Michael BrownExecutive Editor, TechHive
Michael is TechHive's lead editor and covers the smart home and home entertainment markets. He built his own smart home in 2007, which he uses as a real-world test lab when reviewing new products. Michael also reviews routers and networking products for TechHive and PCWorld.
The Weber Connect Smart Grilling Hub can render your old barbecue high tech
Probes monitor the ambient temperature inside your grill as well as that of the food you’re cooking.
Smart home system builder Abode announces its first stand-alone home security camera
The modular Abode Outdoor/Indoor Smart Camera can also be integrated with any existing Abode security system.
The new gadgets announced at CES also work with Lutron’s Serena smart shades.
Flo Technologies adds a stand-alone water sensor to its lineup at CES
The new Flo by Moen Smart Water Detector unveiled at CES can help prevent catastrophic water damage.
The Orbit B-hyve XR smart sprinkler controller features a 900MHz radio that promises extreme range
Orbit announced the B-hyve XR smart sprinkler controller, powered by a 900MHz radio that greatly extends the controller’s reach.
Charmin—yes, the toilet paper company—is showing smart home devices at CES
What's Charmin doing at CES? Showing bathroom-oriented robots, sensors, and VR concepts.
Phyn expands its water leak-detection system to protect larger homes and commercial properties
Phyn wants to help owners of large homes and small businesses conserve water and protect against water damage.
D-Link to unveil a host of new routers at CES, including four Wi-Fi 6 mesh systems
The networking company will also ship several new range extenders in 2020.
New D-Link home security cameras feature onboard AI
Features like person detection aren’t new, but the cameras D-Link will show at CES next week don’t need to send video to the cloud to do the job.
An Ultra HD Blu-ray player brings you one step closer to bringing the movie theater experience into the home. Our top pick has all the features most people will need, and it's also the least expensive.
Best mesh Wi-Fi routers: Reviews and buying advice
Few elements of your home’s infrastructure have a bigger impact on your tech life. We recommend mesh Wi-Fi routers for most people, and we’ll help you find just the right one for your needs.
Best Bluetooth speakers: Reviews and buying advice
We'll help you find the best wireless speakers for pairing with your smartphone or tablet—whatever your budget, and whatever music floats your boat.
Z-Wave to become an open and multi-source wireless smart home standard in 2020
Reacting to Project Connected Home over IP, Silicon Labs says it will soon allow other semiconductor manufacturers to build Z-Wave chips.
Alexa joins the Mickey Mouse Club with a new version of the Amazon Echo Wall Clock
Unlike Samuel L. Jackson, however, you won’t be able to replace Alexa’s voice with Mickey’s.
Leviton Type A & Type C USB Charger Outlet review: Not smart but handy as a pocket on a shirt
This outlet features built-in USB charging ports and is available in both 15- and 20-amp configurations.