ZemiSmart Matter IR blaster and AC controller launch July 3, 2026, bringing legacy infrared appliances into Apple Home, ...

SwitchBot's new Matter-ready ceiling light brings RGBIC effects, smooth dimming, and broad smart home support.

An often overlooked switch on ceiling fans could be the key to staying a bit cooler this summer, especially in states that will see two heat domes converge, sending temperatures soaring across ...

Two days ago, the Open Home Foundation published a pointed editorial statement: the most sustainable smart home device is the one you already own, and you should not have to throw it away because a ...

SeeedStudio sent us a tiny Smart IR Remote hub for review: XIAO Smart IR Mate, or XIAO IR Mate for short. At first glance, it looks like any other WiFi IR blasters, but what makes it interesting is ...

For now, only v3.3 is supported as I only own devices using this version. After pairing the devices, it's recommended to assign static IPs in your router. If you reset or re-pair devices the local key ...

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I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New York City before eventually landing at PCMag (back when it was still in print ...