As connected becomes the default for every household appliance — from TVs and washing machines to ovens and vacuums — we break down exactly what makes a home ‘smart’ and help you decide if it’s the ...

A smart home includes high-tech heating and lighting systems and appliances that can be controlled remotely with a phone or a computer. The term "smart home" only recently entered the lexicon of folks ...

Boy, do I talk a lot about the smart home in my reviews and product recommendations. But I don’t take much time to explain exactly what that means, which can be confusing to beginners. That’s why I’ve ...