The ZigBee and Z-Wave short-range wireless technologies are used for remote monitoring and control. However, their specifications and applications are different. Both technologies are ideal for ...

There has been an ongoing debate between which technology is the best overall solution for Home Automation: ZigBee or Z-Wave? Obviously one will win but can we predict which one? According to the ...

This attractive, ZigBee-compatible dimmer switch looks good on the wall, but setup hassles mar its utility. When it comes to standards wars, Jasco isn’t taking any chances. The manufacturer builds ...

Smart home platforms are like the famous xkcd comic. Every new one is designed to become the “one ring,” but it usually becomes just another standard to follow. Homey Pro attempts to bridge that gap ...

In this photo illustration, a Nest thermostat is being adjusted in a home on January 16, 2014 in Provo, Utah. Right now, as you kick back on your couch and daydream about your next smart home upgrade, ...

Focalcrest, a Chinese company focusing on intelligent hardware solutions, today debuted a new HomeKit hub that promises to bring HomeKit connectivity to various connected home products that would not ...

TP-Link's first Wi-Fi router, the SR20 Smart Home Router, has a touchscreen and features built-in support for Internet of Things (IoT) wireless protocols. Dong Ngo Former SF Labs Manager, Editor ...

As a smart home user, you've probably heard multiple mentions of Thread, Zigbee, and Matter from different companies, and seen all three names printed on boxes for smart home devices or in their ...

No, these aren't the first deadbolts available that can be integrated with your security system or home automation, but unlike some others, they don't require a subscription either. Yale was demoing ...