IoT Security: Protecting Your Connected Devices and Data

What Data Do Smart Home Devices Collect? (And What Happens to It)

What data do smart home devices collect? The honest answer is: far more than most people realise, far more than is necessary for the devices to do their jobs, and…

Steven Kontra June 13, 2026

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Smart Locks & Keyless Entry: The Complete Beginner’s Guide for 2026

Keys are one of those things we've lived with for so long that we forget how inconvenient they actually are. You lose them. You forget them. You make copies for…

Steven Kontra May 24, 2026

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How to Protect IoT Devices from Hackers: A Practical Guide for Home Users

A few years ago, a family in the US noticed something strange. Their baby monitor — a perfectly ordinary Wi-Fi connected camera — had started moving on its own. The…

Steven Kontra May 4, 2026

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How to Secure Smart Home Devices: A Beginner’s Complete Guide

So you've just set up a shiny new smart speaker, a Wi-Fi doorbell, maybe a connected thermostat. Life is convenient. But here's the uncomfortable truth: every device you plug into…

Steven Kontra May 2, 2026

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IoT and Data Privacy: How Safe Is Your Smart Home in 2026? – IoT Security

The smart home revolution has made everyday life more convenient than ever. From voice assistants that control the lights to security cameras that send alerts directly to your phone, connected…

Steven Kontra August 16, 2025

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Smart Home Nightmares: Real Stories and How to Avoid Them

Smart homes are designed to simplify life—but when things go wrong, they can become the stuff of nightmares. From doors locking residents out to cameras going rogue, real users have…

Steven Kontra July 6, 2025

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Is My Smart TV Spying on Me? How to Protect Your Privacy

Smart TV Privacy - In today’s connected homes, smart TVs are as common as coffee makers — but have you ever wondered if your smart TV is watching you back?…

Steven Kontra June 19, 2025

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Smart Home Security: Complete 2025 Buyer’s Guide

Why Smart Home Security Matters More Than Ever In a world where convenience meets connectivity, smart home security has become a cornerstone of modern living. With devices growing more intelligent,…

Steven Kontra May 30, 2025

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Is Your Home Spying on You? The Hidden Truth About Hidden Cameras in Smart Homes

Hidden Cameras in Smart Homes - Smart homes offer comfort, efficiency, and peace of mind — but could they also be watching you? Hidden cameras, once the stuff of spy…

Steven Kontra May 17, 2025

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Smart Locks for Keyless Entry: Convenience Meets Security

The days of fumbling for your keys in the dark or worrying about losing them are quickly becoming a thing of the past. Thanks to smart locks, keyless entry is…

Steven Kontra April 13, 2025