You've picked up your first set of smart light bulbs, and now you want to get started with set up. Thankfully, this process is super easy and takes minimal time to learn. The way to connect a smart ...

IKEA's 21 new smart IoT devices support Matter, HomeKit, Google, and Alexa, so you can build a low-cost setup with quick pairing and simple controls.

The Varmblixt smart lamp was just the start - here are the 5 best things IKEA unveiled at CES 2026.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the simpler ways to make one's home feel a tad futuristic, and offer conveniences you didn't realize you'd appreciate, is to install ...

Testing a variety of the best smart lights is easily one of my favourite parts of my job, and even more so when it's a ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Liam McCabe I made no fewer than five mistakes trying to install a smart ...

Easy to set up and packed with better-than-expected features, Kasa’s KL400L5 light strip is a great bargain for budget-minded smart home users. It’s a bit flimsy and it can’t shine in multiple colors ...

From basics like light bulbs and plug sockets to upmarket items like robot vacuum cleaners, smart home essentials don't have to cost the earth.