Technology can enhance comfort and convenience in a home, but not all high-tech features appeal to every buyer. Some devices or systems may quickly become outdated, require costly maintenance, or feel ...

Amazon, Target and Walmart are all kicking off big sales this week. Each store is offering steep discounts on smart home technology, but those products don’t always lead to instant savings. Other WRAL ...

Wall switches, appliance buttons, knobs and dials are gone. Today's home technology is controlled via apps and voice.

After years of hype about self-cleaning homes and chatty appliances, 2026 might be the year predictions finally come true. As AI evolves at warp speed, vaunted concepts like the Internet of ...

About one in four Americans are at least 60 years old, and this group now outnumbers children in 11 states and in nearly half of all U.S. counties. Technological advancements are needed to serve a ...

Northern California has always been a hub for innovation, and it’s no surprise that luxury estates in the region are leading the way in smart home technology. From Palo Alto to Napa Valley, high-end ...

Smart homes were once a novelty. Now, they’re quickly becoming the standard, and heating systems are evolving alongside them. As 2026 approaches, the combination of smart technology and hydronic ...

The tech giant has been mousy when it comes to smart home tech, but rumors are swirling about an Apple smart home display, security cameras and other home devices ahead of Tuesday's event. Tyler has ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Each year, smart home device manufacturers bless us with an endless stream of new tech gadgets designed to make homes reach new heights of ...

Jon covers artificial intelligence. He previously led CNET's home energy and utilities category, with a focus on energy-saving advice, thermostats, and heating and cooling. Jon has more than a decade ...