Articles by Michael Brown
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) review: Revolution extended
But is a new design, a couple of new features, and subtle improvements enough for Nest to reclaim its position as lead dog in the smart thermostat pack?
Ring's cheapest battery-powered video doorbell gains features
The all-new $100 Ring Battery Doorbell now boasts color night vision and easier charging, but there's another new feature that's even more exciting.
Samsung SmartThings Family Care aims to help with elder care
Launched as a smart home platform, SmartThings is now expanding to help families care for parents and grandparents aging in place.
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen): Can it take back the crown?
It’s taken 9 years for Google to ship a new flagship smart thermostat. Here's the new Matter-certified device it hopes will beat market-leader Ecobee's best.
Our favorite way to thwart porch pirates just got even better
Loxx Boxx, our pick for the best secure delivery box, now makes it way easier to track and protect incoming packages.
Move over Lutron, Leviton wants some of that low-voltage cash
If your home has high-end low-voltage lighting, or you’re just not happy with how your dimmers work with your LED bulbs, here’s another solution to consider.
Indoor/outdoor Blink Mini 2 security cam is just $20 for Prime Day
Extremely versatile and already budget-priced at its MSRP, you can grab one of these great cameras for half-off today.
Eufy’s latest floodlight cam discounted to just $150 for Prime Day
The Eufy Floodlight Camera E340 scored TechHive’s Editors’ Choice award thanks to its bright LED panels and dual pan/tilt cameras. Grab one for 32% off!
Aiper’s budget robotic pool cleaner is 37% off on Prime Day
The Aiper Seagull SE is our favorite budget-priced robotic pool cleaner, and its price tag is even lower right now.
Lutron's new Diva smart dimmer is ideal for low-voltage lighting
The lighting control manufacturer has also unveiled 6 news color choices for its Pico Paddle Remote Controls.
SimpliSafe home security bundles 50% off for Prime Day 2024
One of our favorite DIY home security systems is half off for Prime Day, ranging from a basic starter kit to bundles that include indoor and outdoor security cameras.
SmartThings and Airzone transform A/C units into smart appliances
Airzone Control’s Aidoo line of HVAC controllers bring the leading brands of inverter air conditioners—including mini splits—into the Samsung SmartThings ecosystem.
Blink security cameras gain new playback feature: Blink Moments
Subscribers who own more than one Blink home security camera will soon get recordings with multiple perspectives of what's happening around their property.
Kidde says its new smoke detectors respond 25% faster than competitors
The new Kidde Detect product line consists of battery-powered and hardwired smoke and smoke plus carbon monoxide detectors.
Jasco's Eternity Lights can be installed just once for all seasons
With these outdoor LED string lights in your home’s eaves, you’ll have smart decorative lighting for every holiday season—and for entertaining rear round.
Flo Smart Water Monitor & Shutoff review: To protect and to save
Moen’s second-generation smart water valve protects your home from water damage and tracks your home's water consumption, so you can use less of it.
The new Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam can surveil an entire room
Ring’s latest indoor security cam features a better pan/tilt motor than the base it sells as an add-on for its Ring Stick Up Cam, but you can't use it outdoors.
Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Wi-Fi review: Pretty, but problematic
This smart lock has a bevy of great features, including a fingerprint sensor, but its numeric keypad is very hard to see in direct sunlight.