Ikea added advanced smart features to its Varmblixt lamp. Now it's one of my favorites out of all the smart lights I've ...

Smart plugs are the simpler option: You plug them directly into an existing outlet, and they add a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth receiver between the wall and whatever you're powering. No installation required.

The Aqara W200 is one of the more affordable smart thermostats and includes Aqara's new presence-sensing tech.

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Modern security systems have ways to improve hair-trigger alarms and similar problems. Here's what I've found works.

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