Use your computer's states as a trigger for your smart home devices.

Imagine walking into your home, and with a single voice command or tap on your phone, the lights dim, your favorite playlist starts, and the thermostat adjusts to the perfect temperature, all without ...

I am considering getting started with a limited, locally controlled home automation system built on Home Assistant and ZWave. In the short term it will only be implementing some smart plugs for ...

Have you ever imagined a home that anticipates your every need—lights that adjust to your mood, a thermostat that syncs with the weather, or security systems that work seamlessly in the background?

Let others be the guinea pigs.

I recently described how a recent flurry of smart home failures made me turn to Home Assistant, the increasingly polished DIY smart home platform that you can host yourself without relying on the ...