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Not all smart lights are created equal. Thankfully, SmartThings has the ability to work with an extremely wide variety of smart bulbs, leaving you a lot of options.
One of the best things about SmartThings is that you can use a slew of other third-party devices on your system, doorbells and locks included. Since they all essentially share the same SmartThings support, we've focused on which devices have the best specs and tricks to justify adding them to your SmartThings arsenal.
LynQ is a unique people compass that keeps you connected to others without the use of a phone, tablet or mobile app.
Unless you are already deep in the Sonos ecosystem or you're only looking to just play music, the Amazon Echo Plus edges out the Sonos Play:1 in a few key areas.
The Blink XT2 security camera kit may be one of the best out there, but you'll have to be willing to deal with a few minor annoyances.
Amazon already has a $60 discount on the Roborock S4, the company's latest model. Be sure to grab one now!
The Roborock S6 brings along the features where it counts. In addition to being able to clean faster and more quietly than its predecessor, the S6 can clean specific rooms and has what Roborock says is enough suction to pick up AA batteries.
SmartThings is one of the most robust smart home hubs you can buy. With it's amazing device support and integrations, there is no limit to what you can do to automate your entire home.
SmartThings works seamlessly with both Google Assistant and Amazon's Alexa. It takes a few extra steps to get up and running, but it's smooth sailing once set up.
SmartThings not only allows you to control individual devices in your home but also create routines that will automate multiple processes at once.
One of the key components to setting up your SmartThings devices is adding them to your hub and we're here to help you get it done!
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SmartThings currently supports ZigBee and Z-Wave wireless protocols. Some IP-connected devices and cloud-connected devices are also able to be used with SmartThings.
Water leaks can happen at any time, all throughout your home. With SmartThings and a water leak sensor, you never have to worry about finding a leak in time.
With everything that Cloud Cam has to offer — at a sweet spot of a price — you'll be hard pressed to find something better to help keep an eye on your little ones.
I've never owned a Roomba or comparable smart vacuum, so when I first fired up the Roborock S5, to say I was impressed would be a huge understatement. My house has never been cleaner and I geek out every time I need to run the vacuum.
The Google Home Max and Sonos Play:5 are two of the priciest connected speakers you can buy, but which one is truly worth your hard-earned dollars?
Deciding on a home security camera system is a big decision, and it goes beyond the price of the camera alone. Amazon and Arlo both make some exceptional smart home tech, but which of their indoor cameras deserves your money?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is the new kid on the block, and for a limited time, when you buy a shiny new Galaxy Note 9 with AT&T Next you can get another Note 9 (128GB), Galaxy S9 or S9+ for FREE.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is now available for pre-order and that means some sweet deals to go along with it. Both Verizon and Sprint are offering some great discounts when you pre-order.