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I went looking for the best Prime Day bargains on Google hardware, and these are the winners
Prime Day 2026 is delivering some surprisingly good discounts on Google hardware. From the Pixel 10 series to Nest cameras, the Pixel Watch 4, and Google TV Streamer, these are the deals worth grabbing before the sale ends on June 26.
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Google says Nest cameras can now identify and track your furry friends at home
Google's Pet Memory lets supported Nest cameras identify pets by name, but Ring's Search Party backlash shows why AI pet recognition already carries privacy baggage.
Anker Solix S2000 can keep your fridge running for long blackout hours and it’s now up for grabs
The Anker SOLIX S2000 is now available at $680, offering up to 35 hours of continuous refrigerator backup, proprietary OptiSave Technology, and a 15-year battery life.
Google’s first new smart speaker in six years might finally have a release date
A since-removed Best Buy Canada listing suggests June 25, 2026, as the Google Home Speaker's launch date.
My Lawn Used to be a Never-Ending Weekend Job Until the LEBOSBO V3 Took Over
Having a sharp, manicured outdoor space is something many homeowners dream of, but the amount of work behind maintaining that perfect lawn is often overlooked. From exhausting weekend mowing sessions to constant upkeep, the process can quickly become overwhelming. The LEBOSBO V3 solves that frustration through intelligent automation, wire-free convenience, and a far more hands-free mowing experience that requires little to no manual intervention.
YEEDI S20 Infinity Ultra: redefining what robot vacuums should actually clean
YEEDI S20 Infinity Ultra brings spray-before-clean pre-treatment, powerful suction, and intelligent navigation together to tackle dried stains and sticky mess, redefining what automated cleaning can achieve in real homes.
Narwal Freo Z10 Turbo Delivers Flagship Features Without the Flagship Price
The Narwal Freo Z10 Turbo brings flagship-level suction, CarpetFocus technology, and low-maintenance cleaning into a more accessible price range, making it a strong upgrade for modern homes.
The iGarden Pool Cleaner M1-AI Series Is Making Modern Outdoor Living Effortlessly Luxurious
Owning a pool may look luxurious, but the constant upkeep behind it can quickly become a frustrating job that takes over weekend relaxation. The iGarden Pool Cleaner M1-AI Series aims to change that through AI-powered cleaning, adaptive suction, and intelligent navigation designed to transform routine pool maintenance into a far more effortless, hands-free experience.
Google just made Gemini for Home a lot better at running your smart home
Google has rolled out a new Gemini for Home update with smarter camera search, faster device controls, better onboarding, and new Google Home app improvements.
Pet tech is ridiculous, and I hate how badly I want it
Pet tech feels like anxiety with Wi-Fi, but smart feeders, trackers, cameras, and health alerts become harder to mock when cats start acting weird.
This Google Home update is all about smarter automation
Google Home update expands automation with new triggers, conditions, and actions, allowing smarter control across devices like locks, lights, appliances, and sensors.
Bose turns up the volume on home audio with its sleekest and smartest Lifestyle Collection
Bose has launched the Lifestyle Collection, a trio of premium home audio products featuring a wireless smart speaker, an immersive soundbar, and a powerful subwoofer.
Your Google Home just got a lot better with the latest April update
The April Google Home update brings Gemini for Home up to 1.5 seconds faster for device commands, AI timeline descriptions for Premium camera subscribers, and a redesigned camera UI.
Samsung SmartThings network will be friends with Ikea’s Matter-ready devices
Samsung SmartThings now supports 25 IKEA Matter-over-Thread devices, including smart bulbs, plugs, sensors, and a scroll wheel remote.
Eight Sleep Pod review: Will better sleep make life easier?
The Eight Sleep Pod, armed with dynamic temperature control and biometric tracking, is a high-end investment that significantly improves sleep quality.
Samsung shows off cute new tabletop robot, and we hope it sees the light of day
Samsung has showcased Project Luna, a cute tabletop robot designed to act as a simple, AI -powered home companion. It looks promising, but given how Ballie was delayed and later shelved, there's still a question mark over whether this one will actually make it to market.
You can now pre-order Amazon’s stylish Ember Artline TVs
Pre-orders for the Amazon Ember Artline TVs are live in the US and Canada. Amazon's answer to the "art TV" trend features a 1.5-inch slim profile, a matte QLED panel, and a faster Fire TV experience at a starting price of $899.
Google Home is getting plenty of upgrades to polish your interactions with Gemini
Google is addressing the frustration of getting cut off mid-sentence with the latest batch of Gemini for Home updates, along with a couple of helpful improvements.
Beatbot Sora 70 Review: The Cordless 4-in-1 Robot That Finally Cleans Your Tanning Ledge
The Beatbot Sora 70 skips the gimmicky tech and gives you features that actually work to provide a spotless pool.
This Blink bundle gets you a video doorbell and three outdoor cameras for $103, and nothing needs wiring
The Blink Video Doorbell and Outdoor 4 three-camera bundle is down to $103.99, a 58% saving on a wireless home security system with HD night vision, two-year battery life, and dual-zone motion detection.
The eufy C10 robot vacuum is 54% off, and 8 weeks of hands-free cleaning for $219 is the home deal of the moment
The eufy C10 Self-Emptying Robot Vacuum is down to $219.99 in a limited-time deal, a 54% saving on a LiDAR-navigating robot vacuum with 8 weeks of hands-free operation, carpet detection, and a 2.85-inch slim design.
The smart home was supposed to be open, but it’s becoming a toll booth
The smart home promised seamless convenience. What it increasingly delivers is a polished system of gatekeeping, where screens, speakers, and dashboards shape what gets seen, what gets used, and what keeps charging after the hardware is already paid for.
Aiper Scuba V3 Review: Finally, a pool robot with an actual brain
The Aiper Scuba V3 offers great AI technology coupled with solid value
Laser chips promise faster, greener indoor wireless at gigabit speeds
Laser chips using light instead of radio waves deliver over 360 Gbps indoors while cutting energy use, offering a new way to ease Wi-Fi congestion in dense environments.
Anker Solix E10 Whole-Home Backup System Review: Power That Actually Fits Your Life
After rigorous testing, I can confidently say that the Anker Solix E10 can critical household necessities with ease, while scoring high on practicality and seamless convenience.
Catch up on news faster with Google Home’s new Gemini Live
Google Home’s Gemini Live upgrade adds interactive news you can explore by voice, turning quick updates into deeper conversations that adapt to your questions in real time.
Alexa+ can now order your chow from Grubhub and Uber Eats with a human twist
Alexa, you know the drill. Feed me.
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