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.
ConnectSense Smart Outlet review: A solid smart plug for the HomeKit set
The ConnectSense Smart Outlet for HomeKit stands out from the pack in looks and features.
iHome iAVS16B review: This smart bedside clock radio gets Alexa in the mix
Though it has some growing to do, iHome + Alexa make for an impressive couple.
Hive Welcome Home System review: A U.K. smart home system crosses the pond
Hive ditches its subscription plan in favor of you-own-it hardware. Here’s how well it works.
Aura review: This home monitoring system is more trouble than it's worth
The system detects motions based on the disruption of radio signals inside your home, but our reviewer discovered that it also disrupted many of his other smart home devices.
Foobot Home Air Quality Monitor review: A pricey way to keep an eye on indoor pollution
This smart appliance examines the air you breathe, but do you need that analysis?
Eaton Halo RL56 review: Upgrade your existing canisters to smart and efficient LED lighting
If you have recessed lighting, this is a superior solution to replacing the bulbs.
Kwikset Obsidian touchscreen deadbolt review: Slim and sexy, but not entirely smart
As electronic lock manufacturers up their design game, Kwikset gets to work.
C by GE smart LED bulb review: Not the right choice for enthusiasts
The C-Life is an inexpensive choice, but its value is undercut by the price of the C-Sleep.
Yale Real Living Assure SL Lock review: Yale’s next-gen lock makes significant strides
While the new Assure looks great on the outside, its smart home capabilities remain lacking.
Nest Protect review: No-nonsense “smart” smoke and carbon-monoxide detection
The best smart smoke detector on the market is also the most expensive.
First Alert Onelink review: This Homekit smoke alarm can smell a fire, but its push alerts need work
What good is a smart smoke alarm if the smart component isn’t fully baked?
Halo+ Smart Smoke & CO Alarm with Weather Alerts review: A pricey alternative to the Nest Protect
This smoke detector packs all the bells, whistles, and a weather radio, too.
Eufy Lumos Smart Bulb review: Alexa-ready and budget-friendly smart lighting from Anker
Available in tunable- or fixed-white models, these smart bulbs deliver quality lighting at low prices.
But we can't recommend the second and less-expensive new model.
WiZ Connected Lights Color A E26 Light Kit review: Wi-Fi smart bulbs on a budget
This new smart lighting player offers plenty of flexibility at a price that makes sense.