Smart Home How-Tos
Latest Smart Home How-Tos

How to create voice commands for Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri
By Caroline Preece published
Voice commands have become more than just a way to set timers or check the weather. With assistants like Alexa and Siri, you can now create custom commands that transform everyday tasks.

Make your Ring Doorbell smarter — how to set up quick replies
By David Crookes published
Get your Ring Video Doorbell to automatically answer the door on your behalf

Alexa smart light colors: All 133, listed
By Kate Kozuch last updated
Alexa smart light colors come in 133 different shades and hues; here's a list of all the colors.

Transform your space — 6 easy ways to create a smart home
By Kaycee Hill published
Discover how to transform your home with AI-powered devices, enhancing convenience, security, and efficiency for the ultimate smart living experience.

5 smart home mistakes you’re probably making — and how to fix them
By Cynthia Lawrence published
If your smart home dream is turning into a nightmare, you’re probably making these common mistakes. Find out what they are and how to avoid them from the experts.

How to install a smart lock in less than 15 minutes
By Hunter Fenollol published
Setting up your smart lock is easier than you think

How to use your smart speaker as a sleep machine
By Hunter Fenollol published
Use your smart speaker to listen to the best white noise sounds, get a briefing of your upcoming day, or control your smart home devices like smart lights or blinds.

Alexa can detect your baby crying and lull them back to sleep — how to set it up
By Peter Wolinski published
Here's how you can set up Alexa to function as a monitor that'll lull baby back to sleep when they cry.
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