Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

Fifty dollars might not sound like much, but on a homestead, that can go a long way. A few smart weekend projects can make chores easier, improve how things look, or even save you money down the line.

Can you? Probably. Should you? Probably not.

The benefits of smart home automation may keep you from ever going back to a "dumb" home again. Controlling the temperature, turning on the lights, locking the doors, and seeing who's at the door — ...