Martyn WilliamsSenior Correspondent, TechHive
Martyn Williams covers technology news in text and video for PC World, Macworld and TechHive and is based in San Francisco. He previously worked for IDG News Service as a correspondent in San Francisco and Tokyo and has reported on technology news from across Asia and Europe.
Maximus Answer DualCam Video Doorbell review: That second camera is for keeping an eye on parcels
This is a good video doorbell, but you’ll need a subscription to get the most value from it.
Best video doorbell: Nest vs. Ring vs. August and all the rest
Video doorbells maintain a continuous watch over the most important part of your property but which one is best? We take a look at the field.
Best TV antennas for cord cutters 2020: Tested for real-world signal strength
Ready to cut the cord? You’ll need a quality antenna to pick up digital broadcasts. Here are our recommendations for best indoor and outdoor TV antennas.
RCA Ultra-Thin Multi-Directional Amplified Indoor Antenna review: Good performance for the price
This inexpensive TV antenna does a good job pulling in strong signals, but you might be happier paying a little more for higher performance.
We like the design and the signal amplifier at the antenna end of the cable, but this is not a top performer.
Mohu Curve 50 TV antenna review: Pretty, but not powerful
This interesting-looking antenna is good for the ‘burbs, but it’s not the best at pulling in broadcast channels.
GE Ultra Pro Signal Finder HD Amplified Antenna review: Cool LEDs, crappy performance
The LEDs are intended to help you find the ultimate antenna placement. And you’ll need ‘em.
Watch people and packages with the Maximus dual-camera doorbell
Your average video doorbell will keep an eye on anyone on your porch, but the Maximus Answer DualCam Video Doorbell will also let you see the packages left on your doorstep.
How to enable HDR in your Ring security camera
Ring is adding an HDR (high dynamic range) feature to its cameras, but it doesn't come switched on by default.
Attention cord cutters: This in-depth guide to HDTV antenna tech will help you find just the right model for tuning in free over-the-air broadcasts.
Ring is adding color night vision to its security cameras
Ring says its adding a color nighttime video option to its smart home security cameras.
How to change the Google Assistant voice
At Google's developer conference this year, the company introduced six new voices for Google Assistant. Here's how to select them.
Arlo puts the brakes on its Arlo Ultra 4K security camera launch after early-adopter complaints
Arlo has pulled its Arlo Ultra from sale in Best Buy and delayed a wider release of the camera after numerous complaints about performance from early adopters.
Google Assistant's interpreter mode is now available
The real-time interpretation function Google previewed at CES is beginning to roll out to Google Assistant.
Arlo Audio Doorbell review: A solid supplement to an Arlo security camera system
Arlo's first doorbell helps plug a gap in its product line, finally providing Arlo users with a connected product for the front door. But the Arlo doorbell is considerably less sophisticated than rival products that have integrated cameras.
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