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    Philips Hue reportedly delays its Matter update
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    Philips Hue reportedly delays its Matter update

    The smart lighting brand said it wants to take "a little more time" before releasing its Matter update, which was originally due in the first quarter of 2023.
    By Ben Patterson 10 hours ago
    Blueair’s latest air purifiers promise to scrub the air more quickly
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    Blueair’s latest air purifiers promise to scrub the air more quickly

    The new Blue Pure Max purifiers are faster and quieter than their predecessors, Blueair says.
    By Ben Patterson 11 hours ago
    Best smart speakers and displays: We pick the brightest and best-sounding models
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    Best smart speakers and displays: We pick the brightest and best-sounding models

    Whether you prefer Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri, we’ll help you find just the right model.
    By Michael Brown 14 hours ago
    Sonos Era 100 review: The best compact smart speaker to date
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    Sonos Era 100 review: The best compact smart speaker to date

    By Jonathan Takiff 14 hours ago
    Sonos Era 300 review: A game-changing spatial-audio speaker
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    Sonos Era 300 review: A game-changing spatial-audio speaker

    Don’t care about spatial audio? The Sonos Era 300 is a powerhouse singly, in a stereo pair, or as the surround speakers operating with a Sonos soundbar.
    By Jonathan Takiff 14 hours ago
    Withings Body Scan review: An early warning system for health
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    Withings Body Scan review: An early warning system for health

    The Body Scan offers a huge amount of data, including segmental body analysis and heart health readings. It also comes with a hefty price tag.
    By Emma Rowley 4 days ago
    Inse Y10 Pool Vacuum Robot review: The little robot that couldn’t
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    Inse Y10 Pool Vacuum Robot review: The little robot that couldn’t

    This pool cleaner is decidedly cheap, but it simply doesn’t do the job.
    By Christopher Null 4 days ago
    The BenchSentry Delivery Box hides and protects your packages
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    The BenchSentry Delivery Box hides and protects your packages

    The 7-cubic-foot storage chest keeps packages out of sight and can be upgraded with a Wi-Fi-connected smart lock and keypad.
    By Michael Brown 5 days ago
    Fed up with live TV streaming service price hikes? Try this instead
    Cord-Cutter Confidential

    Fed up with live TV streaming service price hikes? Try this instead

    If YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and other services are getting too expensive, consider these strategies to reach your cord-cutting objective of saving money.
    By Jared Newman 5 days ago
    Nanoleaf’s first Matter-compatible bulbs available for pre-order
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    Nanoleaf’s first Matter-compatible bulbs available for pre-order

    Nanoleaf's Matter-ready A19 bulb and light strip will ship in April, but you can place an order now.
    By Ben Patterson 6 days ago
    Best robot vacuums: We name the most effective cleaners
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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.
    By Michael Ansaldo 6 days ago
    iLife T10s review: Set-and-forget vacuuming and mopping
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    iLife T10s review: Set-and-forget vacuuming and mopping

    The T10s's companion app lets you customize everything from when to clean to how much suction to use.
    By Michael Ansaldo 6 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 6 days ago
    Wyze’s Lock Bolt can now be unlocked from anywhere
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    Wyze’s Lock Bolt can now be unlocked from anywhere

    Wyze’s smart deadbolt just gained the ability to use the Wyze Video Doorbell Pro as a Wi-Fi bridge, meaning you can now unlock your door remotely.
    By Ben Patterson 6 days ago
    Best live TV streaming service: YouTube TV vs Sling TV vs Hulu + Live TV and the rest
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    Best live TV streaming service: YouTube TV vs Sling TV vs Hulu + Live TV and the rest

    Is Sling TV better than Hulu, or should cord-cutters subscribe to YouTube TV? Or FuboTV? We compare all the ways to watch TV online.
    By Jared Newman 7 days ago
    Frndly TV review: Strong value, middling features
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    Frndly TV review: Strong value, middling features

    Frndly TV offers lots of cable channels for cheap, but the service could use more polish.
    By Jared Newman 7 days ago
    Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) review: Better, but far from the best
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    Apple HomePod (2nd Gen) review: Better, but far from the best

    The new HomePod supports Matter, the standard that promises to get rid of walled gardens, but this smart speaker won’t let you entirely escape Apple’s.
    By Michael Brown 7 days ago
    A HomePod with a screen? Your wait just got longer
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    A HomePod with a screen? Your wait just got longer

    Apple still has plans for a HomePod smart display, but it probably won't arrive this year, according to the latest buzz.
    By Ben Patterson 1 week ago
    Best TVs: Top picks and plain-language explanations of specs and features
    Best Picks

    Best TVs: Top picks and plain-language explanations of specs and features

    There are plenty of great smart TVs. Our guide cuts through the alphabet soup to tell you everything you need to know to buy the one that's right for you.
    By Jon Jacobi 1 week ago
    Samsung prices its 2023 QD OLEDs (Finally, mostly...)
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    Samsung prices its 2023 QD OLEDs (Finally, mostly…)

    On the heels of its LCD pricing announcements, Samsung has finally revealed what five out of its six 2023 QD OLEDs will set you back
    By Jon Jacobi 1 week ago
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