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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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HomePod (2nd generation): Apple's second shot at the high end
Apple once again asks a premium price for a home audio device.
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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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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.
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.
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