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Credit: René Ramos/Lifehacker/Jason marz, Javier Zayas Photography/Moment, Violka08/iStock via Getty Images In Lifehacker’s series, “A Guide to Automating Your Entire Home,” we’re highlighting all the ...

Understanding the smart home ecosystem, with insights on the IoT future and home automation trends shaping connected, intelligent living in 2025 and beyond.

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The Internet of Things (IoT) is changing how we live, work, and connect, offering smarter solutions for everyday needs. For seniors, these innovations have the potential to enhance safety, health, and ...