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In late 2020, Samsung signed a Worldwide agreement with Aeotec to distribute and expand the lineup of SmartThings hardware devices. What does this mean for the future of SmartThings?

Smart lighting. What is it? How does it work? What’s the difference between smart lighting modules and smart bulbs? And what's best for you? I’m glad you asked. In this article, we explore the world of smart lighting.

The Fibaro Smart Implant is a versatile device that can make your old electronic devices and systems smart! In this guide, you'll learn how to use the implant to enable your beautiful vintage devices to enjoy the wonders of 21st century technology.

In this guide, you'll learn a bulletproof organisation strategy to keep your smart home system performing well, and lay the foundation for intuitive smart voice control.

The ol' 'hub vs hubless' discussion is popular among smart home enthusiasts, and contrary to popular belief, there's a lot more riding on your decision than a few dollars and a shiny new box. This article takes a fresh perspective on the discussion and outlines the differences between cloud-based systems & owner-owned systems.

If you've ever tinkered with a Z-Wave device, it's likely you've heard the phrase 'Configuration Parameters'. Find out what these parameters do, why and how to use them and how they differ for devices with templates, and devices without templates.

Samsung SmartThings is a multi-protocol platform that lists a number of Z-Wave devices as compatible. But you can also add Z-Wave devices not-listed as compatible. Learn how in this article.

Homey's mission is to enable smart home devices to work together seamlessly. And with an intuitive, beautiful user-interface and over 50,000 devices supported from over 1000 brands, Homey is a force to be reckoned with. Intrigued? Peek inside to learn more.

What's different about your home and the home's of the 1950's? Apart from newer appliances and larger TV's, not much has changed. Until now. Take a look at 6 benefits of turning your home into a smart home.

Wish you could control your alarm system with your voice? With Chuango's new Amazon Alexa and Google Home compatible hub, now you can. In this guide, you'll learn how to control your alarm with nothing other than your voice in under 5 minutes - easily and securely.