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    Sennheiser Ambeo Plus review: Convincing virtual surround sound
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    Sennheiser Ambeo Plus review: Convincing virtual surround sound

    This soundbar delivers a compelling surround-sound experience from a single speaker enclosure.
    By James Barber 4 hours ago
    The best TV antennas: Tested for real-world signal strength
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    The best TV antennas: 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 the best indoor and outdoor TV antennas.
    By Martyn Williams 3 days ago
    Televes Bexia review: A great amplified indoor TV antenna
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    Televes Bexia review: A great amplified indoor TV antenna

    This antenna is a very good choice if you live in an area with strong local TV signals and you want a rigid model that doesn’t depend on being wall- or window-mounted.
    By Martyn Williams 3 days ago
    Blink Wired Floodlight Cam is now available on Amazon for $100
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    Blink Wired Floodlight Cam is now available on Amazon for $100

    Blink's new smart home device features a 1080p security camera mounted between a pair of floodlights that produce 2,600 lumens of brightness.
    By Michael Brown 4 days ago
    Cord-cutting terms defined: Your video streaming glossary
    Cord-Cutter Confidential

    Cord-cutting terms defined: Your video streaming glossary

    Cord-cutting is full of confusing jargon. Here are clear explanations for all the video streaming terms you need to know.
    By Jared Newman 4 days ago
    Kwikset Home Connect 620 review: A basic lock for Z-Wave users
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    Kwikset Home Connect 620 review: A basic lock for Z-Wave users

    Got Z-Wave? Kwikset’s budget-priced lock includes all that standard’s latest features.
    By Christopher Null 4 days ago
    The best smart locks for a keyless home in 2023
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    The best smart locks for a keyless home in 2023

    Keys are yesterday’s tech, your smart home needs a smart door lock.
    By Christopher Null 4 days ago
    The best smart sprinkler controllers of 2023
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    The best smart sprinkler controllers of 2023

    Whether you’re motivated by water conservation, saving money, a drive to render every aspect of your home smart, or all the above, a smart irrigation controller will scratch that itch.
    By Christopher Null 5 days ago
    Irrigreen Precision Sprinkler System review: Waste not, want not
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    Irrigreen Precision Sprinkler System review: Waste not, want not

    This radical new concept in lawn care puts water precisely where you want it. The downside: you must replace—not retrofit—your existing sprinkler system.
    By Christopher Null 5 days ago
    The best air purifiers: Keep your home safe, comfortable, and odor free
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    The best air purifiers: Keep your home safe, comfortable, and odor free

    The world of air purifiers can be confusing, but the bottom line is that the best units can improve your quality of life.
    By Christopher Null 6 days ago
    Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact review: Cheap and effective
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    Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4 Compact review: Cheap and effective

    The only big surprise you’ll encounter with this small air purifier is its small price tag.
    By Christopher Null 6 days ago
    The best smart switches and dimmers: The foundation of your smart home
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    The best smart switches and dimmers: The foundation of your smart home

    In-wall smart lighting controls deliver convenience, security, luxury, and sophistication.
    By Michael Brown 1 week ago
    Wemo Smart Dimmer with Thread review: For Apple homes only
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    Wemo Smart Dimmer with Thread review: For Apple homes only

    HomeKit support? Check. Thread support? Check. Matter support? Nope. Does that, uh, matter? Maybe not.
    By Christopher Null 1 week ago
    VacTidy Blitz V8 review: This stick vac busts dust, not your budget
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    VacTidy Blitz V8 review: This stick vac busts dust, not your budget

    This low-priced, cordless, lightweight, and nimble house-cleaning helper delivers convenience for a very low price.
    By Michael Ansaldo 1 week ago
    New Apple HomePod release date: What we know so far
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    New Apple HomePod release date: What we know so far

    Could a new version of the full-size Apple HomePod be on the way? Here's what we've heard about a successor to Apple's HomeKit hub.
    By Ben Patterson 2 weeks ago
    HomePod (2nd generation): Apple's second shot at the high end
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    HomePod (2nd generation): Apple's second shot at the high end

    Apple once again asks a premium price for a home audio device.
    By James Barber 2 weeks ago
    Best home security camera: Keep an eye on the home front
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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.
    By Michael Ansaldo 2 weeks ago
    Annke FCD600 review: This dual-lens camera is strictly for pros
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    Annke FCD600 review: This dual-lens camera is strictly for pros

    The camera offers 180-degree coverage with multiple types of motion detection, but its complexity could be frustrating for casual users.
    By Michael Ansaldo 2 weeks ago
    It's time for cord-cutting 2.0: The movement needs a reboot
    Cord-Cutter Confidential

    It's time for cord-cutting 2.0: The movement needs a reboot

    To save money with cord cutting in 2023, you'll need to take a scrappier approach.
    By Jared Newman 2 weeks ago
    Best smart thermostat: Reviews and buying advice
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    Best smart thermostat: Reviews and buying advice

    There are so many smart thermostats to choose from today. We'll help you pick the right one.
    By Jason D'Aprile 2 weeks ago
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