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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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The best music streaming services deliver a complete experience
If you think every service has the same catalog, the same resolution, and the same features, you're in for some big surprises.
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Done waiting for Spotify HiFi? These 5 apps will help you switch
Whether you're tired of waiting for lossless tracks or just want a change of pace, these apps will let you ditch Spotify without losing your precious playlists.
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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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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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Is Venu Sports worth it?
Venu Sports: What's included, who it's for, and whether its existence makes sense.
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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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5 ways you can dodge the Disney+, Hulu price hikes
Another year, another price hike, but there are ways around the coming price increases for Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+.
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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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Our favorite noise-cancelling Bose headphones are $249 for now
You can get the Bose QuietComfort for $100 off at Amazon, but the deal won't last forever.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Venu sports streamer: Pricey? Yes. But it might be worth it
The new, sports-focused Venu streaming bundle from three of the largest entertainment titans won't be cheap, but it could wind up being a killer deal for sports fans.
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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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Peacock's Paris Olympics coverage is more fun to watch than cable
Peacock 2024 Olympics streaming: How it compares to NBC's cable coverage
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Spotify free users get real-time song lyrics back, for now
After putting song lyrics behind a paywall, Spotify says it’s “expanding” lyrics availability for free users.
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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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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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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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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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Ads on Apple TV+: Would Apple pull an Amazon and raise prices?
Rather than roll out a cheaper ad-supported plan, Amazon made Prime Video customers pay more to avoid ads. Would Apple do the same?
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Vac rehab: 5 deep-cleaning hacks for your filthy vacuum cleaner
Poor pick-up, lack of suction, and stale smells are signs that your vacuum cleaner itself needs a clean. Here’s how to bring it back to box-fresh efficiency.
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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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