Christopher NullFreelance Contributor, TechHive
Christopher Null is a veteran technology and business journalist. He contributes regularly to TechHive, PCWorld, and Wired, and operates the websites Drinkhacker and Film Racket. Disclosure: He also writes for Hewlett-Packad's marketing website TechBeacon.
Friday Smart Lock review: After changing hands, Friday is relaunched with one key upgrade
An innovative smart lock re-emerges under new ownership, but some of this revised product's flaws remain in place.
These smart(ish) vintage-style bulbs offer Wi-Fi connectivity.
Yale Assure Lever with Connected by August review: Yale lets you ditch its own app for August’s
Alas, Yale’s hardware and August’s wireless technology make for truly unhappy bedfellows.
This wire-free smart controller doesn’t just work well, it’s also priced to move (just be aware of the cost to control a second door opener).
Philips Hue Smart Plug review: Just the basics, except for the price tag
Is the Philips brand name worth double the price for a commodity smart plug?
U-tec Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro review: A do-it-all lock held back by complex installation
With a crack fingerprint reader and a capable app, this smart lock ultimately overcomes its setup difficulties.
Abode Iota review: Abode streamlines its security hub by integrating a camera
A simple home security solution learns a few new tricks—and gets easier than ever to set up.
Netatmo Smart Alarm System with Camera review: This jumble of components won’t work for everyone
Adding the Netatmo Smart Siren and Netatmo Smart Door and Window Sensors to a Netatmo Indoor Camera yields a somewhat simple home security system.
It’s Bluetooth-only, however, so you can’t integrate it into the rest of your smart home.
Philips Hue Smart Button review: Drop a switch for your Hue lights just about anywhere
This toggle button is surprisingly capable, but it can’t control other smart lighting systems.
While hampered by buggy setup and a high price tag, Eve enthusiasts may find this device worth a look.
These smart dimmers and smart plugs are HomeKit compatible, but you can control any of them with Alexa and Google Assistant, too.
Philips Smart Wi-Fi LED review: You don’t need a bridge to operate this line of smart bulbs
The bulbs are fine, but the Wiz Connected app isn’t nearly as polished as its Philips Hue stablemate.
Want eight colors from your lamp—at the same time? LIFX has you covered.
SimpliSafe Smart Lock review: The ultra-simple alarm system gets its own companion smart lock
This inexpensive but barebones smart lock merits a look by the SimpliSafe set.