Smart Home Hubs & Automation

Find the best storage for an automation server. Five diskless NAS picks for Home Assistant, VMs, and media, compared by specs and price tier.

Philips Hue Bridge Pro review: the hub that runs 150+ lights and 50+ accessories with advanced encryption and Apple Home, Alexa, and Google support.

The best USB dongles for a smart home server, from budget Zigbee coordinators to long-range Z-Wave sticks. Compare five picks and choose fast.

The Tapo CentralHub H500 adds local storage and smarter AI to Tapo cameras and sensors. See what it does, who it suits, and check the price.

The best antenna extension for a Zigbee stick, from all-in-one coordinator kits to budget SMA cables. Compare 5 picks and choose fast.

The best smart home tablet dashboard picks for wall-mounted control, from budget 10.1-inch panels to a large 15.6-inch display. Compare and check prices.

An honest look at the Amazon Smart Plug — what Alexa pairing gets you, where it falls short, and who should skip it. Check the price before buying.

The best wall mount for a control tablet, from $10 adhesive holders to anti-theft locking arms and in-wall charging panels. Compare all five fast.