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How I Control My Smart Home From My CarPlay Dashboard

If you’ve yet to bring your smart home into the Apple fold and controlling it effectively from Apple devices (including via CarPlay) is something you’re interested in, listen up. Using the open-source ...
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The Best Smart Home Apps for Ease of Use, Design and Control

Not all home apps are equal. Your app experience can make or break the smart home devices you choose, such as security cameras or smart bulbs. The worst apps have confusing menus, lack ...

Google Home is letting you get a lot more done without using the app

Google's making it easier to control your smart home from a computer, as it overhauls Home's web interface with new device ...

4 Essential Google TV Apps You Should Be Using In 2025

LocalSend, Projectivy Launcher, VLC media player, and tvQuickActions Pro improve your Google TV experience by letting you ...
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My Favorite Tips for Decluttering Your Phone and Dealing With All Those Smart Home Apps

If your home apps are multiplying, I suggest converting to Matter devices, adopting a password manager, and using other hacks to cut down on juggling all those apps. Tyler Lacoma Editor / ...