When I received an offer a couple of weeks ago to check out the Connected by TCP “home smart lighting system” — which lets you remotely dim, control and schedule the lights around your home to turn on ...

While they might seem like might expensive light bulbs, TCP’s Connected lighting system is actually a great way to dip into home automation: Easy to set up, easy enough to use, and plenty of included ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

Smart light switches and plug adapters are the building blocks of the connected home. But it can be tough to tell the difference between various devices. That's where we come in. Not only have we used ...

You’re probably familiar with those regular old light switches that you fumble for in the dark, but maybe you’re unclear on what a smart switch is. Good news: you’ve come to the right place. A smart ...