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What Is a Smart Home Device? A Guide to Connected Living
At its most basic, a smart home device is just a regular household object that's been given a brain and a voice. It connects to the internet, allowing you to control it from afar or have it operate automatically. Think of it as taking your everyday stuff—lightbulbs, thermostats, door locks—and making them a whole lot…