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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 ...

IoT home automation can cut energy use and improve convenience, but privacy, cloud dependence and security remain major trade ...

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; ...

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 ...

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 ...

[Update: “Physical Web” is a Google initiative, which UEI does not subscribe to; however, the concepts behind UEI's implementation are similar to those of Google's.] Nevo Home — possibly unveiled at ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...