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 ...

Make your Christmas tree sparkle (and show off your favorite ornaments) with these tree-lighting tips and tricks. Fact checked by Elizabeth Berry Adding lights to your Christmas tree doesn't have to ...

Just in time for the holidays, new Philips Hue Festavia string lights offer a smart decoration experience thanks to the companion app. Philips Hue Festavia includes 250 mini smart LEDs attached to a ...

It's almost time to celebrate the holiday season, which encompasses everything from Christmas to Hanukkah to Kwanzaa. It also includes Thanksgiving if you're located in the United States. Regardless, ...

Reliably bright lighting can turn your home into a winter wonderland that will shine all season long. The best outdoor Christmas lights are up to the task: You’ll want ones with with weatherproof ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? If chopping down a real Christmas tree is on your December bucket list this year, ...

We all want our outdoor space — whether it’s an adorable city balcony or a sprawling suburban yard — to feel cozy, warm and inviting, like an extension of our home. Aside from adding some fresh ...

While the twinkling lights on your house and the charming Christmas village on your fireplace mantel are essential parts of your holiday decor, the real star of the season is—and always will be—the ...