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Tuesday, September 8, 2026

Author

Ray Kowalski

Contributing Writer

Ray Kowalski covers Funding, Smarthome and Reviews.

Articles by Ray Kowalski

What Matter Actually Does for Your Smart Home, Explained

What Matter Actually Does for Your Smart Home, Explained

Ray Kowalski

Smart plug being power-cycled by hand on wall outlet

How to Fix a Smart Home Device That Keeps Going Offline

Ray Kowalski

Chart of appliance wattages against smart plug limits

Smart Plug Limits Explained: What You Can and Cannot Plug In

Ray Kowalski

Person scanning Matter QR code with phone during setup

How to Set Up Matter and Thread in Your Home, Step by Step

Ray Kowalski

Outdoor security camera mounted on home exterior wall

Best Smart Home Cameras for Indoors and Outdoors, Per Documented Specs

Ray Kowalski

Smart speaker with mic-mute button glowing on shelf

How to Stop Your Smart Speaker From Listening When You Didn't Ask

Ray Kowalski

Diagram comparing retrofit and replacement smart locks

Best Smart Lock for Renters and Landlords, Per the Documented Specs

Ray Kowalski

Checklist graphic of five router security settings

How to Secure Your Wi-Fi Router in 30 Minutes

Ray Kowalski

Homeowner adjusting smart thermostat on living room wall

Best Smart Thermostat, Per Documented Specs and Compatibility

Ray Kowalski

Warm automated hallway lighting with sensor on wall

How to Automate Your Lights With Motion Sensors and Schedules

Ray Kowalski

Battery video doorbell mounted beside apartment door

Best Video Doorbell for Renters: No Wiring Required

Ray Kowalski