A hackerspace is a place that generally needs to be accessed by a wide group of people, often at weird and unusual hours.

I've reviewed security systems from all major brands. Here are my most important recommendations when you're ready to set up your own.

The sendEmail () function is responsible for triggering the email alert when an object is detected. A secure Wi-Fi client is ...

This home security system deep-dive is one of nine features in AD PRO’s 2026 Interior Design Forecast, our survey of the decorative trends and industry shifts shaping luxury interiors today. Access ...

Smart garage door openers offer many benefits, but installation can be tough. This picks make it a cinch to add voice and ...

A lot of making goes on in this community these days, but sometimes you’ve just gotta do some old fashioned hacking. You might have grabbed an old Speak and Spell that you want to repurpose ...

No one likes getting up in the morning — unless you're an early bird — but a good alarm clock makes waking up just a little easier. We've tried dozens of alarm clocks, from the gentle, gradual ...

Alder Security offers home security systems for those who want basic coverage. The company is known for its fast response times. Alder bills itself as a simple home solution that doesn’t go over the ...

Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a dozen years, explaining the latest features, privacy tricks, and top recommendations. With degrees ...

Like most modern households, we've filled our home with synthetic, petroleum-based materials, from our couch cushions to our daughter's toys. These everyday products make house fires burn faster than ...

In this video I've created a device that can notify in real time about events that happen on a website. The project uses NodeMCU board and a buzzer to produce sound as alert. The board is programmed ...

In this video I'm building an Arduino Heart Rate Monitor that is housed in a toy handle in the style of the Star Trek Tricoder. The device uses the PulseSensor with an Arduino Pro Mini and an OLED ...