Discover 10 proven tips to optimize your Apple Home setup, from critical alerts to custom automations, enhancing your smart home experience.
10 Hacks Every Apple Home User Should Know
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10 Hacks Every Apple Home User Should Know
Discover 10 proven tips to maximize your Apple Home setup, from critical alerts to customized automations that enhance safety and convenience.
Are smart bulbs more expensive to run than standard LEDs?
Smart bulbs use slightly more energy than traditional LEDs due to standby power, but the difference is minimal and often offset by their features.
Nest’s quest to fix your thermostat
Nest is launching new updates to enhance thermostat functionality, addressing past issues and aiming for better smart home integration.
Samsung will soon start charging to access its smart home API
Samsung will introduce paid tiers for its SmartThings API, including a $4.99 monthly plan for individual developers, starting in October 2026.
Philips Hue’s smart lights are getting a connectivity upgrade
Philips Hue announces a firmware update enabling Hue bulbs to run Thread and Zigbee concurrently, enhancing compatibility with Matter ecosystems.
How to personalize the screensaver on your Kindle
Learn how to customize your Kindle screensaver, remove ads, and display book covers with step-by-step instructions for supported models.
2 Best Home Night Lights In 2026
Thorsten Meyer AI ranks DORESshop and LOHAS as top home night light picks for 2026, citing adjustability, low power use and sensor limits.
ADT Just Launched a DIY Security System, and It’s Actually Perfect for Apartment Life
ADT’s new self-install security line includes the Blu Doorbell Camera, offering affordable, high-quality security perfect for apartment dwellers.
Smart Bulb WiFi Server Hosts “Banned” Literature
A hacked ESP32 smart bulb now functions as a local server hosting banned books, raising questions about IoT security and censorship resistance.
