Philips Hue bulbs can now speak Matter and Zigbee at the same time — no bridge required for Matter, but your existing Hue Bridge still works. Here’s what changes for Hue users and why it matters. Philips Hue bulbs now support Matter and Zigbee simultaneously. Image: Philips Hue. Philips Hue Gets Dual Matter + Zigbee … Read more
LG just unveiled its vision for the “Zero Labour Home” — an AI-powered Smart Home that doesn’t just control devices, but understands your habits and anticipates your needs. Here’s what’s coming and why it matters. LG’s vision for the Zero Labour Home. Image: LG Electronics. LG’s “Zero Labour Home”: AI That Understands Your Life At … Read more
Expert Reviewed · Last updated June 23, 2026 · This article is regularly updated with the latest information and recommendations. Amazon Prime Day 2026 is live June 23-26, and the smart home deals are some of the best we’ve seen all year. Here are the 15 best deals on smart home gear — verified, in … Read more
Expert Reviewed · Last updated June 23, 2026 · This article is regularly updated with the latest information and recommendations. Philips Hue’s new wall switch modules let you smartify your existing light bulbs without replacing them. Install a module behind your wall switch, and your conventional bulbs become Hue-controllable. Here’s how it works and whether … Read more
Expert Reviewed · Last updated June 23, 2026 · This article is regularly updated with the latest information and recommendations. Apple’s smart home roadmap is finally taking shape. The Home Hub display launches this fall, Apple TV gets AI upgrades, and a robotic arm accessory is coming — eventually. Here’s what to expect and when. … Read more
Expert Reviewed · Last updated June 23, 2026 · This article is regularly updated with the latest information and recommendations. You don’t need to spend thousands or hire an electrician to get a smart home. These 10 weekend projects each cost under $100 and deliver real, daily value — not gimmicks. Build your smart home … Read more
Expert Reviewed · Last updated June 23, 2026 · This article is regularly updated with the latest information and recommendations. Samsung just announced a major push into healthcare via SmartThings, its smart home platform with 460 million users. The plan: connect your Galaxy Watch, phone, TV, and appliances into an AI-powered health ecosystem that lives … Read more
Expert Reviewed · Last updated June 23, 2026 · This article is regularly updated with the latest information and recommendations. Home Assistant’s 2026.5 release added native RF proxy support — meaning those old remote-controlled blinds, fans, and garage doors you thought were “dumb” can now join your smart home automations. No cloud, no replacements, no … Read more
Expert Reviewed · Last updated June 23, 2026 · This article is regularly updated with the latest information and recommendations. Philips Hue just launched new Play table and floor lamps that sync with your TV, games, and music — plus upgraded smart candle bulbs with Matter support. Here’s what’s new and whether they’re worth adding … Read more
Expert Reviewed · Last updated June 23, 2026 · This article is regularly updated with the latest information and recommendations. The Schlage Sense Pro ships June 29 for $399. It’s the first smart lock with true hands-free UWB unlocking via Apple Home Key — you walk up to your door and it unlocks automatically. Here’s … Read more
