Our favorite smart lock is on sale for the first time today
Our favorite smart lock is on sale for the first time today Kwikset’s Halo Select smart lock is $20 off at multiple retailers. Setting up a smart home security system is important, even if you never want to think about having to use it. Thankfully, Kwikset’s Halo Select — the best smart lock we’ve ever […]
The new Fi Mini pet tracker has GPS, and it’s barely bigger than an AirTag
The new Fi Mini pet tracker has GPS, and it's barely bigger than an AirTag The new Fi Mini pet tracker has GPS, and it’s barely bigger than an AirTag Fi, the pet tech company known for its smart dog collar, has launched a clip-on GPS tracker that it says is the perfect size for […]
Google’s first Gemini smart home speaker detailed in leak
Google's first Gemini smart home speaker detailed in leak Google’s first Gemini smart home speaker detailed in leak Google’s mystery new speaker appeared briefly in its keynote alongside F1 driver Lando Norris. Google announced plenty of new hardware at this week’s Made by Google event, but halfway through we were distracted by the brief appearance […]
Gemini for Home is Google’s biggest smart home play in years
Gemini for Home is Google's biggest smart home play in years Gemini for Home is Google’s biggest smart home play in years Google’s Gemini for Home will bring a new AI-powered voice assistant to its Nest smart displays and speakers. It’s finally happening: Google Assistant in the home is getting its Gemini glow-up. “Gemini for […]
Dreame’s L20 Ultra robovac / mop hybrid is a whopping $550 off
Dreame's L20 Ultra robovac / mop hybrid is a whopping $550 off Dreame’s L20 Ultra robovac / mop hybrid is a whopping $550 off Dreame’s L20 Ultra is over 50 percent off, marking a new low price. Now, at the end of the summer, it’s still too hot to worry about cleaning, which is why […]
We could make Rosie the Robot, but should we?
We could make Rosie the Robot, but should we? Robots are coming, but are we ready for them? All the big consumer tech companies are working on robotic companions for our homes. There’s Amazon’s Astro, Samsung’s Ballie, LG’s AI Agent, and whatever it is that Apple is dreaming up in Cupertino. Clearly, home robotics is […]
Google Home adds scheduling for older Nest thermostats
Google Home adds scheduling for older Nest thermostats Older Nest thermostat users can finally uninstall the older dedicated Nest app. | Image: Google Google has announced that users of the US and UK versions of the 3rd gen Nest Learning Thermostat and the Nest Thermostat E can now schedule temperature adjustments using the Google Home […]
The Apple Watch Ultra is on sale for a record low of $650
The Apple Watch Ultra is on sale for a record low of $650 You can currently get an Apple Watch for $649.99 ($150 off). If you’re interested in a long-lasting smartwatch, and like to stay within Apple’s hardware ecosystem, the Apple Watch Ultra 2 is the best choice. It’s Apple’s most durable, longest-lasting smartwatch, and […]
This big stick solved my smart garden connectivity problems
This big stick solved my smart garden connectivity problems Home Assistant’s new Z-Wave antenna is designed to improve range and reliability for Z-Wave devices I recently installed the biggest smart home antenna I’ve ever seen, and it helped open up new areas in my smart home, from the attic to the chicken coop. The towering […]
Nanoleaf’s smart lights are cheaper than ever in its back-to-school sale
Nanoleaf's smart lights are cheaper than ever in its back-to-school sale Nanoleaf’s smart lights are cheaper than ever in its back-to-school sale Nanoleaf’s Lines let you unleash your creativity as you can arrange them in all kinds of fun patterns. Some cool decor can help a new dorm or apartment feel like home, which is […]