Smart home

Today I explore smart gifts for husbands and boyfriends to give to their partners—a subject that, despite being married myself, I can claim no expertise in!

For basic functionality on a budget, the Amazon Echo Show 5 really delivers. However: here's why it isn't a replacement for the Echo Show.

Huge announcements today from Amazon regarding a whole slew of great new feature rich smart products and updates of existing products. Click to learn all.

When Philips Hue launched I was fascinated and excited by it: a light bulb that connects to my wireless network that could be controlled by my iPhone … and change to any colour! Very cool. Hue has done well, and the line has diversified, growing to encompass other smartphone platforms and different bulb types. With Hue Go, Philips is launching a different type of product: a light that stands alone or connects with your network … but that you can take with you. I had the chance to use it for a week. Here’s what that was like.

If you can't stand the view of wires dangling down the wall or across the room to keep a surveillance camera active in the home or workplace, Netgear's Arlo HD Camera is for you. Arlo's the world's first wire-free, HD and waterproof indoor and outdoor camera and it's easy to set up through the smartphone app and a few presses of buttons.

Google Home is one of the newest players in the smart home game, and it’s generating a lot of buzz. What is it and when will it be available in Canada? Read on to find out all about Google Home.

“Works with Nest” is a growing program of smart products that work with the growing line of Nest products and applications. Some of those products (including Nest’s) are available now at Best Buy, and all bring you closer to having control of your home even when you’re not around.  Increased safety, comfort and functionality are at your fingertips.  Read on to find out just what “Works with Nest” now.

If you want to stay warm and toasty this Winter, there's no better way than by installing a brand new energy saving smart thermostat. Let's find out why!

Safe by HUB6 is a smart home device that lets you skip monthly fees by retrofitting your existing home alarm to access via a smartphone or tablet.