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HomePod with screen is still a year away (at least)
A screen-equipped HomePod won't see the light of day this year, according to the latest chatter.
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Juggling multiple Philips Hue hubs is about to get easier
Soon you'll be able to sign into multiple Hue Bridges using a single Hue account, perfect for Hue users with more than 50 lights.
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Aqara Smart Light Switch review: Zigbee lighting control for less
While this attractive in-wall on/off lighting control is compatible with Alexa, Google Home, and HomeKit, it can't operate without one of Aqara's smart home hubs.
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Xumo Stream Box review: Good, but not best in class
The Xumo Stream Box combines streaming and cable into one interface, with mixed results.
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No, streaming TV doesn't cost $1,000 per year
A study on subscription spending leads to wildly inflated claims about the cost of cord cutting.
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Amazon: "There are no changes coming to Freevee"
Rumors are swirling that the ad-supported Freevee will go away now that Prime Video with ads is here, but Amazon is flatly denying the chatter.
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Wyze plays blame game as camera breach fallout continues
Even as it apologies for yet another privacy breach, Wyze is blaming third parties for Friday's calamitous events.
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Aqara Smart Plug review: A good choice for Aqara’s Zigbee hubs
High prices and outdated designs are reasons to avoid proprietary smart home hubs. But if you want to keep using your Aqara hub, this is a good smart plug.
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Alen BreatheSmart 75i review: Powerful purifier gets app update
The BreatheSmart 75i comes with an improved app that makes it easier to dive into air quality data.
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Wyze cams suffer major service outage, security breach
Following an hours-long service outage, Wyze admitted that some Wyze users could see thumbnail images of video events from strangers.
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Now it’s Peacock that might merge with Paramount+
Wait, wasn’t Paramount+ going to merge with Max? Please—that was so yesterday.
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There is no Vudu, only Fandango (at Home, that is)
Fandango is poised to delete one of the oldest brand names in streaming, with Vudu getting a name change to Fandango at Home.
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SwitchBot Curtain 3 review: 3rd-gen curtain controller gets it right
A massive motor upgrade gives this smart window treatment operator enough torque to handle the heaviest drapes, with a 33-pound weight limit.
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YouTube TV now lets hoops fans build their own multiviews
Just in time for March Madness, YouTube TV will allow NCAA college basketball and NBA League Pass viewers pick and choose their own multiview games.
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Nest Aware may soon be part of your Google One subscription
Code buried in the Google Home app hints that Nest Aware might be making its way to Google’s all-in-one Google One bundles.
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Amazon & other streamers turn audiovisual quality into an upsell
Streaming in 4K, HDR, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos might soon cost extra. Here's what you need to know.
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Linxura Smart Controller review: An intriguing work in progress
This pocket-size device offers quick access to your most common smart home functions, but wait for the bugs to get squashed before you buy one.
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Latest Kasa Smart device controls a ceiling fan and the fan’s light
TP-Link’s new Kasa Smart KS240 in-wall controller can adjust both a ceiling fan’s speed and dim its integrated lights.
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Max’s live sports tier will offer Dolby Vision (take that, Amazon)
Miss Dolby Vision on Prime Video with ads? Worry not, as you can now get a dose of Dolby Vision HDR on Max's sports add-on tier.
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Prime Video subscribers to Amazon: Ads? See you in court
A proposed class-action lawsuit accuses Amazon of the old bait-and-switch for injecting ads into Prime Video.
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Aqara Hub M2 review: A walled garden with some open windows
It seems contradictory, but Aqara’s Zigbee smart home hub controls only Aqara products, yet it’s compatible with Alexa, HomeKit, and some other ecosystems.
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Dolby Atmos, Vision missing from Amazon Prime Video with ads
You'll need to pay more to restore Dolby Vision HDR and object-based Dolby Atmos sound to your Prime Video account.
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Amazon's Echo Connect will stop making calls this month
An Amazon accessory that allows Alexa to place phone calls on your landline, the Echo Connect will be useless in a matter of weeks.
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Meross Matter Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini review: Just the basics
Meross's bare-bones but inexpensive Matter smart plug did its duty, following a rocky setup process.
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Ring's Protect Basic plan gets another price hike
Subscribers to Ring's most affordable subscription plan will soon be paying more to keep their security footage in the cloud.
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ESPN as a standalone streaming service is coming in 2025
Even as it eyes a joint sports bundle with Fox and Warners, Disney is forging ahead with a standalone streaming version of ESPN.
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Disney, Warner, Fox sports streaming deal blows up the TV bundle
For the first time, programmers are splitting off sports and broadcast channels from the rest of their cable-channel lineups.
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Ring Battery Doorbell Pro delivers wire-free radar detection
Ring's latest consumer flagship doorbell doesn't require hardwired power to deliver a birds-eye view of who's on your porch—and how they got there.
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All the ways you can stream the 2024 Super Bowl
Options abound for checking out the match between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers on whatever screen you choose.
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SharePlay music control coming to Apple HomePods, Apple TV
Soon, you'll be able to allow others to take charge of music playback on your HomePod, HomePod mini, or Apple TV.
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Best indoor air quality monitors 2024: Healthy home, happy home
You don't have to suffer from allergies or asthma to benefit from knowing everything about your indoor environment. These devices will give you insight into the air you're breathing.
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SwitchBot Mini Robot Vacuum K10+ review: Compact cleaning
Half the size of its competitors, the K10+ vacuums as well as conventionally sized robots, but its mopping system falls short.
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Samsung yanks Google Assistant from its smart TVs
Starting March 1, Alexa and Bixby will be the only voice assistant options on Samsung smart TVs.
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Ring Indoor Cam (2nd gen) review: Now with a privacy shield
The latest version of Ring's wired indoor camera add a manually operated physical privacy cover.
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The new Abode Lock converts your deadbolt into a smart lock
Abode Systems' retrofit smart lock and keypad bundle promises to make it easier and less expensive to add the convenience of keyless entry to your home.
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Following Netflix, Hulu begins password-sharing crackdown
Netflix's password-sharing crackdown worked like a charm. Now, it's Hulu's turn to clamp down on password sharing.
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What TV entertainment trend will come after cord-cutting?
How the state of TV may evolve after cord-cutting, from the rise of free streaming to the return of scrappier approaches.
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Roomba j9+ review: This Roomba prioritizes your dirtiest rooms
With its navigating smarts and superb cleaning abilities, the self-emptying Roomba j9+ delivers a truly automated cleaning experience that should be welcome in any household.
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Arlo hikes single-camera subscription prices by 60%
A year after hiking the prices of its subscription plans, Arlo is raising prices again for Arlo Secure users with just a single camera.
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Manage family schedules on the massive Skylight Calendar Max
Skylight says its 27-inch touchscreen smart calendar makes it easy to keep track of an entire family’s activities, ranging from appointments and holidays to chores and meal planning.
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Amazon scoots away from iRobot acquisition plan
Looks like Amazon won't be getting into the robot vacuum business after all.
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Ring Flood and Freeze Sensor review: Mitigating water damage
This addition to Ring Alarm and Ring Alarm Pro security systems alerts you to water leaks, giving you a chance to act before you need high-cost home repairs.
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Sling's free streaming DVR puts Tubi and Pluto on notice
Sling Freestream adds a 10-hour DVR that lets you skip through commercials.
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Arlo Essential Indoor review: The Arlo experience at a lower price
The second generation of Arlo's entry-level indoor security camera delivers everything we like about the Arlo experience at a more approachable price point.
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Police can no longer use Ring’s Neighbors app to get video clips
The latest updates to Ring's Neighbors app bars emergency agencies from asking for and receiving video footage from Ring video doorbells and cameras.
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Netflix's 3-pronged strategy is working, like it or not
Price hikes, a password-sharing crackdown, and ads. Hate 'em? Sure, but get used to it. They're what put Netflix back on top.
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Roborock Q8 Max+ review: Laser navigation for less
An incremental upgrade to its predecessor, the Roborock Q8 Max+ boasts LiDAR navigation and a self-emptying bin without breaking the bank.
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Wyze Cam Floodlight v2 ups resolution to 2K, boosts brightness
The successor to Wyze's first floodlight cam offers sharper resolution, brighter LEDs, and a wider field of view.
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Netflix ready to rumble with live WWE wrestling
With its $5 billion deal for the WWE's weekly "Raw" flagship, Netflix just jumped into the ring with other sports-streaming competitors.
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