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The best home weather stations
Home weather stations are getting more accurate and sophisticated all the time. Follow our buyer's guide to find your own personal meteorologist.
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KestrelMet 6000 Weather Station review
This high-performance weather station is expensive, but you get precision, lots of features, and high performance for the extra cash.
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Tested: An effective pool-cleaning robot
This funny-looking pool robot does solid cleaning jobs, including on large pools.
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Abode Systems announces a low-cost DIY home security system
Stripping out smart home features such as Zigbee, Z-Wave, and HomeKit certification results in a simpler, less-expensive hub focused exclusively on security.
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We name all the best smart home systems
Your home is only as smart as the hub that orchestrates everything behind the scenes. We help you choose the right system for your home-automation needs.
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Netflix's password sharing "crackdown" is more of a fishing expedition
Netflix rolls out new rules against password sharing, but cracks in the paywall remain.
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Apple iOS 17 might turn your iPhone into a smart display
The next version of iOS could make your iPhone act like a smart display when it's locked and positioned horizontally, according to a report.
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Netflix just made it a lot easier to sort your My List titles
Netflix is adding a big improvement to its mobile app: a new sorting option for "My List". Here's how it works.
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Cord-cutters can watch the NBA Playoffs without cable
You will likely need a streaming subscription to watch the NBA postseason online. We've listed all your options and include links to get you started.
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Best video doorbells: Nest vs Ring vs Arlo and the rest
Video doorbells maintain a continuous watch over the most important part of your property, but which one is best? We take a look at the field.
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EZVIZ H8 Pro 3K: Pan/tilt security, no blind spots
This pan-and-tilt camera provides a comprehensive view of broad spaces without sacrificing image quality.
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These are the best home security cameras
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 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's first Matter product is a 6.5-foot color light strip
Govee is delivering on its Matter promises with a multicolor light strip that works with Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and Samsung SmartThings.
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The best robot vacuums
Vacuuming is one of the most hated household chores. Here are your best choices for outsourcing it to some automated help.
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DreameBot D10s Plus review: Obstacle avoidance is its X factor
This auto-emptying mopping robot vacuum also has a larger-than-average dustbin.
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Thermacell LIV: Fabulously effective mosquito repellent
If your yard is plagued by mosquitoes, the pricey Thermacell LIV mosquito-repellent system will render it habitable in less than 15 minutes.
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Wyze's Cam Plus plan gets a price hike next month
Prepare to pay more for Wyze’s paid subscription plan starting in June, unless you switch to an annual plan.
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Live TV streaming services are blowing it on basic DVR
Cable alternatives such as YouTube TV make it hard to distinguish between DVR recordings and ad-supported video.
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