This mysterious AI-powered device might be Apple’s most exciting new release of 2024
Fans of the Apple TV hardware still have to wait for an upgrade, and if you think you’re getting a TV box that can support …
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MyQ smart garage opener has become controversial, but I still recommend it
The MyQ smart garage door opener has become somewhat controversial following Chamberlain’s recent decision to remove many smart home integrations that users relied on. And …
I ditched Arlo for good and switched to these battery cameras
Ever since late 2022, my main home security camera setup has been a Reolink NVR system. I’m very happy with it. I have cameras set …
Litter-Robot 4 review: A luxury toilet for your cat
We love our pets, but they can be messy. Cats, of course, are among the cleanest pets to have — they have instincts related to …
Google Nest WiFi is the best mesh wireless system you can get today
The Google Nest WiFi mesh wireless system is among the most popular options out there right now. There are several different configurations available, but the …
An Echo Show smart display is a must-have upgrade for Alexa fans
Some people find the current state of smart home tech way too overwhelming to bother with. Then, at the other end of the spectrum, we …
Roomba Combo j9+ has everything other iRobot models are missing
I have been testing robot vacuums for about a decade now. In that time, I’ve tried well over 100 different models. If you’ve read my …
These are the only Roomba vacuums you should consider right now
When it comes to iRobot’s Roomba lineup, two things are certain. First, it would be difficult to argue that Roomba robot vacuums are anything but …
5 smart thermostats under $100 that work with Alexa
When it comes to controlling the HVAC systems in my home, I needed a smart thermostat with Alexa. That’s part of the reason I got …
The powerful Roborock S8+ robot vacuum does things Roomba can’t
Roborock started as something of a budget brand, but that quickly changed. These days, Roborock is best known for making some of the best and …
Why Blink cameras are my favorite cheap home security cams
Amazon’s Blink home security camera brand is known in the industry for two main things. First, Blink wire-free cameras have the best battery life you …
Echo Show 8 is perfect for people who don’t want to deal with smart home hassles
Amazon’s Echo Show 8 is one of the most popular Alexa devices among our readers. But it’s not just smart home fans who end up …
Why I’m finally upgrading to the Roborock S8 from my trusty old S7
Being a product reviewer and product tester for BGR has plenty of perks. One is that I get to test all the hottest new robot …
Ecovacs DEEBOT T30S Combo Review
There are hundreds of robot vacuums today. And if you think about it, 20 years ago, robot vacuums didn’t even exist. Now, I’m reviewing a …
eero mesh is the major smart home upgrade that everyone forgets
A smart home is only as good as its weakest link. I remember the early days of smart home tech, when half of my connected …
Blink Mini is the perfect cheap security camera for most people
Plenty of people out there have embraced smart home tech. They have all sorts of web-connected devices around their homes, and they love all the …
The Yale Approach might finally let most of us renters have a smart apartment
I have rented for my entire life, and being a technology nerd, renting can cramp your style with all of the restrictions that come with …
This might be the cheapest smart home upgrade you can get
As time goes on, the smart home market seems to get more and more complicated. Isn’t it supposed to be the other way around? The …
How to save money on energy bills with summer weather around the corner
With winter weather now behind us and hot weather right around the corner, there is a simple way to save money on your energy bills …
If you use Arlo security cameras, definitely add a video doorbell to your setup today
The smart home security market is now filled with tons of different brands, and many of them offer great products. When it comes to wire-free …
DEEBOT X1 Omni robot vacuum has a killer feature you still can’t get on Roombas
After what seemed like an eternity of minor iterative updates, the robot vacuum market has finally taken a few big strides in recent years. One …
How Google Nest Cams can make your smart home even smarter
Nest got a huge jump on the smart home market back when it was first emerging. It’s all thanks to the Nest Learning Thermostat, which …
Leviton makes a smart light switch mixed with an Echo Dot, and I’m obsessed
There are so many awesome smart home gadgets out there these days. From smart plugs and smart light bulbs to robots that clean your house. …
Cut your energy bills in 2024 with ecobee smart thermostat deals
Ecobee is one of the two brands that come to mind immediately when you think of smart thermostats. And right now, ecobee smart thermostat deals …
Shark robot vacuum deal: $650 best-seller is under $450 today
Self-emptying has become absolutely essential in high-end and even mid-range robot vacuums. But some models with the awesome self-emptying feature can cost $1,000 or even …
Nest Learning Thermostat is only $188 on sale right now
Smart thermostats are so popular right now, but Nest is the company that started it all. Impressively, Nest is still one of the leaders in …
Roomba robot vacuum deals: Save on Combo j7+, j5+, 694, more
The New Year has arrived, so a bunch of top brands are offering their best sales of the season. The latest addition to the list …
Cyber Monday ecobee thermostat deals in 2023
You can find so many amazing deals right now at Amazon. It’s the nation’s top online retailer, of course, so Cyber Monday 2023 is a …
MyQ smart garage door opener is $17 for Cyber Monday 2023
If you’ve been waiting all year long to see some decent MyQ deals, your patience is finally about to pay off. For Cyber Monday 2023, …
Cyber Monday Amazon Echo deals have the best prices of 2023
Everyone had a busy Black Friday last week, but we hope you rested up over the weekend. Cyber Monday Amazon Echo deals are now here …
