Android 16 offers very customizable Quick Settings tiles, but they can't be used to control a smart home by default. I used a workaround to do it.

Not all home apps are equal. Your app experience can make or break the smart home devices you choose, such as security cameras or smart bulbs. The worst apps have confusing menus, lack settings and ...

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Google has added a new screensaver called Home Controls to Android 15. Home Controls lets you quickly access your smart home controls as a screensaver. The feature is rolling out to Pixel Tablet, but ...

The Google Home app is your gateway to controlling various smart home devices. Google's Nest speakers — which are among the best smart speaker brands – connect to the Google Home app, along with ...

iOS might be catching up in terms of customization, but if you want to take full pixel-by-pixel control over the look of the software on your phone, Android still leads the way. You're able to change ...

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