Connected security systems have long been considered one of the key pillars of a modern smart home. Smart wireless security cameras generally offer a fuss-free approach to setup and everyday use. Plug ...

It's all too easy to fall into the trap of using smart home automation tools like Home Assistant to only manage those devices that already have some level of "smarts." All too easy indeed, and this ...

With so many cheap network-connected devices out there being Linux-powered, it’s very tempting to try and hack into them, usually via a serial interface. This was the goal of [Andrzej Szombierski] ...

Got an old smartphone lying unused in a drawer? Instead of letting it collect dust, you can transform it into a smart home ...