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LG unwraps the ultra-compact Éclair soundbar with Dolby Atmos and upfiring drivers
Also, LG’s high-end 2021 soundbars will support Alexa, Google Assistant, and AirPlay 2.

LG delivers next-gen OLED, mini-LED backlighting, WebOS 6.0, and a new Magic Remote for 2021
LG has improved its OLED pixel elements, redesigned its Magic Remote, and added Mini-LED backlighting to its LED/LCD TVs. Version 6.0 of WebOS is also on board.

Roborock’s S7 robot vacuum aims to be the only cleaning robot you’ll need
This hybrid cleaner will scrub your hard-surface floors after it vacuums them.

Lutron adds its first outdoor smart home device to its Caséta product line
The Caséta Outdoor Smart Plug lets you control and automate landscape lighting and other outdoor gadgets.

Chamberlain’s myQ Pet Portal is an automated doggie door and a lot more
To be more accurate, it’s an entire exterior door with motorized doors integrated into its lower panel.

Cleer bows the Crescent smart speaker and Enduro ANC noise-cancelling headphones
Both products seem to uphold Cleer's commitment to high-quality portable audio.

Toto’s new smart toilets are less likely to invoke sticker shock
The Japanese manufacturer has been (ahem) a fixture at CES, displaying ultra-high-end bathroom products. This year, its tech trickles down to more affordable models.

Roku rescues Quibi’s entertainment content
Quibi’s business model turned into a joke, but there was nothing wrong with much of its content.

This 3 pack of TP-Link Kasa smart switches is under $30
Amazon is selling a three-pack of TP-Link Kasa smart switches for $29.59, far less than the previous all-time low price.

See who's there with the Ring Video Doorbell 3 for $60 off
B&H Photo Video is selling the Ring Video Doorbell 3 for $60 off the MSRP.

Roku has developed a soundbar reference design specifically for Roku TVs
The company is also trumpeting its number one position in smart TV operating systems, as determined by the market-research firm NPD Group.

Kohler expands its smart home line with the decadent Infinity Experience soaking tub
The plumbing fixture company also demonstrated new touchless faucets and toilets during a virtual smart home tour.

Kohler CES 2021 Smart Home Tour
Kohler takes us on a virtual tour of smart home kitchen and bath products, including the decadent Infinity Experience soaking tub.

Konka expands from budget-priced smart TVs to basic smart home products
The new line will include a video doorbell, a home security camera, and smart lighting devices.

While competitors move to mini LED tech, Sony sticks with its current backlighting and color while focusing on image processing and sound.

JBL’s Bar 5.0 MultiBeam soundbar delivers virtual Dolby Atmos on a budget
This affordable soundbar comes with an all-on-one design as well as AirPlay 2, Chromecast, and Alexa multi-room audio support.