Learn how to turn old appliances into smart, Wi-Fi-enabled devices with ESP8266 and ESPHome. DIY automation made simple for your home.

A Raspberry Pi home automation project enables controlling lights, sensors, and smart devices via open-source software, turning any house into a smart home.

Certain appliances will pull power as long as they're plugged in, running up your electric bill in the process.

A JD Power study surveyed consumers who had purchased "smart" appliances in the last three years to gauge their service and reliability.

Google Home's new automation editor adds a lot of powerful triggers and conditions, but it's still far behind what I require ...

TI’s new C2000 real-time MCUs deliver 30% faster computing power and quieter operation in motors for home appliance ...

Called the F28E120SC and F28E120SB, the MCUs are 30% faster than previous MCUs for these appliances. The microcontrollers use TI’s InstaSPIN field-oriented control (FOC) software and algorithms for ...

Across the world, the United States ranks at the top in terms of households that own a clothes dryer, with the figures standing at 80% of homes, much higher than any other country across Europe or ...

Automated cameras will be used in Hoboken to issue parking tickets and reduce traffic congestion starting next month, city officials announced Friday. The cameras will target vehicles illegally double ...

At IFA 2025, Hisense showcased a new line of smart devices focused on AI integration. The lineup includes the 116-inch RGB-MiniLED UX TV, powerful laser projectors, and smart appliances like a ...