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.
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.
Wyze Bulb review: A tunable white light bulb with a rock-bottom price tag
This $8 smart bulb is tough to beat, unless you're looking for a smart home product with a broader ecosystem that includes full-spectrum color bulbs and other devices, akin to Philips Hue.
iRealm Smart Plug 2.0 review: This smart home gadget lacks any redeeming features
Here’s a textbook case of how not to build a smart home product.
These two also-ran smart-home products form a mediocre bundle.
Braumm S111 smart switch review: This generic switch won’t break the bank
Like Braumm's Wi-Fi smart plug, there's absolutely nothing sophisticated about the Braumm S111 in-wall smart switch, but it is supremely inexpensive.
Kami Smart Security Starter Kit review: Its low price tag is the one thing it has going for it
You won't find many Zigbee-based home security systems cheaper than this, but you'll find plenty that are more effective at protecting your home.
Bond Bridge by Olibra review: Bringing smart-home tech to dumb ceiling fans
Make your dumb ceiling fan or fireplace smart today with this Wi-Fi bridge, and it might enable you to do the same for your air conditioner and other appliances later.