Lutron’s outdoor smart plug controls your lights in harsh weather

Outdoor smart plugs are increasingly common, but Lutron thinks it has an easy way to stand out: make a plug that can endure the worst nature has to offer. It’s introducing a Caseta Outdoor Smart Plug that’s IP65-rated, or tough enough to survive heav...

Ring devices will soon work with Lutron’s smart lighting systems

Home automation company Lutron’s smart lighting systems will soon be able to link up with Ring’s doorbells and cameras. As such, whenever someone rings your doorbell or Ring devices detect motion, Lutron can switch on your lights automatically.Lutron...

The best Alexa-compatible smart-home devices for Amazon Echo

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The best Alexa-compatible smart-home devices for Amazon Echo

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Comcast’s home automation app links with Nest, Lutron and more

Earlier this year Comcast said its Xfinity Home service would start connecting to more automation gadgets you probably already own, and now it does. Right now, its app (iOS, Android) connects to Nest thermostats, August Smart Lock, Chamberlain MyQ...