While the demand for smart homes is rising, cost is still a barrier. However, some devices can help you enjoy the benefits of smart technology without the trouble of a complete overhaul. You can use a ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

An old smartphone can do far more than sit forgotten in a drawer. With the right apps and a stable Wi-Fi connection, it can ...

If you have old tech collecting dust in a drawer somewhere and are also interested in setting up a smart home, you might be sitting on a goldmine of potential without even realizing it. Gadgets like ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. As far as smart and connected devices go, smart plugs are relatively simple. At their most basic, you can turn them on or off remotely, ...

More and more people are looking for ways to make their homes smarter, and one way they're doing that is by using smart plugs. These plugs have become an easy way to control electronics remotely, even ...

When I first got a smart plug, I used it to remotely turn devices on and off. Soon enough, I had access to detailed energy consumption reports for appliances that were connected to it. It was all I ...