Lighting in a home is easily overlooked. But power outages serve as a stark reminder of the importance of lighting, which ...

If you've been looking to upgrade your home entertainment system, you might be wondering whether a big-screen TV or a ...

Now you can control your smart home devices with gestures in addition to button presses. The Flic Duo delivers twice the benefits of the ingenious Flic Button.

Valerian’s VisionMaster Max delivers outstanding image quality, but it will be hard for most buyers to justify the high price ...

Sometimes the simplest way to understand the cause-and-effect nature of automation is to start with the effect. Scenes are ...

Unveiled at CES, the new Copilot Star platform is designed to take smart device interoperability to the next level.

For selection and affordability, Ikea will be hard to beat for Matter-compatible smart home sensors and lighting in 2026.

Bring every scene, beat, and moment to life with the right gear A great home theater setup is not just about having the TV.

To install a home theater on a budget, think carefully about layout, use textiles for soundproofing, and add ambient LED ...

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on Dec. 30, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Many of those who could escape the fire ...

LG announced its Sound Suite home entertainment system, which will be showcased at CES 2026. It's a modular home theater system and features Dolby Atmos FlexConnect. More detailed specs, along with ...

One of the more intriguing prospects Amazon revealed at its devices and services event back in September was Alexa Home Theater, a surround sound mode for select Echo speakers. Amazon has now ...