Ikea’s first Thread-enabled smart home device has been spotted
As spotted by CyberModStudio via HomeKit News, a recent FCC filing details a new device from Ikea that would appear to be the ...
Hands-on with Alexa Plus in the smart home
Oh, Alexa, how you’ve changed. The long-awaited new Alexa, Alexa Plus, is set to bring a more conversational, context-aware, ...
IKEA could be launching a new smart home sensor – and there's one exciting new feature
An FCC regulatory filing has revealed that IKEA may be just months away from launching a brand new smart sensor. Named the ...
How to set up and stream with your Google TV device — 7 easy steps
Turn on your TV and navigate to the input menu. Then, select the HDMI port where you connected your Google TV device. This ...
8 ways to secure your smart home from hackers
Strong, unique passwords are your first defense against hackers. The rise of smart home devices makes password security ...
Smart home device maker exposes 2.7 billion records in huge data breach
Mars Hydro database with 2.7 billion records exposed. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says the breach is a reminder of the risks ...
Here’s why your smart fridge needs an expiration date
While smartphone and PC manufacturers are fairly good at alerting customers when their devices have reached their end of life, few manufacturers of smart home devices publish the expiration dates of ...
Do you need a smart home hub to use smart devices? Short answer: it depends.
We tried the most popular smart home hubs of 2025, including options from Amazon, Google and Apple. Shop our favorites on ...
Securing Smart Homes: Protecting Multi-Device Architectures from Cyber Threats
Vinay Vasanth emphasizes the critical need for enhanced security in smart home ecosystems. His research underscores the ...
Over 1 million Android devices infected with password-stealing, pre-installed botnet malware — how to stay safe
A malware-based botnet, BadBox 2.0 uses lower-cost, off-brand Android devices to commit malicious acts including fraud. The ...
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We Obsessed Over the Best Smart Home Devices. These Are the Greatest Upgrades You Can Make in 2025
Of all the new gadgets we buy each year, smart home devices often hold the most promise. After all, convenience and security ...
The Best Smart Locks of 2025: Reviewed and Tested
A hand with an Apple Watch activates a Level Lock Plus on a wood door.