It’s been a while, and though the basics are the same, Apple Home and Google Home have both benefitted from some long-needed ...

You’re about to take the plunge on a smart thermostat, but you want to make sure your home is ready for it. Typically this involves finding a c-wire to keep the smart thermostat powered constantly, ...

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Key Points Smart home devices draw more power than standard ones due to their 'always-on' programming.Smart devices can be turned off or adjusted to reduce energy consumption when not in use.Experts ...

The Smart Home: It's a place that anticipates your needs and empowers you to fine-tune your environment. That's the pitch, at least. Putting it all together isn't a smooth ride, but the right setup ...

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