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Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium review: The best just got better
There are no radical changes here—there didn’t need to be—but Ecobee’s sixth-generation smart thermostat is the best on the market.
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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.
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New Ecobee thermostat with air quality monitor and onboard Siri leaks online
The leaked Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium appears to have a new design and a built-in air quality monitor, as well as Alexa and Siri.
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TP-Link launches its Tapo smart home brand in the U.S.
The new-to-the-U.S. brand includes four security cameras and a color LED light strip.
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The best smart locks for a keyless home
Keys are yesterday’s tech, your smart home needs a smart door lock.
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Wyze Lock Bolt review: This no-frills Bluetooth smart lock is hard to beat
If you can do without Wi-Fi connectivity, Wyze Labs has a great low-priced smart deadbolt.
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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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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 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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