These are the projects I recommend building instead of just buying something off the shelf.

These projects turn a Raspberry Pi into a practical home automation tool ...

If you're a DIY enthusiast, a 3D printer is pretty much a must-have at this point. The fact that you can design and print your own items based on your requirements around the house unlocks a whole ...

Single-board computers, or SBCs, are quite popular among students, enthusiasts, and developers who love to tinker with tech. One of the most common SBCs that most people use for this purpose is the ...

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

Smart home products allow us to control and automate many parts of our lives and homes. From bedrooms to kitchens, you can add these web-connected devices to every nook and cranny of your domicile, ...

Shelly Group is expanding its smart building portfolio with two new sensors aimed at improving protection, monitoring and automation across residential and commercial installations. The Shelly Flood S ...