Ben PattersonSenior Writer, TechHive
Ben has been writing about technology and consumer electronics for more than 20 years. A PCWorld contributor since 2014, Ben joined TechHive in 2019, where he covers smart speakers, soundbars, and other smart and home-theater devices.
Amazon Dash buttons are going away for good, but there are alternatives
Physical Dash buttons are on the way out, but there are alternatives for quickly reordering items from Amazon, from “virtual” Dash buttons to the Dash Wand.
Nanoleaf’s Canvas smart light squares are poised to take charge of all your HomeKit devices
An update to the Nanoleaf app for iOS will add Touch Actions, a feature that lets you tap specific Canvas light squares on your wall to control your various HomeKit devices.
You just bought a new Amazon Echo device? Do these 6 things first
Get the scoop on how to train Alexa to recognize your voice, prevent unauthorized purchases from Amazon, tell it where you live and work, and more.
Samsung’s post-Prime Day TV and soundbar deals include its gorgeous 8K QLED TV
Think 4K video looks amazing? Wait until you feast your eyes on Samsung’s 8K QLED TV, which is getting an impressive discount in the wake of Amazon Prime Day.
Amazon’s Echo Connect lets you make landline calls with your Echo devices, and it’s just $20 today
Making iPhone and Android phone calls with Alexa is a snap once you fiddle with the right settings, but did you know the Alexa/Echo combo works with landlines, too? All you need is an Echo Connect.
Scout’s $99 video doorbell promises to detect people rather than cars
The makers of a new, bargain-priced smart doorbell claims it's found a better way of detecting people on your doorstep, as opposed to cars or critters.
This cutting-edge 65-inch OLED 4K TV from LG just got a $1,300 discount
Not to be outdone during Amazon’s Prime Day event, Newegg just teed up a steep discount on one of LG’s newest OLED 4K TVs.
Keep an eye on your valuables with all-time-low prices on Tile Bluetooth trackers
If your keys, wallet, or laptop (ugh!) have an evil tendency to disappear just when you need them, these diminutive Bluetooth trackers can help you pin down their hiding place.
The first soundbar to support DTS Virtual:X sound is $95 off for Amazon Prime Day
Feast your ears on the Yamaha YAS-207BL, a top-notch soundbar with a wireless subwoofer, Bluetooth, and best of all, support for DTS’s answer to Dolby Atmos.
Vizio’s discounted Dolby Atmos soundbar turns your living room into a sonic showcase
There’s no easier way to add object-based 3D sound to your living room than with a Dolby Atmos-enabled soundbar, and this 3.1.2 model from Vizio is selling for a $200 discount.
Amazon Prime Day TV deals kick off with LG 4K OLED sets, Sony 4K TVs
Whether you’ve been eyeing your first 4K TV or thinking of trading up for a newer model, this year’s crop of Prime Day television deals is shaping up to be an enticing one.
iRobot Roomba robot vacuums get steep discounts on Amazon Prime Day
It’s never been cheaper to bust dust with this trio of iRobot Roomba robot vacuums, each of which are selling for all-time lows during Amazon Prime Day.
Kangaroo’s new sensor is an enticing entry-level choice given its no-tools, no-hub setupd and $30 price tag. But sensors on their own can't provide a complete picture of what’s happening in your home.
LifeShield announces a $199 video doorbell with two-way audio and people detection
Owners of the LifeShield home security system can now add an HD video camera with two-way audio and people-detection technology to their security setups.
Why your next smart bulb might have Bluetooth inside
While the Zigbee wireless standard has traditionally ruled the roost when it comes to wireless smart bulb protocols, Bluetooth appears to be gaining momentum.