You might not ever become a homeowner, but that doesn't mean you can't make your not-a-house as smart as possible.

Smart displays can pair with any supported home security camera, allowing you to switch to a live view of the cam with a quick voice command. That's especially useful for nanny cam–like devices.

These features make Zigbee a practical and versatile choice for smart home and IoT projects where power efficiency and reliability are critical. How to Make Zigbee Devices for HomeAutomation ...

Smart displays with touchscreens are excellent control and entertainment devices for your home. Here's how to pick the right model.

Step 7: After this, some devices will prompt you to connect with a smart home assistant like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. You can also do this later. Smart lights are incredibly convenient.

Written by Maria Diaz, Staff Writer Jan. 24, 2025 at 11:53 a.m. PT Kerry Wan/ZDNET Google Home users are getting a free smart home upgrade, as Gemini will now be able to control their devices.

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Smart lights are a worthy investment and easy to install, but choosing the right bulbs requires planning. Here's what you ...