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 […]
Ring’s new Search Party feature is on by default; should you opt out?
Ring's new Search Party feature is on by default; should you opt out? This week, Ring, an Amazon-owned smart security company, announced Search Party, a new feature to help find lost dogs. When someone posts a picture of a lost dog on Ring’s Neighbors app, they will be able to initiate a Search Party. Ring […]
Amazon reveals its new Echo Dot Max smart speaker
Amazon reveals its new Echo Dot Max smart speaker The Echo Dot Max (seen center) Amazon took the wraps off its latest Echo Dot smart speaker during its fall hardware event on Tuesday. The Echo Dot Max is a new entry that updates the recognizable spherical design with a flat face housing the speaker’s control […]
Ring launches upgraded cameras with ‘Retinal Vision’ 4K recording
Ring launches upgraded cameras with 'Retinal Vision' 4K recording Amazon just announced some new Ring hardware with upgraded 2K and 4K recording and some fancy processing tech that’s supposed to make streams look better than the competition. The new $179.99 Ring Wired Doorbell and $59.99 Indoor Cam Plus both offer 2K resolution featuring tech that […]
Amazon’s Echo Pop and Dot speakers are the cheapest they’ve been in months
Amazon's Echo Pop and Dot speakers are the cheapest they've been in months The Echo Pop is $15 off. The Echo Pop and Echo Dot are Amazon’s entry-level smart speakers, and both are currently on sale ahead of Amazon’s October Prime Day (aka Prime Big Deal Days), which officially kicks off on October 7th. Both […]
The Blink security camera app is down, but Amazon is working on it
The Blink security camera app is down, but Amazon is working on it The app for Amazon’s Blink security cameras is experiencing an issue that’s preventing users from accessing their cameras, but your recordings and notifications are not affected, Amazon spokesperson Emma Daniels tells The Verge. Users on Amazon’s general Blink support forum and on […]
Samsung’s latest Galaxy earbuds come with a free Galaxy SmartTag2 tracker
Samsung's latest Galaxy earbuds come with a free Galaxy SmartTag2 tracker Samsung’s Galaxy Buds 3 FE were released earlier this month for $149.99. The company hasn’t yet knocked down the price, but it’s including a free Galaxy SmartTag 2 at Amazon. The bundle saves you $30 and is available until September 28th. Samsung says both […]
Fall into smarter lighting
Fall into smarter lighting Smart lighting is one of the most useful and enjoyable smart home upgrades you can make. The convenience of turning lights on and off with a voice command or having them come on at precisely the right brightness when you walk into a room, adjusted for the time of day, is […]