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Secure your whole home with this half-off Arlo three-cam bundle
This Arlo Essential XL camera bundle is just $200 at Best Buy.
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Q Acoustics debuts a clutter-killing, ceiling-mounted amplifier
Ceiling speakers are nothing new, but the innovative Q Acoustics E300A is an Alexa-powered home audio amplifier that can be mounted overhead along with them.
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Snatch the new panning-and-tilting Ring cam for $60
The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam is only $60 right now at Amazon.
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Hunter Douglas intros solar charger for PowerView smart shades
Solar panel kits eliminate the need to remove battery wands for charging, or to plug in cables to recharge internal batteries for the company’s motorized shades.
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Keep your floors clean with the Roborock Q5 Max+ for only $330
The self-emptying Roborock Q5 Max+ is just $330 at Amazon.
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Amazon's new Alexa might have Claude AI under the hood
With the "remarkable" Alexa said to be sputtering, Amazon will reportedly outsource at least some of the voice assistant's AI smarts, according to a recent report.
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The beautiful Nest Thermostat is only $100 right now
You can get the Google Nest Thermostat for $100 at Amazon
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All your multiview options on streaming services & devices
Which streaming services and devices support multiview? Here's a breakdown.
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The Philips Hue Lightstrip Plus gets a rare discount
Snag the Philips Hue Lightstrip Plus from Best Buy today for just $70, an enticing $30 discount.
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The outgoing but still great Ring Video Doorbell gets a 40% discount
The introduction of the all-new Ring Battery Doorbell has Amazon blowing out inventory of the model it's replacing for just $60.
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Enjoy 4K streaming with this Fire TV Stick deal: A $20 discount!
The Fire TV Stick 4K is $30 at Best Buy
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The Echo Show 5 is a $60 bargain right now
Powered by Alexa, Amazon's five-inch Echo Show smart display is getting a 33% discount.
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Get Google's sweet-sounding Nest Audio speaker for 50% off
The Nest Audio is one of the best-sounding smart speakers around, and it's just $50 at Best Buy.
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Amazon's photo-centric Echo Show will lose its signature feature
For a $10 premium, the Echo Show 8 Photos Edition could act as a true photo frame, but Amazon is nixing the PhotosPlus service that powers the feature.
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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.
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Is Chromecast dead? Not so fast
Chromecast discontinued: What it means for existing devices and Google Cast support.
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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.
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Google TV Streamer: 1-part entertainer, 1-part Matter smart home hub
Google's new $100 set-top box is also a Matter smart home hub and a Thread border router. It replaces the Chromecast with Google TV.
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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.
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5 things to know about Google Home’s Gemini AI baby steps
Google Gemini-powered AI is coming for Google’s Home and Nest products, but the changes won’t be dramatic—for now, at least.
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Keep an eye on your home with this 35%-off Reolink solar-powered camera
The Reolink Argus PT + Solar Panel is only $104 at Amazon.
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Light your yard with these gorgeous Govee string lights, now $50 off
The Govee Outdoor String Lights 2 are just $120 at Amazon today.
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The Echo Pop is only $18 right now and worth every penny
Scoop up the diminutive Echo Pop for more than half-off at Best Buy today.
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Snatch four Kasa smart plugs for a measly $35 today
This bundle of slim-profile smart plugs works with Alexa, Google Home, and Apple HomeKit, and it's 30% off for a limited time.
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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.
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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.
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This powerful Yeedi robovac is a massive 63% off at Amazon
You can get the Yeedi C12 Pro Plus for $219 at Amazon today.
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This 1080p TP-Link camera is a security-boosting bargain at $15
The TP-Link Tapo C100 can detect motion and see in the dark, and it's only $15 at Amazon today.
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Time's running out for Amazon's Echo Dot with Clock
Amazon just discontinued one of our favorite Amazon Echo speakers, but you can still snag the Echo Dot with Clock while supplies last.
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This fantastic Roomba empties itself, and it's almost half-off right now
Complete with a self-emptying base, Roomba j7+ is on sale for $430 at Amazon, a whopping 46% off its list price.
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I upgraded to the new Apple TV 4K just to make dialogue clearer
tvOS 18, now in public beta, includes a new Enhance Dialogue feature. Here's how it works.
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iRobot's new Roomba Combo 10 Max washes its own mop
iRobot’s latest 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop also offers enhanced dirt detection and smart home compatibility.
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Best Philips Hue smart light deals for Prime Day 2024
Philips Hue is extending some of its Prime Day deals for a few more days. Don't snooze on these steep smart bulb discounts.
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Eve Weather’s latest update will Matter to Android users
Thanks to Matter, Eve’s Thread-enabled Weather station will work with Android devices as well as on iPhones and iPads.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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This Roborock vac-mop combo is a crazy 63% off for Prime Day
The Roborock Q7 Max will sweep and mop while expertly navigating around your furniture, and it's getting a massive Prime Day discount.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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How to turn your apartment into a smart home
Being a renter doesn't mean you can't enjoy high-tech comfort and convenience of a smart home. Our guide shows you how without upsetting your landlord.
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Here’s what’s the Matter with your glitchy Philips Hue bulbs
Do your Philips Hue bulbs keep jumping to 100-percent brightness for no apparent reason? Here's the reason—and yes, the new Matter standard is involved.
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Blast from the past: Amazon revives Echo Spot alarm clock
Nearly five years after killing off its Alexa-powered smart alarm clock, Amazon has brought the Echo Spot back from the dead.
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Amazon pulls the plug on Alexa-powered Astro for Business bot
Announced just seven months ago, Astro for Business was positioned as a watch dog for commercial venues, but it’s now been kicked to the curb.
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How robot lawn mowers cut grass without whacking off your toes
Robot mowers don't have walls to define their boundaries. Here are the two most common ways they navigate and avoid obstacles, like your feet.
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