My smart home finally stopped looking homemade.

Dhruv Bhutani has covered the Android ecosystem since 2010, with a focus on smartphones, connected devices, and home networking. His reporting is informed by hands-on experience reviewing hundreds of ...

A new feature in Android 15 allows your phone or tablet to display an interactive smart home control panel while charging — and it’s not limited to Google Home. A new feature in Android 15 allows your ...

Got a spare PC? How to open-source your smart home - for free ...

Custom Android utility dashboards take about 30 minutes to create and don’t require expert coding skills You gain complete control over layout, functionality, and appearance without bloated pre-built ...

The Android ecosystem has come a long way in empowering smart home users. With each major OS update and every new batch of app releases, controlling your lights, thermostat, security system, or even ...

What is the Home Controls Screensaver? The Home Controls screensaver was first introduced in the third beta of Android 15, which came out in June. On Pixel devices, you can find this feature under ...

Samsung has announced that it is ending free access to SmartThings API. The company will roll out paid commercial tiers and a ...

Smart Home Solver has compiled a detailed overview on 15 smart home devices that are expected to stand out in 2026 for their practicality and thoughtful design. For example, the Third Reality garage ...