Samsung SmartThings finally adds support for joining existing Thread networks
Samsung SmartThings finally adds support for joining existing Thread networks SmartThings Aeotec hubs can now join existing Thread networks. We’re one step closer to a smart home that can manage Thread border routers from different manufacturers. Samsung SmartThings now supports “two-way Thread network unification,” its fancy way of saying Thread credentials sharing. This means that […]
Amazon’s giant ads have ruined the Echo Show
Amazon's giant ads have ruined the Echo Show Full-screen ads have started to appear regularly on Echo Show smart displays. Last week, Amazon launched a major update of its line of Alexa-enabled Echo smart speakers and displays. The redesign – led by former Microsoft design chief Ralf Groene, whom Amazon Devices & Services head Panos […]
One of our favorite hybrid mopping vacs just hit its lowest price yet
One of our favorite hybrid mopping vacs just hit its lowest price yet Eufy’s X10 Pro Omni is a terrific robovac / mop hybrid with a great all-in-one dock. Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days brought a ton of great robot vacuum deals — so many that we felt compelled to put all of them in […]
You can score up to $750 off robovacs from Dyson, Dreame, and iRobot right now
You can score up to $750 off robovacs from Dyson, Dreame, and iRobot right now Black Friday might bring some of the deepest discounts on tech like robot vacuums, but if you’d like to tidy up before Halloween parties and Thanksgiving guests arrive, Amazon’s October Prime Day event features plenty of great robot vacuum deals, […]
Philips Hue customizable string lights are $50 off for October Prime Day
Philips Hue customizable string lights are $50 off for October Prime Day Philips Hue’s Festavia lights are great for Christmas, but you can actually use them year-round as home decor. | Image: Signify It may be October, but the holidays will be here before you know it. Amazon’s fall Prime Day event is here, offering […]
The best robot vacuum deals you can snag during Amazon’s fall Prime Day sale
The best robot vacuum deals you can snag during Amazon's fall Prime Day sale Roborock’s Saros Z70 features a built-in robotic arm and is down to its best price yet. Black Friday might bring some of the deepest discounts on tech like robot vacuums, but if you’d like to tidy up before Halloween parties and […]
Google hints at a new Nest Hub
Google hints at a new Nest Hub Google says it’s committed to the smart display category, meaning we may see new versions of its Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max “soon.” Last week, Google announced a new smart speaker for its AI-infused Gemini smart home platform, but there was no sign of a new smart […]
SwitchBot’s new safety tracker can discreetly trigger a fake phone call
SwitchBot's new safety tracker can discreetly trigger a fake phone call The fake phone calls could provide a way out of suspicious situations. | Image: SwitchBot SwitchBot is expanding its already diverse line of smart home offerings with a new tracking fob that doubles as both a personal safety device and a quick way to […]
Ecovacs’ Deebot X8 and X9 Pro Omni robovacs have hit a new low price
Ecovacs' Deebot X8 and X9 Pro Omni robovacs have hit a new low price The robovac comes with a dock that can refill itself using its built-in water tank. Robot vacuums that mop well rarely come cheap, but thankfully, some of our favorite models are receiving a significant discount ahead of Amazon’s next Prime Day event next […]
I tried Amazon and Google’s new smart home gadgets, ask me anything!
I tried Amazon and Google's new smart home gadgets, ask me anything! The Verge’s senior reviewer, Jen Tuohy, is taking your questions about Amazon and Google’s new devices. Hi! I’m Jennifer Pattison Tuohy (aka Jen), The Verge’s smart home reviewer. I just spent the last week in New York City getting hands-on with the new […]