If you’re planning a truly smart home, then you’re going to need a smart hub. Here’s what you need to know. If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics ...

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 ...

Kristen has worked as a freelance home, design and lifestyle writer since 2021. In that time she has contributed to a number of online media outlets including Apartment Therapy, Hunker, The Everygirl, ...

The Smart Home: It's a place that anticipates your needs and empowers you to fine-tune your environment. That's the pitch, at least. Putting it all together isn't a smooth ride, but the right setup ...

If you dream of a futuristic smart home with motion-sensing smart lights, a smart thermostat that learns your habits or a smart security system that can tell the difference between your dog and a ...

Google I/O 2026 brought massive Gemini AI upgrades to existing smart speakers, but the promised $99 Google Home device ...

Deb Hipp is a freelance health and medical writer and editor who lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She is a former investigative reporter with more than 25 years of experience as a journalist and writer ...