You could have a home chock-full of the best smart home devices, but if you haven’t already set up some useful home automations, there’s a lot you’re missing out on. Google and Amazon have built-in ...

Android shortcut apps vary by use case: MacroDroid is best for simple, everyday automations; Tasker suits power users needing deep system control; Automate balances power and ease with visual flows; ...

Google Home automations are getting a lot smarter, as Google has rolled out a sizable update that expands the building blocks of automations, making routines more flexible than before. If you rely on ...

Overwhelmed by all the automation possibilities your smart gadgets offer? You're not alone. Here are three I find useful and not annoying. Home automation has gone mainstream at a rapid pace, with ...

I’ve made no secret of my frustration with Google Home’s devices. Even as I’m waiting eagerly for Google’s Gemini Home to come replace the annoying Google Assistant, I can’t stop using my darn Nest ...

Apps like IFTTT (if this, then that) let you connect services and other apps on your phone to your smart home, so you can set triggers beyond the limits of your home automation system. Using IFTTT ...

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The Google Home app is getting an update starting today that should continue to improve several areas. For one, Google says that you’ll start to see less “Video not available” errors when you launch ...

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Android devices have become integral to our daily lives, so the need for automation apps has never been more pronounced — in fact, they are among some of the best apps to increase your productivity.