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All MobileTechWorld coverage tagged smart-home — reviews, news, buying advice, and analysis from across the desk.

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How-To

Step-by-step guide to using Matter to connect smart home devices across Apple Home, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa — covering…

Mar 21, 2026 at 6:26 pm

Comparisons

Philips Hue vs IKEA Dirigera compared — starter costs, colour quality, app experience, Matter support, product range, and which smart…

Mar 20, 2026 at 11:14 am

How-To

Set up a subscription-free smart home security system with local storage cameras from Eufy, Reolink, and TP-Link Tapo. Save hundreds…

Mar 18, 2026 at 2:44 pm

Buying Guides

Best smart locks in 2026: Yale Linus 2, August Wi-Fi 4th Gen, and Aqara U200 compared. Cover auto-unlock, Matter support,…

Mar 17, 2026 at 6:58 am

Comparisons

Echo Show 15 vs Nest Hub Max compared: display, camera, recipes, smart home dashboard, speaker quality, and kids features. Find…

Mar 15, 2026 at 7:29 am

How-To

Step-by-step guide to setting up Google Home routines for morning, bedtime, leaving, and arriving home. Includes creative routine ideas most…

Mar 13, 2026 at 6:17 pm

Buying Guides

Best smart plugs in 2026 compared: TP-Link Tapo P110, Eve Energy, Amazon Smart Plug, and Hive Active Plug. Features, prices,…

Mar 12, 2026 at 11:33 am

Buying Guides

Comparing the Nest Learning Thermostat 4th gen, Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium, and Hive Mini for energy savings, app quality, and…

Mar 9, 2026 at 7:33 am

Editorials

Honest smart home assessment for 2026. What works reliably, what still frustrates, and a practical buying order for building a…

Mar 6, 2026 at 2:37 pm

How-To

How to build a multi-room smart speaker setup at three budget levels. Alexa, Google Home, and HomePod ecosystems compared with…

Mar 4, 2026 at 6:17 pm

How-To

Repurpose an old iPhone or Android as a free home security camera. Step-by-step guide using Alfred Camera, with motion alerts…

Mar 3, 2026 at 12:56 pm