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Best smart lighting for your connected home
Today’s smart lighting is brighter and easier to control than ever, but choosing the right solution for your environment remains a challenge.
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Govee Glide Hexa Light Panels review: These panels are smart, but Nanoleaf’s are smarter
Govee’s light panels cut a lot of corners compared to Nanoleaf’s panels, but they’re not much cheaper.
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Goldring's Eroica HX moving-coil turntable cartridge works with a moving-magnet input
The British manufacturer says its new cartridge can deliver higher vinyl audio performance without requiring listeners to upgrade all the rest of their gear.
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Hey Sonos: 7 things to know about the new Sonos voice assistant
Who will be voicing Sonos’s new voice assistant, what commands will it understand, and what music services will it work with? We’ve got answers to those questions and more.
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The Google Nest Hub Max is making it easier to skip saying “Hey Google”
Soon you’ll be able to start speaking to Google Assistant just by looking at the Nest Hub Max’s screen, or by saying a specific “quick phrase.”
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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.
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Here’s who qualifies for free high-speed internet service
The Biden administration estimates 48 million households will benefit from the new government subsidies.
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Vivint Smart Home retools its security cam lineup, including its best-in-class doorbell
The home security service provider announced new indoor and outdoor cameras, a new video doorbell, and an add-on smart spotlight.
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Google’s 2021 Nest Cameras, Doorbell now work with Amazon Alexa devices
With new Google Nest skill, you can view livestreams on Echo Show, Fire Tablet, and Fire TV.
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Best home security camera: Keep an eye on the home front
A boom in wireless security cameras is inspiring a movement in DIY home surveillance. Follow our buying guide and read our reviews to find the best option for you.
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Hey, Sonos: What makes the speaker company’s new voice assistant different?
Report: Sonos Voice will arrive June 1 as part of a software update, serving as an alternative to Alexa and Hey, Google.
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The best bias lighting for TVs and monitors: Boost contrast and ease eyestrain
Read on for reviews of some of the best bias lighting kits we’ve tested, along with what to look for in bias lighting for a TV.
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Best smart speakers: We pick the smartest and best-sounding speakers
With models based on Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, we’ll help you find just the right model.
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The Marshall Willen is the smallest Bluetooth speaker to carry the iconic brand
Zound Industries is also bringing out a second-generation Emberton speaker.
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The Ford F-150 Lightning can be used as a backup generator with this $3,895 system
With this option, even the base-model pickup can power your home during outages.
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Wyze Room Sensors will extend the reach and precision of the Wyze Thermostat
The Bluetooth sensor costs $24.99 and monitors temperature, humidity, and room occupancy.
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Best robot vacuums: We name the most effective cleaners
Vacuuming is one of the most hated household chores. Here are your best choices for outsourcing it to some automated help.
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Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra review: The most sophisticated floor cleaner to date
This robot vacuum and mop cleans itself as well as your floors.
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Leviton's new Decora smart switches don't need a neutral wire, a boon for older homes
Also new to the company's Decora Smart Wi-Fi line: A second-gen motion-sensing dimmer and tamper-resistant outlet.
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