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In this step-by-step tutorial, you'll learn how to make a very loud, simple, and powerful alarm using everyday materials.

To arm the system, all you need to do is turn on your automation under the Settings > Automations and scenes menu via the “Automations” tab. To disable it, just turn it off. To stop the alarm once ...

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As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

A new Nest Doorbell and Nest Cams are joining the Google Home lineup, along with a major upgrade with generative AI.

SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) -Amazon on Tuesday unveiled a refreshed lineup of devices optimized for home security and its new ...

Here's a list of all devices that will support the Google update: Some of the updates coming to Google Home will require a subscription, much like the current Nest Aware subscription. In fact, the ...

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Ashlyn is one of Forbes Home's in-house writers and a former civil engineer-turned content writer with over six years experience. Until recently, Ashlyn focused on creating content for Forbes Home as ...

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