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What Is Mesh Wifi? If you’re managing multiple devices like phones, tablets, laptops, game consoles, and smart home devices competing for a stable WiFi connection, a mesh wifi network may be the ...

Credit: René Ramos/Lifehacker/Jason marz, Javier Zayas Photography/Moment, Violka08/iStock via Getty Images In Lifehacker’s series, “A Guide to Automating Your Entire Home,” we’re highlighting all the ...

Smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms are must-have safety tools for every dwelling, but most rely on your being present to hear them should they go off. If you want to be notified about fire and ...

Whether you're renting a new place or sleeping at a home you've lived in for years, a nasty surprise waits at night: The sudden and irritating sound of your smoke alarm, waking everyone up for no ...

I love when smart home technology gets rid of headaches instead of adding to stress -- and few headaches are worst than a home pest problem. Smart security devices and sensors focus more on monitoring ...

The Eufy PoE Turret Security Camera E41 delivers dependable, subscription-free security with crisp video and smart detection, but only if you’re willing to commit to Eufy’s wired ProSecure NVR system.

Lots of change is coming to Google Home in the coming weeks, from the replacement of Google Assistant with Gemini for Home to an overhaul of its smart home subscription service, complete with a new ...

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