Proprietary hubs are convenient — until they're not.

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Imagine walking into your home, and with a single voice command or tap on your phone, the lights dim, your favorite playlist starts, and the thermostat adjusts to the perfect temperature, all without ...

One connected lock does not a smart home make. If you want to get serious with home automation, start with a smart home platform. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. For years, I have been waiting for an excuse to make the transition to Home Assistant. With the Home Assistant’s ...

LG has introduced a smart home hub called ThinQ ON that has the technology to control not just LG-branded appliances but also other smart home devices. It comes with a built-in speaker that gives you ...

The IKEA Dirigera smart home hub has sparked discussions about privacy in the age of connected devices. Unlike many cloud-based systems, the Dirigera operates as a local hub, meaning it processes data ...

During CES 2025, I had a chance to check out a demo of the way Google is integrating Gemini capabilities into its smart home platform via devices like the Nest Audio, Nest Hub and Nest Cameras. The ...

If you put a bunch of computers in charge of your house, it’s generally desirable to ensure their up-time is as close to 100% ...