While smart home gadgets are a growing trend, some upgrades just don't add any substantial value to most homes. Here are a few you should avoid.

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Build a local AI assistant and companion using a Raspberry Pi 5 mini PC. Install Ollama, Whisper, and Piper, so you get fast local voice chat. BMO ...

Brainboxes didn’t just bolt a Pi into a metal box — the company built a factory-grade edge controller that’s designed for ...

SunFounder has sent me a review sample of the Fusion HAT+ Raspberry Pi expansion board designed for motor and servo control ...

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Nobody's perfect.

If you want to upgrade your smart home without spending a fortune, a Raspberry Pi can be of great use. Here are some cheap ...

A technology enthusiast in Hong Kong has developed a portable AI-powered voice assistant that operates entirely without the need for cloud connectivity or internet access. The device is constructed ...

The first Raspberry Pi was a revolution. It started as a project to offer the cheapest possible computer that someone could use as a normal PC for school or work, or as a risk-free way to learn ...

A selection of Emerson Smart devices with offline voice control. (Amy Skorheim for Engadget) Perhaps you like the idea of controlling your home appliances with your voice, but aren’t super keen on a ...

First shown publicly at CES in 2019, the Mui Board has taken years to move from concept to reality. In 2026, the minimalist ...