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Hisense boasts high dimming zone counts and brightness in its 2024 TVs
Hisense's 2024 UX-series TVs deliver staggering specs in the larger-size models, and better tech has trickled down to its less-expensive U-series.
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Current Backyard aims to electrify outdoor grilling in 2024
Pitmasters no longer need to choose between gas, charcoal, or pellets. Current’s new grill and griddle run on electricity and connect over Wi-Fi.
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Samsung SmartThings gets a Map View, QR codes, and a TV-centered UI
The grand promise is to deliver a lifestyle where “entertainment and home efficiency easily coexist.”
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Bemis Bio Bidet BB-1200 bidet toilet seat features app control
Worried about dropping your phone when you go? It comes with a wireless remote, too.
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Seergrills announces AI-powered Perfecta grill at CES
The Perfecta grill promises to reduce cooking times by 90 percent and is available for preorder now.
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TCL touts "High-zone" mini-LED TVs and new processors in 2024
Mini-LED backlights with up to 20,000 dimming zones is TCL's big talking point, but smart processing trickling down to its mid-range TVs is welcome news, too.
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You can unlock the Lockly Visage smart lock with your face
Facial recognition tech adds a hands-free means of opening your door, while a new hub will render it and most of Lockly's other smart locks Matter compatible.
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Roborock to reveal six new cleaning solutions at CES
Roborock's product lineup at CES 2024 includes four robot vacuum-and-mop combos and two wet-dry vacuums.
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GE Lighting to release 20 Matter-compatible products in 2024
Undercabinet fixtures and puck lights are among GE Lighting's Cync announcements at CES this week.
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Tineco expands its lineup with smart cleaning and cooking appliances
The smart-home brand is showcasing two floor cleaners and an intelligent oven at CES 2024.
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Home Depot’s Hubspace ecosystem just keeps getting bigger
The home improvement retailer's smart home line has grown to 150 SKUs and now includes a security system, a smart thermostat, and—a chest freezer!
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Reolink debuts the Duo 3 PoE dual-lens security cam at CES
The dual-lens camera runs on power-over-ethernet, eliminating the need for an outdoor electrical outlet to power it.
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Homey Pro smart home hub gets a Thread radio update
Athom has released a software update for its Homey Pro smart home hub that activates its previously dormant Thread radio.
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Samsung reveals its 2024 smart TV lineup ahead of CES
There are no earth-shattering debuts this year, but the company is making improvements to its already excellent offerings.
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Narwal debuts new vacuum mops and a wet/dry hand vac at CES
Narwal's latest additions include the Narwal Freo X Ultra and Narwal Freo X Plus, plus the versatile upright Narwal S10 Pro.
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Kohler expands its smart bathroom lineup for 2024
The American plumbing manufacturer is showing a new bathroom fan, bidet seat, and handheld shower at CES 2024.
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Lockly introduces Alarm.com-compatible Z-Wave smart locks
The commercial partnership brings a new class of smart locks to Alarm.com service providers.
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Roku's new Pro Series tops the company's TV lineup
Ahead of CES, Roku has added a new high-end tier to its already well-reviewed TV lineup.
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Shelly Group to show a raft of new smart home products at CES
The European manufacturer announced a 3rd-generation IoT processor, Z-Wave-based smart plugs and controller modules, a Wi-Fi smart sensor, and more.
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LG reveals its 2024 OLED TV lineup ahead of CES
LG announces brighter OLED TVs in more sizes, along with faster processors that enable new smart TV features.
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Securam's in-wall smart lighting controls available for purchase
The manufacturer is building out a security-focused ecosystem with Wi-Fi switches and dimmers that connect with its smart locks, sensors, and siren.
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LG reveals its 2024 QNED (LED-backlit LCD) TV lineup
Larger screen sizes and a new processor are in the works for LG's 2024 QNED TVs
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Vizio rolls out speed update for its revamped smart TV platform
Vizio is promising faster power-on performance as well as speedier switching between smart TV apps following the update.
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Now there’s a native Apple TV app for NordVPN
Apple TV owners can now install VPN apps, just as those with Amazon Fire TV Sticks and other streaming devices that natively support VPNs.
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Eve unveils Matter-enabled wall outlet, blinds, and light switch
Eve is jumping into two new categories with its just-announced Matter-enabled wall outlet and smart roller blinds.
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Google is spinning off its Nest Renew clean energy service
Starting next year, Nest Renew will have a new name but the same mission, plus the promise of a “seamless transition” for users.
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The new Apple TV home screen is so close to nailing it. If only…
Apple's tvOS 17.2 update brings big changes to the TV app, including a way to filter the home screen by streaming service.
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Google TV devices are getting more speed enhancements
Google is rolling out speed-boosting updates aimed at optimizing memory and storage for Google TV streaming players.
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2023 Cord-Cutter Awards: Best streaming services, devices & more
These streaming devices, streaming services, and over-the-air tools make cord-cutting easier in 2023.
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Philips Hue bulbs may soon double as motion sensors
Philips Hue's sibling brand already lets its smart lights act as motion sensors. Is Hue about to follow suit?
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Amazon's live Fire TV Channels come to Echo Show displays
You can now ask Alexa to tee up some live streaming shows from Fire TV Channels on your Echo Show device.
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You can now join Zoom meetings on your Apple TV
Ready to Zoom in your living room? All you need is an Apple TV 4K and a recent iPhone.
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First-gen Nest Outdoor cam makes its way to Google Home app
Three months after the original Nest Cam Indoor began making its way to the Google Home app, the Nest Cam Outdoor is getting its turn.
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Walmart's new $15 HD Google TV streaming stick goes on sale
Just as expected, Walmart has unveiled a revamped budget HD streaming stick, complete with Google TV and a remote.
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Ikea unveils three new smart sensors, delays Matter support
Ikea’s new sensors detect motion, water leaks, and whether doors and windows are open or shut. Also: Matter support for Ikea’s hub has been pushed back.
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Cyber Monday: Pixel Tablet with Nest-style dock is 20% off
The next-best thing to a new Google Nest smart display is getting a $100 discount for Cyber Monday, but you'd better act fast.
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Cyber Monday deals on Ring video doorbells and security cameras
Save up to 50% on Ring home security products—including the brand-new Battery Doorbell Plus and Spotlight Cam Pro.
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Cyber Monday deals on smart thermostats
Smart thermostats are proven to reduce your heating and cooling costs. These deals will save you even more cash.
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Best Cyber Monday robot vacuum deals
Check out the best Cyber Monday discounts on robot vacuums and vacuum/mop hybrids from iRobot, Roborock, Shark, Eufy, and more.
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Best Cyber Monday deals on Fire Sticks
Black Friday has come and gone, but we're still seeing great deals on Amazon Fire TV streaming sticks, Roku players, and more.
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Black Friday: Amazon's new Echo Show 5 is a whopping 56% off
Arriving with faster performance and a revamped sound system, the thrid-generation Echo Show 5 is just $39.99 for Black Friday.
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Philips Hue A19 color smart bulbs are 41% off for Black Friday
Philips Hue’s reliable but pricey White and Color Ambiance A19 bulbs are getting a rare Black Friday discount.
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Black Friday: Sonos speakers and soundbars up to 25% off
Grab some rare deals on the Sonos Arc, Beam, and Ray soundbars, along with the Sonos Roam and new Sonos Era 100.
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Black Friday streaming deals: Buy this, not that
Black Friday can be a great time to save money on streaming, but it can also be a source of wasteful spending.
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Xfinity now offers DIY sensors to its home security customers
Subscribers to Xfinity broadband with the Home Security add-on can expand their systems with door/window and motion sensors they install themselves.
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Black Friday deal: Score a 40-inch TCL 1080p TV for just $100
This 40-inch full-HD TCL TV is getting an eye-popping 57% discount over at Best Buy.
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Ding-dong! Who’s there? The Grinch!
The Grinch is answering Ring video doorbells for the holidays.
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Black Friday: iRobot shaves up to $350 off its latest Roombas
Robot vacuum maker iRobot is starting its Black Friday deals early, with steep discounts on the affordable Roomba 694, the j6 vacuum/mop combo, and more.
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Amazon's Astro becomes a guard dog for business owners
After two years in invite-only limbo, Amazon's Astro is finding new life as a watch dog for small- and medium-sized businesses.
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