A comparison of nine Wi-Fi 7 routers finds the TP-Link Archer BE550 the overall pick, with options for gaming, multi-gig wired gear and smaller homes.
Which Of These 9 Best Wi-Fi 7 Routers Fits Your Home Network?
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What To Consider When Comparing The 10 Best Mesh WiFi Systems For 2027
A 10-system buying guide compares Wi-Fi generations, bands, coverage, smart-home features and costs. Real-world performance and prices remain unverified.
Matter Cameras And Two-way Talk Officially Arrive In Home Assistant 2026.11
Home Assistant 2026.11 beta adds Matter camera feeds, preview two-way audio and brings HACS into the built-in Marketplace.
7 Smart Home Devices That Are Better With Thread
A Matter Alpha report identifies seven smart-home device categories that can benefit from Thread, from sensors and locks to bulbs and blinds.
Could The ESP32-C6 Be Your Next Smart Home Board?
An XDA Developers report explains why the ESP32-C6’s built-in radios can simplify DIY smart-home projects, while noting its processing limits.
Ubiquiti Is Putting Thread Inside UniFi Wi-Fi 7 Access Points — Turning Them Into Smart Home Infrastructure
FCC radio reports point to Thread in Ubiquiti’s unannounced U7 Mesh Wall access point. Pricing and release timing are not confirmed.
The $20,000 Voxel Bot Will Help You Find Misplaced Things Around Your Home
Tuesday Labs is taking $200 reservations for Voxel, a two-armed home robot expected to cost about $20,000 and ship in 2028.
I Tried A $99 Plug That Promises To Track Your Car And Send Help When Needed — Without Selling Your Data
Miles Plug tracks location, driving and vehicle health, with emergency response and roadside assistance. The device costs $99 plus a paid membership.
My Matter Smart Home Worked Brilliantly — Until The Batteries Started Dying
A Matter smart home report describes how dead presence-sensor batteries disrupted automations and why battery life varies by device and placement.
Apple’s HomeView Ad Is Confusing To Everyone Except Parents
The HomeView commercial depicts a hectic family morning. Some parents say it feels familiar, while viewers question the role of its shared screen.
