If you love tinkering, ESPHome is a fantastic way to build custom smart home devices. This open-source firmware framework ...

A Sheridan couple has invented a smart-home system that automates coop care for people who keep backyard chickens. Their Hen ...

The TRMNL 7.5" DIY Kit is an e-ink display option for hobbyists with various features It includes a 7.5-inch e-ink display, an ESP32-S3 board, and a battery, and offers Home Assistant integration ...

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What happens when you combine an Arduino-based microcontroller with a palm-sized aluminum box and clicky buttons? A fidget ...

CSA announces plans for a “public event designed to accelerate industry collaboration, networking, and showcase the ...

It’s been a while, and though the basics are the same, Apple Home and Google Home have both benefitted from some long-needed ...

I don't do many full product reviews anymore, but I still buy plenty of tech and home gear. Over time, some of those ...

With Christmas a little over two weeks ago, one might be scrambling to find a gift for a loved one, friend, or family member. If you’re familiar with Arduino or Raspberry Pi and have a free weekend, ...

These “Smart Bricks” and “Smart Play” initiatives, just announced at CES 2026, aren’t like the huge Lego Mario toys that ...

South Korean engineers have unveiled a self-powered smart window at CES 2026 that solves two big hurdles of modern climate ...