matter that will make it easier than ever to set up your smart home and circumvent some of the more finicky, frustrating ...

These five essential apps can help make your smart home feel more connected, streamlined, and capable in 2026 without replacing your devices.

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 ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jamie Gold writes about wellness design and related housing topics. Are you an early adopter? Or are you someone who buys the ...