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Begin building a smart home by choosing a primary platform like Alexa, Google, or Apple for easier integration. Smart devices such as speakers, lighting, and thermostats can add convenience and peace ...

If you put off transitioning to the new architecture because of those early teething problems or for some other reason, Apple ...

A new Apple framework makes it easy for developers of smart home apps to help cut your electricity bills. While EnergyKit is currently limited to thermostats and EV chargers, it’s the first step ...

Apple is mandating users upgrade to its new Home architecture by February 10, 2026, or risk losing control of HomeKit-connected smart devices and automations. PCWorld reports the updated system no ...

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If you’re like many early Apple Home adopters, you’ve stuck around with the original HomePod from 2018, and you’ve had no ...

The Google TV app improves on that by letting you control your TV directly from your phone. It connects over Wi-Fi and turns your smartphone into a full-fledged remote for your TV. You can use it to ...