Here are my favorite home apps to make smart home management fast and fun, without the clutter or annoying navigation.

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This application comes from BeLight Software and it was available on Mac, Windows, iPhone, iPad, and Vision Pro thus far. The company launched the app on Android, though it’s still in ‘Early Access’.

Houzz has a strong reputation for helping people plan and prepare for home remodeling and design, as well as providing access to a network of professionals and a marketplace for home decor products.

The redesigned Google Home app fixes the camera view, adds favorites, and lets you use sensors for automations. But there’s still limited support for older Nest cams.

I’ve spent a lot of time in the Home app since moving to North Carolina. I moved right after WWDC, so I’ve disassembled, reassembled, and reconfigured my home automation setup, all in the midst of ...

The Home app has been redesigned with a focus on simple navigation and improved controls in iOS 16. Here's what's new. As Apple improved its support for more device types in smart homes, it did little ...

It’s taken well over a year, but Google’s new Nest cameras finally have a Google Home web app. The experience is still rolling out, but here’s a quick look at what you can expect. When will I get the ...

Homeowners and businesses with an Alarm․com smart home system have a new way to keep tabs on things. The company has announced the launch of its first CarPlay app, unlocking easier access to smart ...

Through recent updates, the Google Home app is now fixing the final deficiency of older Nest thermostats with the arrival of scheduling support. For quite some time now, owners of older-generation ...