If you don't already have an Ecobee account, start by downloading the Android or iOS app on your phone and setting up an account. 2. Choose 'Add a device' from the home screen Select "Add a device" ...

There are as many varieties of smart light switches (and dimmers) as there are light bulbs, and while the prospect of upgrading your old dumb switch might seem daunting, they’re usually pretty simple ...

When you think of a smart plug, you likely think of a device that plugs into an existing outlet and connects to Wi-Fi. The ConnectSense Smart In-Wall Outlet is a bit different, as the name might imply ...

Every smart home reaches a crossroads when deciding on a small yet crucial device: smart plugs or smart wall outlets. Let's get the obvious distinction out of the way — smart plugs are easy to set up, ...

This smart plug could be the start of your home automation makeover. Photo: Ed Hardy/Cult of Mac Satechi’s dual-socket smart outlet lets you easily dip your toe into home automation. There’s nothing ...

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 ...