Hack your old Google Home Mini into a Home Assistant-ready offline smart speaker with this DIY kit

You can now order an $85 kit to convert your Google Home Mini into a Home Assistant-compatible offline smart speaker.

Your old iPad or Android tablet can be your new smart home panel - here's how

Your old iPad or Android tablet can be your new smart home panel - here's how ...

Google Home's latest update wants to solve your biggest smart camera headaches

Google's released update notes for the Google Home app, and the latest version includes some key improvements for camera ...
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Google's new Home Speaker is 'Engineered for Gemini' but what about older devices?

I've been an Android user for my entire smartphone-using life. I've been writing for Android Police since 2021 with a focus on smartphones, tablets, and smart home technology. In addition to writing ...

4 interior designers told us what smart tech you should actually buy

Interior designers and decorators share their picks for the best smart home products that both look sleek and offer useful ...

You're probably killing your smart home devices without realizing it

I usually take a pro-consumer angle instead of the marketing hype, which you’ve probably noticed in my writing. A smart home ...
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I set up location-based automations, and my 1940s home finally felt like it was truly smart

My house may be from the 40s, but I feel like a Jetson with location automation.