2025 HomeTechHacker Year In Review

In 2025, I went to CES for the first time, we published a new book, and kept on pumping out the content that helps you make the most of your home technology. Read on to see what changes you may have missed, our most popular and favorite articles, and what’s coming in 2026.

Changes at HomeTechHacker in 2025

This year included three very large accomplishments. First, I got to go to CES for the first time. It was a magical experience, and although I won’t be going in 2026, I’ll definitely be going again sometime in the future. It is truly the best conference I have ever attended.

I also released a new book for the first time in three years. Life by Design is a great book for those looking to automate the systems and processes that they would like to spend less time on so they can focus on what’s important to them. The book has been well received and has great reviews. Get it if you haven’t already.

Which leads us to the third accomplishment. I opened my own bookstore so I can sell directly to you! You can buy all my ebooks, audiobooks, and purchase autographed copies directly from me. And these are the best prices on the internet, especially if you buy a bundle! In the process of doing this, my ebooks are now available in many more stores than Amazon now.

Editor’s Note: In case you missed it, you can also check out what we accomplished in 2024.

My five favorite articles of 2025

These are articles that I enjoyed writing or working on during the year for the reasons I describe below:

• Highlights And Thoughts From CES 2025 — I enjoyed writing this article because I really enjoyed going to CES. It has long been on my bucket list. I got to see incredible tech, meet some famous people that I’ve followed for years, and see an incredible keynote and performance inside the Sphere!
• Fit by Design: How AI and Tech Fueled My Year of Health and Fitness Transformation — In my personal life, I decided to take control of my health and fitness in 2025. The results, largely fueled by tech, have left me as healthy and as fit as I have ever been in my life. No one can give you fitness; you have to earn it yourself, and this article chronicles that journey.
• Getting Started with WLED: The Easiest Way to Create Stunning LED Displays — I first started using WLED years ago, and although it wasn’t extremely difficult then, it’s even easier now. This article shows you how to create great LED displays easily and inexpensively.
• Monarch Money Review: Budgeting the Smart Way — Very high up there in my personal priorities, right below health and fitness, is financial fitness. Monarch Money helps me manage my finances in great detail and has been worth every penny. The insights I’ve learned from it have saved me way more money than it costs me. I use it every day!
• How I Use AI in Everyday Life to Work Smarter and Live Better — AI, and articles about AI, are everywhere these days. But I like to focus on practicality and how to use tools to better my life. This article goes through exactly how I use AI to do that, and I’ll expand on that in 2026!

The five most popular articles of 2025

• Getting Started with WLED: The Easiest Way to Create Stunning LED Displays — One of my favorite articles of the year is also one of the most popular. Be sure to also check out my WLED Hardware Guide if you want to get into WLED and dazzling LED displays.
• Monarch Money Review: Budgeting the Smart Way — Apparently, financial fitness is an important topic for my audience as well. And, many of you have reached out to me about this tool. I know many of you are using it!
• Pebblebee Trackers: Rechargeable Convenience for Android Users — These tiny trackers are great for Android users. If you need a tracker, be sure to check out this article.
• Tech Resolutions for 2025: Secure, Simplify, and Smarten Your Life — I’m glad this was one of the more popular articles. A lot of my content in 2025, including my Life by Design book, was focused on using technology to simplify and secure your life!
• A Sneak Peek Into Life by Design: How Automation Can Help You Take Back Your Time — Speaking of my new book, many of you were interested in it. If you want a deeper look into the book before purchasing, this is the article for you!

Final thoughts and a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2026

Every year, I plan to make positive improvements to my sites, tools, and services to help you. I have plenty of plans for 2026. Here are some highlights:

• I plan to publish another book in 2026! I’ve done research and developed outlines and have gotten a start on writing it as you read this article! Can you guess the topic?
• I plan to update the HomeTechHacker Advisor to add new advisors and update the recommendations. I also plan to update the HomeTechHacker shop recommendations.
• I plan to continue writing about health and fitness tech in addition to smart home tech, AI, cybersecurity, and home networks.
• I also have a very large, life-changing plan coming. Stay tuned, I’ll share more about it in 2026!

What would you like to see from HomeTechHacker in 2026? Let me know in the comments or contact me via email or X (Twitter).

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