Naturally, you’ll need a Home Assistant server for this to work. The platform is free and open-source, and runs on just about ...

A lot of hackers are rightfully concerned about the privacy issues that surround many of today’s “smart” gadgets, but it’s hard to argue that the ability to remotely control devices around your home ...

When I first set up Home Assistant, the most important priority in terms of aesthetics was the ability to switch to dark mode ...

Thanks to Home Assistant, automating the various systems that run your home is easier than ever. But you still need to make a connection between those systems and your Home Assistant setup, which can ...

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 ...

Explore the evolution of Home Assistant smart assistants into intuitive, human-like companions. AI is redefining convenience & personalization ...

Imagine walking into your home and having it not just respond to your commands but truly understand your needs. Picture a smart home that offers thoughtful suggestions, like reminding you to grab an ...

Smart voice assistants are cool. The ability to control my home with just a few quick commands means that I haven’t touched a light switch in months. Wondering about the weather? I always know what ...

Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Home Assistant, the powerful-yet-prickly smart home automation platform, is finally moving toward the mainstream ...

Over the past few years, Google and Amazon have hustled to round out their product lines, hone their software and clear the mess left by toddler-age smart home devices. The Amazon Echo Dot and ...