Matter and Thread are touted as game-changers for your smartphone, and the standards are already starting to deliver on lofty ...

Thread is a mesh networking protocol that connects low-power smart home gadgets, and it’s one of Matter’s underlying ...

Smart homes offer convenience with a side of security risks. Here's how to prevent hackers from gaining access to your smart ...

Owners of IKEA's new smart home products report that the devices are failing to connect to their smart home networks.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alex Vakulov is a cybersecurity expert focused on consumer security. The rise of Internet of Things gadgets has transformed our ...

Smart home technology promises convenience, efficiency, and peace of mind through connected security cameras, smart locks, and automated monitoring systems. But these same devices that are supposed to ...

Ben Khalesi writes about where artificial intelligence, consumer tech, and everyday technology intersect for Android Police. With a background in AI and Data Science, he’s great at turning geek speak ...

Smart home gadgets can make your life easier, but convenience comes at a price. Smart devices often lack strong authentication. They can easily leak your data, as some of them don't use encryption or ...

An engineering-driven residential technology studio explains why system design, not devices, determines long-term smart home stability. When these layers are missing, even premium devices behave ...

Have you bought a new refrigerator, oven, washing machine, or other big appliance in the past few years? If so, there’s a good chance it can connect to the internet through your WiFi network. There ...