Google is raising the price of Nest Aware subscriptions again
Google is raising the price of Nest Aware subscriptions again Starting in mid-August Google is raising the price of its Nest Aware subscriptions. | Image: Google Google is raising the price of its Nest Aware and Nest Aware Plus subscriptions starting in August 2025. According to emails sent out to subscribers today, the cost of […]
I tested 30 smart locks, and these are the best
I tested 30 smart locks, and these are the best A smart lock is an easy solution to some common problems. Locked yourself out? Need to let a friend in to water the plants? Your latchkey kid lost their key? Hands are full, and it’s raining cats and dogs? A smart lock solves all of […]
24 hours with Alexa Plus: we cooked, we chatted, and it kinda lied to me
24 hours with Alexa Plus: we cooked, we chatted, and it kinda lied to me There’s a new AI in the house. I’ve waited two years to try out the new Alexa, which was first announced way back in 2023, and this week I finally got access to Alexa Plus (not organically – I did […]
The best robot vacuum deals to pick up before Prime Day ends
The best robot vacuum deals to pick up before Prime Day ends Amazon Prime Day is in its final hours, following nearly four days of fantastic deals on headphones, TVs, fitness trackers, and — unsurprisingly — robot vacuums. Thankfully, there’s still something available for every home and budget, whether you’re looking for a robovac with […]
Google’s latest Nest Learning Thermostat is more than $60 off for Prime Day
Google's latest Nest Learning Thermostat is more than $60 off for Prime Day Google’s latest Nest Learning Thermostat is more than $60 off for Prime Day Google’s fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat (the latest model) is one of the few smart home accessories I rely on every day, and it’s at an all-time low price of […]
Thread count: Ikea is stitching together a smarter home
Thread count: Ikea is stitching together a smarter home Ikea is powering up its Dirigera smart home hub, adding Matter controller functionality and activating its Thread radio to support its new line of smart home products. Ikea is relaunching its smart home line in a move that will make its low-cost products work with other […]
The best Prime Day deals on our favorite robot vacuums
The best Prime Day deals on our favorite robot vacuums Roborock’s S8 Max Ultra, a Verge-favorite, is nearly half off. | Photo: Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge Amazon Prime Day has arrived, bringing fantastic deals on robot vacuums that make it easier than ever to clean without spending a lot of time or money. […]
Now you can just tell SmartThings how to automate your home
Now you can just tell SmartThings how to automate your home Samsung announces several updates to its SmartThings smart home platform. Ahead of Galaxy Unpacked this week, Samsung is announcing several new features coming to its smart home platform, SmartThings, including the ability to create routines using natural language. That means you’ll be able to […]
Amazon’s Echo Hub has plunged to a new low price ahead of Prime Day
Amazon's Echo Hub has plunged to a new low price ahead of Prime Day Amazon’s Echo Hub has plunged to a new low price ahead of Prime Day Amazon’s early Prime Day sale started off slow, but as the event draws closer to its official kickoff on July 8th, it’s beginning to pick up steam. […]
Google makes it easier to let friends and kids control your smart home
Google makes it easier to let friends and kids control your smart home Google’s 4th-gen Nest Learning Thermostat. Google Home’s latest update will make it easier to decide who in your household can control your smart home. It comes with a new feature, which Google first started testing last year, that will let you assign […]