Christopher NullFreelance Contributor, TechHive
Christopher Null is a veteran technology and business journalist. He contributes regularly to TechHive, PCWorld, and Wired, and operates the websites Drinkhacker and Film Racket. Disclosure: He also writes for Hewlett-Packad's marketing website TechBeacon.
A high price tag and a rough-around-the-edges app keep Securam’s first consumer lock from being a runaway success.
The ability to create scenes using your room’s lighting is positively magical.
It’s a compelling concept, even if it isn’t as sophisticated as some other high-end lighting systems we’ve evaluated.
Wyze Lock review: This ultra-affordable smart deadbolt converter covers the basics well
Convert your dumb deadbolt into a Wi-Fi-connected smart lock for less.
Here's a clever way to get a smart speaker into every room without cluttering up every room with a smart speaker.
Populife Smart Deadbolt review: Ultra-cheap and attractive, but lacking in the operations department
Steer clear of this bare-bones smart lock.
Minut Smart Home Alarm review: This impressive, low-cost home security system emphasizes privacy
It’s non-invasive because it operates by detecting body heat instead of relying on cameras, and it’s inexpensive because it doesn’t depend on your deploying sensors all over the house.
Aqara Smart Home Starter Kit review: This muddy smart home kit has a glimmer of promise
This bare-bones, but budget-friendly kit covers just the basics and is very weak in terms of home security.
Garadget review: Open your garage door with open-source technology
If you have the patience for delving into user forums if you need help, Garadget is worth a look.
Kwikset Halo smart deadbolt review: Wi-Fi in, attractive design out
Kwikset’s smart lock gains in connectivity, but loses out in the looks department.
The Emporia Vue gives great insight on your home's carbon footprint by monitoring how it consumes electricity.
Bulbrite Solana color-changing A19 smart bulb review: A fair generic built for Wi-Fi
An immature app keeps Bulbrite's color-changing smart bulb from meriting a strong recommendation.
Nexx Smart Wi-Fi Garage Door Controller NXG-200 review: Sophisticated, but very expensive
This garage door controller Wi-Fi retrofit kit has some advanced features, but that might not be enough to justify its high price tag.
Kleverness Smart Lighting review: This hub-based lighting system is unfinished and expensive
Smart light switches and dimmers are often superior to smart light bulbs, but the Kleverness system is most certainly not.
These smart(ish) vintage-style bulbs offer Wi-Fi connectivity.