Our daily lives are now invaded by connected objects, smart appliances and other gadgets of varying degrees of usefulness.

There are several smart home gadgets that can make your home life easier and safer. However, here are 14 you may have never known existed.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart devices are an effective way to enhance any home's outdoor spaces, but when you're looking indoors, there are several you can use ...

From basics like light bulbs and plug sockets to upmarket items like robot vacuum cleaners, smart home essentials don't have to cost the earth.