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Home security alarms top the list as Brits’ most popular security buyHome security alarms revealed as our preferred way to protect our homes while we're on holiday
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The best Samsung smart fridge launches in Australia – it’s bigger and more advanced than anything we’ve seen beforeEverything you need to know about the Samsung smart fridge 4.0, now available in Australia, is right here
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Samsung SmartThings gets a major update – plus a new smart plugSamsung have re-entered the smart home race with major improvements to their SmartThings platform
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This Apple Watch deal is unmissable: now just $199 at WalmartGot your eye on an Apple Watch deal? Walmart has you covered this week. There's $80 off...
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What is the Internet of Things?Wondering what the Internet of Things (IoT) actually is? We've cut through the jargon to talk you through the basics
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Do I really need smart kitchen appliances?Wondering whether smart kitchen appliances are worth the hype? Here are our thoughts...
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Google Home Mini reduced to just $39 when purchased as a pairThinking of kitting out your home with Google Assistant? This incredible discount is making the Home Mini a Walmart best seller...
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Save £40 on the Ezviz smart Outdoor Floodlight Camera in the AO.com sale!Make your home smarter with this amazing deal...
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Heatwave sale: £££s off fans at Robert DyasDon't sweat it - get a great fan with a discount at Robert Dyas, today
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Going on your summer holiday? Make sure your home is burglar proof
These common mistakes can cost you coming back to a burgled home, so avoid them when going on your hols
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'Alexa, play a music quiz with me': 9 things you didn't know your smart home assistant could doOnly using Alexa or Google Home to play music? Then you're missing out. Here are some of the useful (and useless) things your home assistant could be doing for you
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Revealed: smart assistants are our most used home tech gadgetsOkay Google, how did I ever cope without you?
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What you should switch off when you go on holiday – and what you should always leave onWi-fi, TVs, kettles... we have so many appliances and gadgets in our homes, but which ones should we switch off when going away?
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'Alexa, I want you... Smart fridge, what the heck do you do?'... The tech we want, the tech we're still not convinced ofNew research reveals the smart tech items people plan on buying within the next five years... and the buys they're still not convinced about
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Ring video doorbells used in USA by police for catching criminalsVideo doorbells belonging to homeowners in the USA are already being used to help catch criminals. Could this go worldwide?
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What is a smart oven and do I need one?Have you been wondering whether a smart oven could benefit your culinary creations? We take a closer look at their features to see if the investment is worth it
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Samsung deletes tweet about virus checking smart TVs but should we be worried?In a (now deleted) tweet, Samsung advised customers to run regular virus checks on their TVs. Here's everything you need to know...
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You can pre-order the new Kindle Oasis today, just in time for your holidayIf you love a beach book – and tend to travel hand luggage only – you need the all new Kindle Oasis in your life
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'Alexa, rearrange the furniture please' is set to become a reality... at IkeaRobotic furniture that reconfigures at your command. Welcome home in 2020...
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Eco-conscious? This NASA-certified smart shower can save 90 per cent of your annual water consumptionAs we grow more conscious of our water consumption, this handy smart shower – which purifies and recirculates used water – could be the answer
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Real Homes announces The Hub – the jargon-free, honest guide to smart home tech
If (like us) you're tired of being told that you need every piece of smart home tech going, head over to The Hub for de-jargoned, gimmick-free, honest and impartial advice. If we wouldn't have it in our home, we won't suggest you have it in yours...
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Best portable speakers: wireless and Bluetooth speakers to enjoy music on-the-goOur pick of the best portable speakers have fantastic battery life and sound amazing, making the perfect for those who want to enjoy their music while out and about
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Best smart plug: control your appliances while you're outThe best smart plugs if you want some added security and convenience around your home
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Nearly half of homes have undetected, costly water leaks – but smart home tech can find them and alert usUndetected leaks and plumbing issues mean that we waste up to 30 litres of water per household every day and damage our homes. Smart technology to the rescue
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New report says smart home security systems shouldn't be too obvious to burglars – here's why we disagreeSmart home security systems should be subtly hidden says new report – but we say display them
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The smart plug: a beginner's guideConsidering buying a smart plug (or five) to turn your home into an instantly smart space? Here’s a guide to everything you need to know about the smart plug – from what it can do to whether it’s worth the spend
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Smart gardens? Plant sensors and smart sprinklers are the most sought after tech by gardenersMost gardeners would be interested in some form of smart garden tech, but not a rock-shaped bluetooth speaker
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Female AI voices on smart speakers reinforce gender stereotypes, says studyA UNESCO study calls on smart tech manufacturers to stop using female voices as default for AI software
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Speaker lamps and speaker shelves: it's Ikea's stylish collaboration with audio experts SonosIn a bid to make high-end audio more affordable, flat pack furniture giants Ikea have announced their plans to launch a range of stylish speakers
