The Delicate Art of Making a 1907 House Smarter

I tested modern locks, lights, climate controls, and more in a historic home that I very much wanted to keep historic.

The Best Motion Sensors and Home Security Gadgets Without Cameras

If you prefer not to have cameras in and around your home, try one of these more private, WIRED-tested security devices.

The Best Google Home Speaker (2026)

There’s now only one worth buying—but you can still access new features on older models you might already own.

The Skylight Calendar Is One of My Favorite Products On Sale for Prime Day

The Skylight Calendar 2 and Calendar Max are both on sale for Prime Day if you’ve been dreaming of a digital calendar to manage your household.

The Best Roborock Deal This Prime Day (2026)

Shopping Roborock’s models can feel overwhelming. But there’s just one I recommend snagging during Prime Day.

Google Home Speaker Review: Leading the Pack, Again

Google’s first new smart speaker in six years is here and once again leads its competitors—now with paywalled features.

Home Batteries: How They’re Installed and How Much They Cost

After adding one to my home, here’s why you might want a home battery, how they work, and what to look for, plus some installation tips.

The Gemini-Powered Google Home Speaker Is Finally Here

Arriving six years after Google’s last smart speaker, the new HomePod-style device was redesigned to play host to Gemini’s chatbot.

In Praise of a Dumb House

Tech has been encroaching on the family domicile for years—but actor, writer, and satirist Jill Kargman is all in on analog.