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11 security cameras that don't charge extra to unlock every feature
With some security cameras, you'll pay month after month to realize their full value. If that sticks in your craw, check out these no-subscription alternatives.
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It's the battle of the budget security cameras!
We revisit products from five top brands to tell you which indoor camera delivers the best value with the fewest trade-offs in pursuit of a low price tag.
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TV bundles are back, but savings could be illusory
Why a new wave of streaming bundles just might increase prices in the long run.
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Best smart lighting 2024: Reviews & buying advice
Today’s smart lighting is brighter and easier to control than ever, but choosing the right solution for your environment remains a challenge.
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Jasco's Eternity Lights can be installed just once for all seasons
With these outdoor LED string lights in your home’s eaves, you’ll have smart decorative lighting for every holiday season—and for entertaining rear round.
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Flo Smart Water Monitor & Shutoff review: To protect and to save
Moen’s second-generation smart water valve protects your home from water damage and tracks your home's water consumption, so you can use less of it.
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These are the best water leak detectors
Fires can be devastating, but water damage is a far more common risk. These smart devices will alert you if your home springs a leak, so you can take action quickly.
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I tested Dyson’s WashG1 and for me, there’s one clear problem
Dyson has announced its first dedicated wet floor cleaner. I tested it and liked it a lot, except for one little issue. Here's everything you need to know.
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Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi + Keypad review: This is easier?
This retrofit smart lock took more time to install than a full replacement, but it at least preserved the aesthetic of the hardware on the exterior side of my door.
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Got a Roomba? 10 must-use features in the iRobot app
To truly harness the power of your Roomba, you must take a deep dive into the iRobot app. Here are 10 features you don't want to miss.
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Nanoleaf Outdoor String Lights review: A simpler string light
These smart lights aren’t as colorful as the competition, but they win bonus points for their long length and low price.
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Zinwell ZAT-600B tuner review: NextGen TV, internet optional
This is the first ATSC 3.0 tuner set-top box to support encrypted broadcast television without requiring a connection to the internet.
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iFlo Smart Automated A/C Drain Line Cleaner review: Easy maintenance
This gadget pushes disposable cleaning fluid into your HVAC system’s drain line on a regular schedule to prevent blockages, but you’ll need to keep buying the fluid.
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Arlo Video Doorbell 2K (2nd Gen) review: modest upgrades
Once the king of video doorbells, Arlo now finds itself playing catch-up in a crowded market.
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How we test robot vacuums and mops at TechHive
We evaluate every vacuum and mop in real-world settings to determine if they're worth your time and investment.
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Eufy Clean L60 review: A budget-friendly vacuum for pet owners
Eufy's affordable L60 robot vacuum boasts unexpectedly high-end features, including LiDAR navigation.
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Sling's free DVR has a secret storage upgrade
Sling's Freestream DVR only offers 10 recording hours, but you can expand it with this workaround.
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The best robot vacuums of 2024
Vacuuming is one of the most hated household chores. Here are your best choices for outsourcing it to some automated help.
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Matter adds support for microwave ovens, smart lighting scenes
Version 1.3 of the Matter specification adds ovens, laundry dryers, leak detectors, and other device types, while also supporting smart light scenes and energy monitoring.
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Wi-Fi jamming attacks are on the rise. How they affect your smart home security
More and more burglars are using Wi-Fi jammers to defeat smart home security systems. The threat is real, but there's no cause for panic if you understand all the implications.
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Best smart smoke detectors
Smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors don’t just sound the alarm, they also alert your smart phone and more.
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Yes, you can take a break from Netflix
Can’t remember why you’re still paying for Netflix? Maybe it’s time for a breather.
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X-Sense XP0A-SR smoke alarm review: Value-priced protection
This smoke and carbon dioxide detector has no mobile or wireless features; but at $30, it’s a great candidate for low-cost rollouts.
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LG CordZero All-in-One A9 review: Almost too powerful
LG's latest CordZero stick vac packs plenty of versatility and power, although its overwhelming suction may damage delicate carpets.
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GermGuardian AC3000 Airsafe+ review: A pint-sized powerhouse
This ultra-small purifier makes up for its lack of smart features with ample power, a germ-killing UVC-C light, and a very low price.
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8 ways smart home gear can save you money on insurance
Smart home gear makes life more convenient to be sure, but don’t overlook the opportunity for those investments to save you money, too.
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The original smart thermostat is about to get dumb
Nearly 16 years after its unveiling, the groundbreaking Ecobee Smart thermostat will soon lose internet connectivity, although its basic HVAC features will still work.
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The dumbest new smart TV trend: Exclusive content
What's behind the exclusive content push on smart TVs from Vizio, Samsung, and LG
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We name the best smart garage door controllers
Even if you use your garage only as an oversized storage locker, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without a smart controller for your existing garage door opener.
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Chamberlain leaves the garage with myQ indoor camera
Best known for its smart garage door controller and accessories, Chamberlain's myQ brand is moving further into the home with its new indoor cam.
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The new Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam can surveil an entire room
Ring’s latest indoor security cam features a better pan/tilt motor than the base it sells as an add-on for its Ring Stick Up Cam, but you can't use it outdoors.
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Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 review: Truly subscription free
A microSD card is the only thing you'll need to get the full value from this doorbell camera—unless you also want the benefits of Apple's HomeKit Secure Video.
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Peacock hikes its prices again in runup to Olympics
You’ll have to pay more to stream the 2024 Summer Olympics following an upcoming Peacock price hike.
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Weak default IoT passwords targeted by new UK law
The United Kingdom just became the first country to bar IoT manufacturers from setting weak default passwords for smart devices.
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The best smart dimmers and switches for your smart home
In-wall smart lighting controls will deliver convenience, security, luxury, and sophistication to any smart home.
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LIFX SuperColor Path review: A pop of color for your walkway
This oversized outdoor light presents more than a few challenges.
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Best media streaming devices of 2024: From budget to premium
Roku Streaming Stick vs. Amazon Fire Stick vs. Chromecast vs. Apple TV, and more. Which streaming device is the most effective at delivering streaming entertainment? Our buying guide will help you pick the right accessories for your TV.
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6 security cam mistakes that will leave you open to hackers
Security cameras let you monitor your home. But if you don’t lock them down, criminals can monitor you, instead. Here's how to protect your privacy.
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Jya Fjord Pro review: Affordable and class-leading air purification
The Jya Fjord Pro is packed with exciting features and purifies the air with precision.
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The best air purifiers: Keep your home safe, comfortable, and odor free
The world of air purifiers can be confusing, but the bottom line is that the best units can improve your quality of life.
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Free Paramount+ codes run dry: Now what?
How to save on Paramount+ without free coupon codes.
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Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Wi-Fi review: Pretty, but problematic
This smart lock has a bevy of great features, including a fingerprint sensor, but its numeric keypad is very hard to see in direct sunlight.
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Best video doorbells 2024: Reviews and buying advice
Video doorbells maintain a continuous watch over the most important part of your property, but which one is best? We take a look at the field.
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Looking for a smart lock? These are the best
Keys are yesterday’s tech. Your smart home needs a smart door lock, and these are our favorites.
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Eufy Video Smart Lock S330 review: This lock does it all
Not content to offer just another smart lock, Eufy stuffed a rechargeable battery, fingerprint reader, touchscreen keypad, and a video doorbell into this deadbolt.
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SimpliSafe to use AI to ID prowlers, call police before a break-in
The security service is testing AI to spot prowlers outside subscribers' homes. Using 2-way audio, human agents will warn suspects, dispatch police if needed.
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Abode Smart Lock review: This retrofit left us with reservations
We dig the large rechargeable battery that powers this smart lock, but our initial experience left us wondering about Abode’s quality control for the first time.
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LIFX SuperColor Flood Light review: Flooding the zone with color
This new PAR38 bulb from LIFX works with Matter and delivers bright colors, a weatherized design, and an intuitive app.
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Eufy Floodlight Camera E340 review: Tops in surveillance, lighting
Eufy’s excellent floodlight cam has twin high-res cameras, local storage, an option to add terabytes of network storage, and genuinely optional cloud storage.
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