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    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.
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    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.
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    Best Bluetooth speakers: Reviews and buying advice
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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.
    By Michael Brown1 day 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.
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    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'Aprile4 days ago
    Alexa’s latest voice trick might be its creepiest
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    Alexa’s latest voice trick might be its creepiest

    Alexa may soon be able to conjure the voices of dead relatives with the help of AI.
    By Ben Patterson5 days ago
    Yeedi Vac Max review: This vacuum-mop combo falls short
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    Yeedi Vac Max review: This vacuum-mop combo falls short

    Obstacle avoidance issues hamper Yeedi's otherwise capable and budget-priced robot vacuum and mop.
    By Michael Ansaldo6 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 Ansaldo6 days ago
    Philips Hue unwraps portable Go table lamp, revamped Tap switch
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    Philips Hue unwraps portable Go table lamp, revamped Tap switch

    There’s a new version of Philips Hue’s Go lamp on the way, along with a redesigned Tap switch and a more elaborate sunrise routine.
    By Ben Patterson1 week ago
    Google Nest Hub Max won’t act as a bridge for Nest x Yale Lock or Nest Detect anymore
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    Google Nest Hub Max won’t act as a bridge for Nest x Yale Lock or Nest Detect anymore

    If you’re using a Google Nest Hub Max to connect your Next x Yale Lock or Nest Detect sensors to the internet, get ready for a big change.
    By Ben Patterson2 weeks 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 Brown2 weeks ago
    How to play music on all your Amazon Echo speakers at once
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    How to play music on all your Amazon Echo speakers at once

    Want to hear tunes booming throughout your house? If you have Amazon Echo devices in multiple rooms, just ask Alexa, although you’ll need to tweak some settings first.
    By Ben Patterson2 weeks ago
    The Sonos Sub Mini: What we know so far
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    The Sonos Sub Mini: What we know so far

    Sonos hasn’t confirmed the Sonos Sub Mini yet, but we’ve gleaned plenty of details thanks to a series of leaks. Here's the latest skinny on what's expected to be a smaller and more affordable Sonos subwoofer.
    By Ben Patterson2 weeks ago
    Yeedi Vac 2 Pro review: This robot vac/mop won't collide with clutter
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    Yeedi Vac 2 Pro review: This robot vac/mop won't collide with clutter

    Yeedi's impressive Vac 2 Pro uses 3D obstacle avoidance to steer clear of trouble.
    By Michael Ansaldo2 weeks ago
    Insteon’s servers have mysteriously turned back on
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    Insteon’s servers have mysteriously turned back on

    No one seems to know who’s behind the restart of Insteon’s servers, and it’s not clear how long the smart-home vendor's service will stay online.
    By Ben Patterson3 weeks ago
    Bluetooth's upcoming killer feature has a new name
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    Bluetooth's upcoming killer feature has a new name

    Meet Auracast, the new moniker for upcoming audio sharing and broadcast features in Bluetooth’s next-gen LE Audio standard.
    By Ben Patterson3 weeks ago
    Google blames Sonos for device activation errors, Sonos claps back
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    Google blames Sonos for device activation errors, Sonos claps back

    A handful of Pixel users can't activate smart devices that haven’t recently connected to Wi-Fi. Google says Sonos is to blame. but Sonos is pushing back at the charge.
    By Ben Patterson3 weeks ago
    Wyze Scale X adds baby, pet, and luggage modes, boosts battery life
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    Wyze Scale X adds baby, pet, and luggage modes, boosts battery life

    Wyze is taking the best features from its compact Scale S and adding them to its new flagship scale.
    By Ben Patterson3 weeks ago
    Best surge protector: Reviews and buying advice
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    Best surge protector: Reviews and buying advice

    Far better than ordinary power strips, these products will protect your expensive electronics from dangerous power spikes. We'll help you pick the right one for your home or small office.
    By Glenn Fleishman3 weeks ago
    Apple tees up a redesigned Home app for iOS 16
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    Apple tees up a redesigned Home app for iOS 16

    Apple’s new Home app brings major changes to the main Home tab, including new navigation options and live camera views.
    By Ben Patterson3 weeks ago
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