CNET lists more than 20 October Prime Day smart-home discounts, including video doorbells, cameras, lights and other home technology.
I’m Tracking 20+ Real Prime Day Discounts On Home Tech From Blink, Nest, Nanoleaf And More
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Is The $13 Kasa Outdoor Smart Plug A Prime Day Deal Worth Snagging?
The Kasa KP401 outdoor smart plug is listed at $13, down from $17, for Prime Day. Here are its features, limits and alternatives.
Home Assistant Says ‘Big Tech Ruined The Cloud, So We’re Out’
Home Assistant is renaming its optional remote-access service to Link, while keeping its features and emphasizing local control and privacy.
SwitchBot Cuts Up To 59% Off Matter Smart Home Gear For Prime Big Deal Days
SwitchBot discounts smart locks, hubs, curtains and more for its Oct. 6–14 Fall Sale, with Amazon Prime Big Deal Days deals Oct. 6–7.
Home Assistant 2026.10 Unlocks New Matter Controls For Leak Sensors, Smart Locks And Power
The 2026.10 beta adds Matter leak-sensor alarms, a smart-lock setting and electrical readings, alongside map and automation changes.
Apple Is Reportedly Ready To Release Its Smarter Home Hub In 2 Weeks
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports Apple plans to announce an AI-powered home hub on Oct. 13, alongside updates to HomePod mini and Apple TV.
I Tested The Three Big Voice Assistants To See Who’s Best At Predicting Weather
A CNET reporter’s months-long test found Gemini most accurate overall, while Alexa gave more detail and Siri showed occasional temperature errors.
The Most Advanced Home Device I’ve Tested This Year Is In My Garage
CNET reviewer Tyler Lacoma tested Chamberlain’s $379 smart opener, which combines remote controls, a security camera and 2,000-lumen lights.
Smart Home Security Cameras: A Prime Big Deal Days Guide
Discover how smart home security cameras work, what features matter, and how to choose the right model for your safety and peace of mind.
Smart Home Halloween Lighting: A Halloween Guide
Transform your Halloween with smart, connected lighting. Discover how to create spooky scenes, automate effects, and coordinate outdoor and indoor displays effortlessly.
