XDA Developers on MSN

Home Assistant is way more than a smart home dashboard, and here's what I actually run on it

With the right apps and integrations, Home Assistant is an absolute powerhouse for tinkering enthusiasts ...
XDA Developers on MSN

I revived a cheap Android tablet by turning it into a Home Assistant control panel

Your old Android tablet is a better Home Assistant panel than anything you can buy ...

Amazon’s Echo Hub just became the control freak your smart home needed

Amazon is giving its Echo Hub a major refresh, making the smart home control panel feel a lot more useful than before. The biggest changes aren't what you'd expect.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Y ...
Android

Samsung is revamping SmartThings with new UI and AI features

The smart home segment is becoming more accessible and user-friendly, but there are still things you should consider before purchasing an IoT device. For example, you should consider its compatibility ...
CNET

The Best Smart Home Apps for Ease of Use, Design and Control

Here are my favorite home apps to make smart home management fast and fun, without the clutter or annoying navigation. Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security ...
ZDNet

Your old iPad or Android tablet can be your new smart home panel - here's how

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
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 ...