Smart home gadgets in 2026 deliver AI-powered cleaning, health tracking, sleep optimization, and hands-free assistance you'll actually use daily.

Home AI is earning its keep by planning routines, watching for deliveries and several other tricks I use in my daily life.

Many smart home gadgets are expensive–look no further than robot vacuums or robot lawn mowers for a prime example. But building a robust smart home doesn’t have to cost a fortune. In fact, many cool ...

As connected becomes the default for every household appliance — from TVs and washing machines to ovens and vacuums — we break down exactly what makes a home ‘smart’ and help you decide if it’s the ...

From smart lights to security cameras, here’s what keeps working – and what goes dark – when your connection drops ...

Overwhelmed by all the automation possibilities your smart gadgets offer? You're not alone. Here are three I find useful and not annoying. Home automation has gone mainstream at a rapid pace, with ...

Kristen has worked as a freelance home, design and lifestyle writer since 2021. In that time she has contributed to a number of online media outlets including Apartment Therapy, Hunker, The Everygirl, ...

Home Assistant is one of the best smart home platforms out there. It's even better when you throw your Pixel into the mix.

A smart home includes high-tech heating and lighting systems and appliances that can be controlled remotely with a phone or a computer. The term "smart home" only recently entered the lexicon of folks ...

Begin building a smart home by choosing a primary platform like Alexa, Google, or Apple for easier integration. Smart devices such as speakers, lighting, and thermostats can add convenience and peace ...

Jon Gilbert is a Features Writer for Android Police. I've covered Android since 2021, focusing on writing features and guides about Android apps and features that directly affect users. I've attended ...