Smart home device reviews, comparisons, and buying guides
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Putting your Home Assistant hub on a UPS protects it from the power blips that corrupt databases, and — wired to a shutdown automation —...
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The best mini PC for Home Assistant is a fanless Intel N100 box with an SSD and at least 8 GB of RAM — it’s silent,...
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For Home Assistant, an SSD beats an SD card decisively: SD cards wear out from the recorder’s constant small writes and fail suddenly, usually within...
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The best smart home accessories and standalone devices for 2026 include energy monitors that cut bills by 10-30%, wall-mounted tablets that serve as family command...
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The best smart security cameras for 2026 combine high-resolution video, reliable motion detection, local or cloud storage options, and seamless smart home integration. The Eufy...
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Compare the top smart sprinkler controllers of 2026. Rachio 3, Orbit B-hyve, RainMachine, and more - save 20-50% on water bills with intelligent irrigation.
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Nest vs Ring doorbell comparison 2026. Video quality, detection, subscriptions, and smart home integration — find the best smart doorbell for your home.
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Compare the best automatic curtain openers of 2026. SwitchBot Curtain 3, Aqara, Zemismart, and more — transform existing curtains into smart window treatments.
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The best smart pet feeders with camera let you dispense meals, monitor via HD video, and talk to your pet through two-way audio — all...
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A wall-mounted tablet running my Home Assistant dashboard is the single best upgrade I have made to the smart home — no phone unlocking, no...
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