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SwitchBot K10+ Pro review: Compact cleaning for small spaces
A powerful little robot vacuum that works great in tight areas but falls short with mop-able messes.
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Proscenic P11 Lite review: A capable and affordable cordless vac
With solid suction and a versatile design, this budget-priced vacuum delivers value for small spaces and quick cleanups.
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Aosu Video Doorbell Ultra review: Budget-priced porch security
This versatile smart doorbell camera delivers plenty of flexibility for a low price—and without the need to pay for a cloud storage plan.
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Sunseeker Orion X7 review: Great robot lawn mower, subpar app
If you can tolerate the learning curve, this is a fantastic robot lawn mower, especially if you prefer to cut your grass at night.
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Rolli Shades review: These motorized smart shades have evolved—for the better
We revisit a start-up’s smart window coverings, one year later.
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Tineco iFloor 5 Series review: A Dyson WashG1 alternative
The affordable Tineco iFloor 5 mops and vacuums at the same time for fast cleaning, making it a budget-friendly alternative to Dyson's WashG1.
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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?
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Proscenic Q8 Max review: Small size, big trade-offs
This budget-priced robot vacuum’s compact base station is a win, but cleaning efficiency may fall short.
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Dyson WashG1 vs Dyson V15s Detect Submarine: Which should you buy?
Dyson now has two cleaners that can mop hard floors. But which one is right for you? We break down their features, accessories, pros and cons.
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Aqara Presence Sensor FP1E review: Is there anybody in there?
Thanks to mmWave technology, Aqara’s FP1E sensor can detect a human presence even if they’re absolutely still.
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Dyson V15s Detect Submarine review: One vacuum is all you need
The V15s Detect Submarine adds a wet roller head to the V15 Detect to create a wet and dry vacuum you can use on any floor type.
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Proscenic F10 Pro review: Cleaning smarter, not harder
From solid debris to liquid spills, this wet/dry vacuum tackles two odious chores at once.
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SwitchBot Universal Remote review: Universal in name only
This new remote control leans on one of SwitchBot’s two smart home hubs to do the heavy lifting, and you’ll need an Apple Home device for Matter support.
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Dyson WashG1 review: Just wash and go
The WashG1 means you can say goodbye to separate hard floor vacuuming and mopping, but convenience doesn't come cheap. Is it worth it?
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Halo Capsule X review: This cordless stick is absolutely X-cellent
The follow-up to the Halo Capsule bagged cordless vacuum retains the original's unusual build but adds more power and features.
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Roborock Qrevo S review: Advanced features, affordable price
With intelligent navigation and self-maintenance features, the Qrevo S offers an enticing entry point into Roborock's line of advanced 2-in-1 robot floor cleaners.
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Miele Duoflex HX1 review: This quality stick vac comes at a price
This mid-priced cordless stick vacuum has a high-quality build and an armful of cleaning attachments, but is that enough reason to buy?
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Ikea Dirigera review: A smooth smart home onramp for newbies
Ikea's smart home hub is both inexpensive and easy to use, which is not to say it doesn't have limitations.
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Ecovacs Deebot T30S Combo review: Comprehensive cleaning
With a robot vacuum and mop and a secondary handheld vacuum, this all-in-one system has your floors covered.
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Aqara Smart Lock U200 review: A retrofit lock with rough edges
While it has plenty of compelling features, Aqara’s latest retorfit smart lock is a few firmware updates short of being ready for for prime time.
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Roborock Qrevo Master review: A powerful cleaning companion
The autonomous 2-in-1 robot cleaner restores the luster to all types of floors.
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Aqara Hub M3 review: Zigbee, Matter and Thread, still no Z-Wave
The Zigbee pioneer further expands its smart home horizons to embrace nearly all the latest smart home platforms, but we see some growing pains, too.
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Govee Outdoor Wall Light review: A smart sconce that dazzles
Turn those old exterior wall lights into something more modern and colorful.
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SwitchBot S10 review: Hands-free floor cleaning, with caveats
With an autonomous water supply and a 4-liter dustbag, this robot vacuum and mop combo will work for months without help, but it's not for everyone.
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Tineco Floor One Switch S7 review: A complete floor cleaning system
This unique double-duty floor cleaner is actually two separate products that share a switchable motor.
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Sensi Touch 2 smart thermostat review: Stylish climate control
It’s simple, practical, and pretty, but can it beat the best from Ecobee and Nest? Or is it enough to just be a more affordable alternative?
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Shark Matrix Plus review: A versatile, mid-priced 2-in-1 cleaner
Shark's self-emptying robot vacuum and mop excels on multiple floor types.
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Govee Outdoor Triad Flood Light review: Quirky 3-way lighting
This positionable floodlight offers more power than you might know what to do with.
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Woosh Air Smart Air Filter review: It knows when to scrub your air
A bundled indoor air quality monitor informs your smart thermostat when it should trigger your HVAC system to circulate and clean the air in your home.
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Govee Outdoor String Lights 2 review: Smart string lights for less
These smart string lights won’t break the bank, but they won’t exactly dazzle the eyes either.
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Torras Coolify Cyber Neck Air Conditioner review: Just chillin'
Cool down or warm up quickly with this wireless, wearable neck fan.
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Mowrator S1 4WD review: Like cutting your grass with an RC car
Unlike a fully autonomous robot lawn mower, you control this super-maneuverable 120-pound steel beast with the joysticks on a wireless remote control.
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Degrii Smart Thermostat review: Unexpected features, and flaws
You’ll find some high-end features in this very low-priced smart thermostat, but buyers should carefully consider its shortcomings, too.
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Tineco Floor One S7 Pro review: This mopping vacuum is tops
This cordless wet-dry cleaner is so good, you might actually start looking forward to mopping jobs.
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Kidde Detect 10 Year Smoke + Carbon Monoxide Alarm review
It lacks smart home connectivity, but this smoke and CO detector offers every other safety feature you could ask for, and it interconnects to other detectors.
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Moprobo OneGo Turbo review: Pizza, anyone?
This unconventional vacuum-free floor cleaner can scoop up dust, leaves. scraps of paper, and even entire slices of pizza.
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Airrobo T20+ review: Don't let its small size fool you
This self-emptying 2-in-1 robot takes up little space but packs big cleaning power.
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Yeedi C12 Pro Plus review: Great cleaner, but also a sock eater
The Yeedi C12 Pro Plus can vacuum, mop, and take on all that pet fluff flying around, but it also has obstacle avoidance issues.
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Ambient Weather WS-1965 review: Budget home weather tracking
If your home weather station budget is capped at $140, this is the one to buy.
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Dreame H14 cordless vacuum review: Easy wet and dry cleaning
From dust bunnies to sticky spills, Dreametech's new wet and dry vacuum has your floors covered.
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Ultenic T10 Pro review: A mid-priced vacuum loaded with extras
The surprisingly affordable Ultenic T10 Pro comes with plenty of bells and whistles, including wet mopping and a self-emptying dust bin.
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SwitchBot Lock Pro review: A plus-sized retrofit smart lock
Putting aside this retrofit lock’s tremendous physical size, it’s sufficiently worthwhile to earn our cautious recommendation.
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myQ Smart Indoor Camera review: No longer limited to garages
This inexpensive indoor camera needs some updates to make for a more compelling surveillance option.
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Roku Voice Remote Pro (2nd edition) review: A solid upgrade
Roku's latest premium remote is sensible upgrade for cheaper streaming players and smart TVs.
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Dreame X40 Ultra review: Advanced tech for effortless cleaning
Dreame's new flagship robot vacuum and mop brings key improvements, from an extending side brush to advanced dirt detection.
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Commercial Electric Smart Thermostat review: Hubspace climate control
Home Depot’s Hubspace smart home ecosystem now includes a budget-priced, no-frills smart thermostat.
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Proscenic P13 review: Effortless cordless cleaning
With its slim design, powerful suction, and multi-surface capabilities, the P13 delivers efficiency and convenience.
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Philips 4000-series smart deadbolt review: Bluetooth with options
The 4000 series starts with Bluetooth, but you can upgrade to Wi-Fi with an add-on module, or buy a different configuration with a Z-Wave radio instead.
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Govee Floor Lamp 2 review: Lighting up the room for less
A more affordable version of Govee’s flagship smart lamp, the Floor Lamp 2 can still put on a show, and it works with Matter, too.
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