Smart Home
The latest Smart Home breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at T3
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LG’s latest smart lamp grows indoor plants and sets the mood – but you might not get one
LG combines smart lighting with indoor gardening
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Best bathroom scales 2025: from basic metrics to advanced insights
The best bathroom scales and body monitor scales to measure your weight, body fat, BMI and more
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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Best smart speakers 2025: Amazon Echo, Google Nest and Apple speaker options
T3's top choices for the best smart speakers, including picks from Alexa, Apple and Google
By David Nield Last updated
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Best Philips Hue lights 2025: sophisticated smart bulbs for your space
The best Philips Hue lights bring state-of-the-art, remote-controlled lighting to your home
By Lizzie Wilmot Last updated
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Best smart bulbs 2025: top ambient lighting from Philips Hue, LIFX and Ikea
Meet the best smart lights with Alexa and Apple HomeKit support, from Philips Hue, LIFX, Ikea and TP-Link
By Lizzie Wilmot Last updated
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Best smart locks 2025: secure your home with smart locks, deadbolts and more
T3 has installed and tested the best smart door locks to help you find the perfect option for your home or Airbnb property
By Alex Cox Last updated
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Best air purifier 2025: remove allergens, particles and pollution from your home
Improve the quality of the air you breathe with the best air purifiers from Blueair, Dyson, Philips and more
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Last updated
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Best smart plugs 2025: add smart technology, like Alexa and Google, to any plug socket
Find the best smart plugs that turn any non-smart appliance smart!
By Lizzie Wilmot Last updated
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Best video doorbell 2025: who’s that ringing my bell?
Boost your home security with the best video doorbell, including the top brands such as Ring and Google plus many budget options
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Last updated
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Best security camera 2025: protect your home with top smart wireless cameras
Find the best indoor and outdoor security cameras that detect and capture motion and sound, to keep your property safe
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Last updated
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Best portable air conditioner 2025: cooling picks for your home
Stay cool and comfortable with the best portable air conditioner you can buy
By Derek Adams Last updated
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I wish I could get more people to see the light – this is the problem with modern LEDs
Dazzled by some of the new products on the market, Jon Bentley highlights the bulbs that he believes are the way forward
By Jon Bentley Published
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Can I have my own Amazon locker at home?
Not satisfied with the current delivery model, Jon Bentley has a few ideas for how he wants his parcels securely dropped off
By Jon Bentley Published
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Philips Hue announces first update for new Play HDMI Sync Box – just 3 months after its launch
There's an update for the original model as well
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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Forget Ring, Apple is said to be building a video doorbell that'll also unlock the door
Apple is reportedly developing one Ring to rule the hall
By Carrie Marshall Published
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Samsung announces new AI home screens for its smart fridges and laundry appliances
Samsung previews its CES launches, including new AI Home screens
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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I’m a smart home expert – these are the best smart home releases from 2024
11 smart home releases from 2024 actually worth buying, including Amazon Echo and Google Nest
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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The Amazon Echo Pop is back down to a ridiculously cheap price – and there's still time to get one before Christmas
It's the perfect last minute gift
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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Hisense's CES smart home launches have been revealed – and they're about to make household chores a lot easier
There are five new products altogether
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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New study reveals the huge security flaw that homeowners are overlooking in the winter
Yale experts reveal how safe your home is in the winter – and how to improve your security
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Skylight adds an AI ‘sidekick’ to its smart calendars and it can plan your weekly meals
Skylight’s new AI Sidekick plans your meals, sets chores and organises your calendar
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Apple Watch can now get in on the Bluesky revolution
Post to the social media platform directly from your wrist
By Britta O'Boyle Published
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Smart holiday lights: are they worth it?
With Christmas right around the corner, smart holiday lights are a good way to spice up your house inside and out
By Max Slater-Robins Published
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Lockin’s new smart lock doubles as a video doorbell and reads your palms
Lockin launches the 4-in-1 Smart Lock and its recognition is seriously impressive
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Philips Hue's annual Christmas smart lighting sale is here – and you won't want to miss it
It's only on for a few weeks
By Lizzie Wilmot Last updated
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Two new Eufy smart locks are coming – and they could be there a lot sooner than expected
Both models are rumoured to feature palm recognition
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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Homey debuts new Dashboards feature but not all Homey users can try it
Homey’s new Dashboards make it easier to control your smart home devices
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published
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Your IKEA smart lights can now automatically adjust to match the time of day
The new dynamic lighting mode is available now
By Lizzie Wilmot Published
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Amazon Alexa’s most asked questions revealed – AI and celebrity heights had a starring role
Alexa! What were your most asked questions of 2024?
By Bethan Girdler-Maslen Published