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I replaced all my smart home apps with Home Assistant, and my smart home finally works the way I want

I've been a smart home enthusiast for as long as I can remember. IoT devices have always piqued my interest, since connecting multiple devices to the network and controlling all of them remotely is ...

Indie App Spotlight: ‘Itsyhome’ adds smart home controls to your Mac’s menu bar

Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie ...
ZDNet

Your smart home has too many apps - this new framework wants to fix that

Copilot.cx is an IoT customer experience SaaS company that just introduced Copilot Star. Star is a framework that unifies different smart home platforms for users. The system is designed for smart ...
9to5Mac

Apple enables smart home apps to cut your electricity bills

A new Apple framework makes it easy for developers of smart home apps to help cut your electricity bills. While EnergyKit is currently limited to thermostats and EV chargers, it’s the first step ...
USA Today

The ultimate guide to a smart home and beginner device recommendations

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 ...
PC World

Update Apple’s Home app this week—or risk losing control of your smart home

Apple is mandating users upgrade to its new Home architecture by February 10, 2026, or risk losing control of HomeKit-connected smart devices and automations. PCWorld reports the updated system no ...
CNET

Are You Using Geofencing Around Your Home? You Should Be

If you've never heard of geofencing, now's the perfect time to start using these time-saving, location-based features. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, lived ...