A Matter Alpha report details a month of Matter devices, including lighting and sensors, and the controls and features that still fell short.
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Kindle Paperwhite Bundle Review: A Thoughtful Holiday Gift
An honest look at the 16GB Jade Kindle Paperwhite Bundle, including its cover, adapter, reading strengths, trade-offs and holiday fit.
Amazon Echo Dot Max: A Holiday Review for Real Homes
A practical holiday review of the Amazon Echo Dot Max: sound, smart home features, eero limits, and who will get the most from it.
I’m Closing My Curtains Early To Save Energy — This Impacts How Well The Hack Works
An Ideal Home test found warmer air behind closed curtains, but savings depend on window types, curtain materials and home insulation.
I’ve Yet To Find A Clothes Airer As Stylish As This Joseph Joseph Design
An Ideal Home review highlights the Joseph Joseph Eclipse airer’s fabric screen, 14 metres of drying space and £135 price.
The “Home Of The Future” Is Here, Thanks To Home Depot’s New Tech Tool
Home Depot’s Hubspace app controls compatible smart-home products from multiple brands, with lighting demonstrations at House Beautiful’s Whole Home.
11 Outdated Things People Over 30 Should Never Have In Their Homes, According To Designers
House Beautiful asked designers to identify 11 home items people over 30 may want to replace, from futons and floor mattresses to makeshift curtains.
I Have Been Using AI For A Creative Maker Project
A maker is using Gemini-generated OpenSCAD code to develop 3D-printed parts for a Fallout-inspired Halloween prop, while revising AI errors by hand.
What Is Task Lighting? What The Term Actually Means And Why It’s So Important For Your Home, According To Lighting Designers
Task lighting is focused illumination for activities such as reading, cooking and working. Designers explain where it helps and how it fits into a layered plan.
I Asked An 11-Year-Old How To Design A Room Gen Alpha Won’t Hate
A House Beautiful report asked an 11-year-old to review room decor, revealing preferences for comfort, flexible storage and less uniform design.