Michael BrownExecutive Editor, PCWorld
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.
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 smart speakers: Which deliver the best combination of digital assistant and audio performance?
With models based on Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri, and others to come, we’ll help you find just the right model.
Nokia Smart Lighting: Insteon reborn
This new line of Nokia smart dimmers, switches, and outlets is based on one of the oldest DIY smart home platforms on the market.
Sony brings its 360 Reality Audio tech to two new high-end home theater products
Sony will ship a new home theater audio system and a new flagship soundbar, both of which support Sony's 360 Reality Audio format as well as Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
You’ll need a subscription to get all the features, but the long list of them justifies that cost.
Best water leak detectors for smart homes
Fires can be devastating, but water damage is a far more common risk. These smart devices will alert you if your home springs a leak, so you can take action quickly.
Phyn Smart Water Sensor review: This battery-powered sentinel warns of dangerous water leaks
Used alone, it can warn you of leaky pipes, failing appliances, and more. Used in conjunction with the Phyn Plus smart water valve, it will actively protect your home from those threats.
CookingPal Multo review: This beastly smart appliance wants to take over your kitchen
Promising to automate meal prep for novice chefs and people who are too busy to cook, the Multo and its companion tablet handles most of your food prep and cooks everything, too.
Pick up an Eero 6 Wi-Fi mesh system today for 35% off
A mesh network will dispense with any dead spot problems you might have in your home, and this Eero package is based on Wi-Fi 6 technology.
Get the all-new Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus for 25% off on Prime Day
If you’re in the Ring ecosystem—or plan to be—there is no better floodlight/security camera combo, and you can buy one today for 25% off.
Best Prime Day 2021 deals on robot vacuums and air purifiers
Amazon is offering great deals on appliances that help you breathe better.
Best Prime Day 2021 deals on home security cameras and video doorbells
Amazon is offering big discounts on the hardware you need to keep a close eye on your property.
Ring Alarm sets are 40% off ahead of Prime Day
This is a great DIY home security system, and nobody beats Ring on the price of professional monitoring.
Ring Wall Light Solar review: Shine a light where you need it
It’s a great smart light, just don’t install it in the shadow of a roof eave if you expect its solar panel to do its job.
Amazon is offering cord-cutters great deals on premium streaming channels ahead of Prime Day
Prime members can get two months of AMC+, BET+, Discovery+, Epix, and/or Motor Trend for just 99 cents each.