smart home

Users can now create automations for their Secure system via the Philips Hue app

It's been a long time coming

By Lizzie Wilmot Published 21 January 25

Your Philips Hue lights may soon double as sensors – here are the rumours so far

It could arrive sooner than you'd think

By Lizzie Wilmot Published 20 January 25

Nest Protect finally gets added to the Google Home app

The Google Home app gets smoke and CO support

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 20 January 25

This Tapo smart lock scans your palms’ veins for hands-free unlocking

Tapo announces new smart lock – but details are unclear

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 17 January 25

Lifx launches first-ever smart lamp – but there's one important thing missing

Am I being too harsh?

By Lizzie Wilmot Published 17 January 25

Wyze security cameras now use AI to describe what they see

Wyze follows in Ring and Arlo’s footsteps with new AI-powered subscription

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 17 January 25

Forget spotlights – EZVIZ's new outdoor security camera excels in low-light detection

It delivers high-res footage without the need for additional lighting

By Lizzie Wilmot Published 16 January 25

Ecobee vs Honeywell: which smart thermostat is the best choice for you?

Looking for a smart thermostat upgrade? Our Ecobee4 vs Honeywell RTH9585WF guide helps you choose

By Ian Evenden Last updated 15 January 25

Best heater 2025: warming picks for your home, garage and shed

Halt the cold with the best heaters, includng electric, oil and affordable picks

By Richard Baguley Last updated 15 January 25

Best portable air conditioner 2025: easy, breezy cooling without full installation

Chill out with the best portable air conditioners for cooling off when full aircon isn't an option

By Derek Adams Last updated 15 January 25

Best smart plugs 2025: smart sockets for Alexa, HomeKit, Google Home and more

Turn every appliance into a smart one with the best smart plugs

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Last updated 15 January 25

Research shows your should test your home for radon every 2 years – this tiny smart device will help you do it

Radon detection can save lives

By Lizzie Wilmot Published 15 January 25

Waking up for work is tough in the winter – but smart tech can help you avoid that snooze button

Sponsored by EE

How smart tech makes winter mornings run smoother

By T3.com Published 15 January 25

Ecobee launches entry-level smart thermostat – and it's a lot cheaper than you'd think

I was pleasantly surprised...

By Lizzie Wilmot Published 14 January 25

Ring announces first ever smart smoke alarms in collaboration with Kidde

Ring partners with Kidde on smart smoke and carbon monoxide alarms

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 14 January 25

TCL’s new smart lock uses AI to read your palm for safer unlocking

TCL debuts two smart locks at CES, with palm recognition and camera features

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 13 January 25

Swann expands its security camera line-up with solar power and AI voice assistants

Swann’s MaxRanger4K Camera collection is getting bigger

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 10 January 25

Honeywell launches first Matter-enabled smart thermostat – and it’s surprisingly affordable

Honeywell Home debuts its X2S smart thermostat at CES 2025

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 9 January 25

Tado Smart Thermostat X review: an easy, effective way to give your heating system super smarts

Tado’s new heating ecosystem is easy to install and comes in a variety of options to scale the system to your household’s needs

By Nick Odantzis Published 9 January 25

ULTRALOQ debuts world’s first ultra-wide band smart lock – but it’ll cost you

ULTRALOQ announces two new smart locks at CES 2025

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 7 January 25

Philips Hue upgrades its app with its first ever AI lighting assistant

Philips Hue introduces an AI-powered assistant and LG TV support

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 7 January 25

Lockly's new smart lock is the ultimate combination of luxury and high security

Ditch the bulk and embrace elegance with the all-new Lockly Styla

By Lizzie Wilmot Published 6 January 25

SwitchBot’s new smart lock is perfect for renters and compatible with almost any lock type

SwitchBot debuts new smart lock and video doorbell at CES 2025

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 6 January 25

Ring cameras get neat free upgrade that makes camera quality better than before

Ring upgrades its cameras with 2K video resolution and vehicle detection

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 6 January 25

Withings’ smart mirror combines a smartwatch and scales into a full-length health scanner

Withings debuts new conceptual smart health mirror at CES 2025

By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published 6 January 25

Philips' palm recognition smart lock now features video technology for enhanced front door security

It's a smart lock and video doorbell rolled into one

By Lizzie Wilmot Published 6 January 25

Is smart tech the smartest of purchases?

John Bentley is concerned that we’re spending a lot of money on gadgets that simply stop working in a few short years

By Jon Bentley Published 6 January 25