Many of us in the northern hemisphere are contending with the harsh realities of winter and while the weather outside is often awful, at least we can try to be more comfortable when we're home. A ...

The best smart thermostats we've tested can control your home's heating and cooling with your phone or voice—and might help you save on energy costs. I’ve been working with computers for ages ...

At a minimum, smart thermostats connect to Wi-Fi or to Z-Wave (a wireless network for smart home devices), which allows remote operation from a smartphone app and/or voice commands via assistants ...

With energy costs continuing to rise and environmental concerns becoming ever more pressing, homeowners are increasingly ...

One of the most important tech upgrades you can make to your house is a smart heating system. There’s nothing like being able to sit back, either from the comfort of your sofa, or in an airport ...

A provider of smart home HVAC control solutions, Flair, has launched Bridge Pro, a cutting-edge Staged Heating (Integrated ...

Smart radiator valves let you control the temperature in individual rooms when your central heating is on. They can be ...

Dan Wroclawski is a home and appliances writer at Consumer Reports, covering products ranging from refrigerators and coffee makers to cutting-edge smart home devices. Before joining CR in 2017 ...

Jon has first-hand experience testing home energy products such as portable power stations, home battery solutions and smart thermostats. Jon has showcased his expertise live on TV for news ...

Christina is a freelance editor and contributor with Newsweek’s small business team. With a passion for small business optimization and strategy, Christina has successfully launched her own ...

Smart thermostats offer greater flexibility than other heating controls, allowing you to remotely control your home's temperature and heating schedule. Used properly, they can potentially save you ...