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Imagine turning your old, “dumb” appliances into intelligent, Wi-Fi-enabled devices that respond to your voice, phone, or automation rules. Sounds futuristic, right? With the ESP8266 microcontroller, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart technology gets a lot of hype, but some gadgets sound so quirky or single-use that most people think they're completely unnecessary. You ...

Nearly 65 years ago, the popular animated sitcom "The Jetsons" burst onto the airwaves, giving us a glimpse into the future of smart homes and other high-tech gadgets. With visions of things such as ...

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Smart locks offer capabilities far beyond simple keyless entry. Modern smart locks carry intelligent features that enhance home security and simplify life. They provide improved access control and ...

Weird doesn't mean bad. Here are some of our favorite strange new smart home appliances you can buy right now. Alan Bradley CNET Contributor Alan Bradley is an experienced commerce, tech and culture ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. No one likes to think they're throwing money away. And yet, it's hard to resist the novelty of a new home gadget, especially when it ...