Starting a smart home doesn't have to be scary. Here's what you need to know about Zigbee, Z-Wave and more.

Picking a smart home standard can lead to a decision paralysis if you believe that smart devices can function seamlessly.

The first Matter Bridge from AVM is in the Fritzsmart Gateway. DECT ULE and Zigbee devices can now be controlled via Alexa, Google or Siri voice commands.

While this attractive in-wall on/off lighting control is compatible with Alexa, Google Home, and HomeKit, it can't operate without one of Aqara's smart home hubs.

Qorvo has announced a system-on-chip for smart home devices with multi-network support for Matter, Zigbee and Bluetooth Low Energy. “QPG6200L supports multiple protocols on separate channels ...

Smart home devices use many different methods to communicate. Some devices use Wi-Fi, others use Bluetooth, and some use Matter or Z-wave. A lot of smart home devices use Zigbee.

Working towards automating a few things in a home often seems simple on the surface, but it’s easy for these projects to snowball into dozens of sensors and various servos, switches, and came… ...

A new technology that turns Zigbee-powered smart plugs, switches, and bulbs into motion sensors could be deployed to millions of devices with an OTA update.

Aqara LED Bulb T2 brings Matter support, Adaptive Lighting, and deep HomeKit integration with Thread and Zigbee for a smarter, more responsive home setup.

High prices and outdated designs are reasons to avoid proprietary smart home hubs. But if you want to keep using your Aqara hub, this is a good smart plug.