My smart devices were putting everything at risk. This easy setup protected my home network.

Setting up a new computer can be an exciting task, but it’s also one that’s fraught with potential pitfalls. Whether you’re a seasoned tech enthusiast or a novice user, it’s easy to make mistakes ...

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An update to the Matter standard will make it much easier to set up HomeKit-compatible smart home devices. In particular, it should make tap-to-pair a far more common feature, rather than something ...

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If setting up smart devices feels daunting, here are three simple steps I’ve learned to build a functional smart home. Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with ...

Say goodbye to (some) smart home woes. New user-facing features are coming to Matter that will make it easier than ever to set up your smart home and circumvent some of the more finicky, frustrating ...

I set up a new phone fairly often — whether it’s moving to a new daily driver or secondary phone, or setting up one of the new best Android phones to review. Since I’m a creature of habit, I like to ...

Small changes can add up. Here's how to set up automations to turn off TVs or lights at certain times, lower the thermostat when you leave the house, and more. I've written for various publications, ...

An Apple account serves as the cornerstone of your experience within Apple’s ecosystem, granting access to services like iCloud, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Vision Pro. Whether you’re ...

Roku devices don't support VPN apps, but you probably already have the equipment you need to use a VPN on your Roku. Attila covers software, apps and services, with a focus on virtual private networks ...