Older homes sometimes lack a neutral wire (which is typically white) in every box where a light switch is installed. That can be big problem for smart switch upgrades, which almost universally require ...

If you're researching in-wall switches to control your home's lighting system, you probably realize they require a little more effort to select and install than the ...

Sure, you can install some brands of smart switches in a junction box that doesn’t have a neutral wire, but until now, you’d also need a hub to make the smart switch work. That’s about to change ...

If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Leviton’s entry into the market splits the pricing between the budget Aqara and the high-end Lutron ...

There are as many varieties of smart light switches (and dimmers) as there are light bulbs, and while the prospect of upgrading your old dumb switch might seem daunting, they’re usually pretty simple ...

When I press the “on” button on the light switch for the chandelier over my kitchen island, it turns on in an instant. When I ask Alexa to turn it off, the light turns off. When I tap the light in the ...

Replacing every light in the house with a smart bulb can get pricey quickly. One easy way to add intelligence to a room’s lights is with a smart light switch. Once installed, you’ll be able to ...

I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New York City before eventually landing at PCMag (back when it was still in print ...

For many, the idea of jumping into the wiring system of your home can be a daunting task. And for good reason, as the wiring running throughout the walls and ceilings in your home is the linchpin of a ...

When you want to make your lights smarter without changing the bulbs, you’re likely looking at upgrading to a smart light switch. One of the more vital functions of a smart switch is its ability to ...