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These are the best home security cameras
A boom in wireless security cameras is inspiring a movement in DIY home surveillance. Follow our buying guide and read our reviews to find the best option for you.
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LIFX SuperColor Spot review: Smart, colorful landscape lighting
You’ll need to rethink the way your outdoor lighting works with LIFX's new landscape spotlight, but it may be worth it.
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Stanley Cup 2024: How to stream the NHL playoffs, championship
There are plenty of ways for cord-cutters to follow the puck this postseason.
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Aqara Ceiling Light T1M review: A subtle but smart ceiling lamp
Tired of the old Ikea lamp on your ceiling? With Aqara's new Ceiling Light T1M, you can take ceiling lighting at home to a whole new level.
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Spectrum TV Stream and the bundle's continued breakdown
Spectrum's new streaming bundle combines cable news and entertainment channels for $40 per month.
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Buying a smart lock: Retrofit your old one or replace it?
Any home will benefit from the addition of a smart lock. We’ll help you choose between a complete replacement and a retrofit for your existing deadbolt.
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ADTH NextGen TV Box review: feature-packed, but lacking polish
There's a lot to like about this ATSC 3.0 set-top box, but it feels like a work in progress.
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How to livestream the 2024 NBA Playoffs and Finals
You will likely need a streaming subscription to watch the NBA postseason online. We've listed all your options and include links to get you started.
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Buying a budget security cam? Don't skimp on these 6 key specs
A home security camera doesn't need to cost a lot. We'll show you the minimum specifications to look for–along with the areas you might want to step up.
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Filthy Roomba wheels? Here’s how to get them clean
Trust me, your Roomba’s wheels are in need of a good cleaning. We’ll show you the easy way to spiff them up.
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The ROXi Interactive Music Channel is coming to NextGen TV
Pearl TV, a consortium of U.S. broadcasters, is also looking to use ROXi’s FastStream interactive television tech for other interactive channels, including sports.
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Govee Floor Lamp Pro review: Let the light show begin
Govee’s high-end smart floor lamp offers dozens of preset light effects as well as a built-in Bluetooth speaker.
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These are the best indoor and outdoor TV antennas in 2024
A great TV antenna lets you watch broadcast television for free and in better resolution than you'll get any other way, including streaming services.
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Roku says 576,000 more of its users were hacked in second attack
Using the same old-school method as an earlier attack, hackers gained access to more than a half million more Roku accounts.
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LIFX SuperColor Smart Light A21 review: Big and bright
Bright, easy to install, compliant with Matter, and packed with features, the LIFX SuperColor Smart Light A21 makes for a compelling smart bulb, even if it’s a tad heavy and chunky.
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When is Spotify HiFi coming? Here's what we know
More than three years ago, Spotify announced it would finally drop the needle on lossless audio. What happened? Here's what we know.
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Yale Approach with Wi-Fi is an affordable retrofit smart lock
Smart home dwellers looking for an easy way to upgrade their existing deadbolts have a new retrofit option from one of the world’s oldest lock manufacturers.
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ISPs are violating the spirit of the FCC Broadband Facts mandate
"Broadband Facts" labels for internet: How to find them for your ISP.
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Eufy Video Doorbell Dual review: This 2-eyed camera sees it all
This entry in Eufy's dual-lens security cameras monitors you porch for visitors–and packages.
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How to move and delete channels on the Roku home screen
Rearranging channels from the Roku home screen can be done in a few easy steps, but it might not be an obvious process to new users.
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Amazon won’t pay developers to build Alexa skills anymore
Amazon is winding down its payments to Alexa skill developers as its pivots toward a new, generative AI-powered Alexa.
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Roku Pro Series TVs arrive, with mini-LEDs, muscular processing
The smart TV builder is moving up with quantum dots, mini-LED backlighting, more powerful processors, and a very cool backlit remote.
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Dreo Purifier Tower Fan 710S review: 2 home essentials in 1
Separate motors in this plus-sized appliance enable it to simultaneously circulate and purify the air in your home.
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Dyson’s new AR CleanTrace aims to gamify vacuuming
Want to use augmented reality to make vacuuming easier? Dyson's AR will soon be IRL, but you'll need the right tech to make it happen.
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Polaris VRX iQ+ review: This outstanding pool cleaner trails a tail
Battery-powered pool-cleaning robots are the trend, but this corded model cleans better than anything we've tested so far.
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Best robot pool cleaners of 2024: Less cleaning = more swimming
Like their floor-sweeping cousins, these bots do the grunt work of removing leaves, debris, and algae from your pool, giving you more time to enjoy the water.
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Abode Video Doorbell review: A low-cost, simple doorbell camera
It doesn't do much to distinguish itself from the pack, but Abode's Video Doorbell it worth a look if you're already subscribed to the company's subscription plan.
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From bump to SLAM: Robot vacuum navigation tech explained
LiDAR, SLAM, vSLAM…what do they all mean? You'd better know before splurging on that pricey new robot vacuum. Our guide can help.
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Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo Complete review: Best of both worlds
With both a robot vacuum for the heavy cleaning and a supplementary cordless stick vacuum for tight spaces, Ecovacs's new combo package leaves no corner uncleaned.
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iRobot's new robot vacuum and mop combo goes back to basics
With the budget-priced Roomba Combo Essential and Vac Essential, iRobot has upgraded the 600 Series with improved performance and advanced features.
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The sneaky way to get a Peacock Premium free trial
How to get Peacock Premium free trial via Instacart+
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Seauto Shark robot pool cleaner review: Speedy dirt picker-upper
This mostly capable robot has a few flaws, but it can run for hours.
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Samsung's new robot vacuum and mop can steam clean floors
Besides vacuuming and mopping your floors, the Bespoke Jet Bot Combo AI can detect and steam clean stubborn floor stains.
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Best smart speakers & displays for state-of-the-art smart homes
Whether you prefer Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri, we’ll help you find just the right model.
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The best way to clean your Roomba’s hairy brushes
Your Roomba’s brushes are covered with hair. Here’s how to get them clean.
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How to connect your iPhone or iPad to your big-screen TV
Try these options when you want to mirror iPhone or iPad content on a bigger screen.
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JBL Authentics 300 review: A bilingual portable smart speaker
Your smart home won't be limited to either Alexa or Google Assistant with this speaker. It responds to either wake word wherever it's in range of your network.
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You name it, Schlage's Encode Plus lock is compatible with it
Whether your smart home revolves around Alexa, Google Home, or Apple HomeKit (including Apple’s 'home key' tech), Schlage's Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt has you covered.
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Eufy X10 Pro Omni review: Premium results for the price
This vacuum and mop combo balances both tasks well for a better overall clean, while its auto-detangling brush will appeal to pet owners.
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Reolink Duo 3 PoE review: Twin lenses, 1 cable for power & video
The latest camera in Reolink's Duo line of power-over-ethernet security cameras delivers outstanding 16MP images.
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LIFX String Light review: A pricey pop of outdoor color
After a long absence, LIFX is back with smart outdoor string lights that are impressively bright, but quite expensive.
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Trying to stream Major League Baseball games? Good luck!
MLB streaming in 2024: All the in-market options for each team.
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Why your Roomba keeps saying it's time to empty the dust bin
Even if you dutifully empty your Roomba's dust bin, the bot might still insist it's full. Here's why, plus a couple of fixes.
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Lorex 2K Indoor Pan-Tilt Wi-Fi Camera review: Simple but solid
If you're not worried about aesthetics or advanced features, the Lorex 2K Indoor Pan-Tilt Wi-Fi Camera may be the home surveillance solution for you.
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Abode Security Kit review: A focus on security, not convenience
If you’re looking for a robust home-security system, versus a smart home system with home-security elements, consider Abode’s low-priced offering.
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These are the best smart home systems of 2024
Your home is only as smart as the hub that orchestrates everything behind the scenes. We help you choose the right system for your home-automation needs.
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Wyze Cam v4 review: Wyze Labs’ best security cam costs less
You’ll find mostly evolutionary improvements over the Wyze Cam v3 Pro this model replaces, but we're not about to complain about its even lower price tag.
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Philips Hue sync app for Samsung TVs adds subscription option
Did you pass on the $130 app that syncs Philips Hue lights with a Samsung TV? If so, Hue and Samsung have an alternative: a monthly subscription plan.
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YouTube on your TV: 13 tips to make it even better
Essential TV tips for navigating the YouTube catalog, interacting with videos, and getting the best viewing experience.
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