John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

Explore practical smart home automation ideas and non-gimmicky routines that simplify daily life, enhance comfort, and make every smart home truly useful and efficient. Pixabay, Asotac In recent years ...