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How to cancel your Ring account

There are two ways to cancel your Ring account, both of which take just a few minutes. Find out which one is easiest for you.
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ smart vacuum and mop near kids and pets

How to clean the bin and filter on the Roomba Combo j9+

Cleaning the bin and filter on the iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ is an important part of regular maintenance. Here's a comprehensive look at what it entails.
The upcoming Ikea motion sensor and door sensor on a yellow desktop.

Ikea launching 3 new smart home safety gadgets in 2024

Ikea is releasing a motion sensor, water sensor, and door and window sensor in 2024. Here's a look at what to expect when they roll out in the coming months.
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Best Buy deals: Save on laptops, TVs, appliances, and more

We've collected some of the best Best Buy deals happening today, whether it's computers or appliances, to help save you a bit of extra money.
Google Nest Home devices.

Best Google Nest deals: Save on Nest Thermostat, Hubs, and Doorbell

Check out the best Google Home deals and the best Google Nest deals and save big on some new tech for your smart home.
House buried in snow by blizzard.

The truth about outdoor smart home gadgets and extreme cold

Has your smart camera or smart light frozen solid? It's frustrating, but can it be prevented? Here's what to know about smart home devices and extreme cold.
The Dyson V15 Detect cordless vacuum with its laser.

Best Dyson deals: Cordless vacuums, purifying fans, and beauty

If you want to purchase high-performance home appliances like cordless vacuums and air purifiers, check out this roundup of the best Dyson deals right now.
The Wyze Cam Floodlight security camera outdoors.

How to properly place security cameras around your home

Security cameras are huge crime deterrents, but correct security camera placement is key. Cameras should be placed for maximum view and protection from thieves.
A DeWalt drill being used.

Best Cyber Monday power tool deals: DeWalt, Milwaukee, and more

The Arlo Pro 5S installed outside on a wall.

Why is my Arlo camera offline?

Trying to figure out why your Arlo camera is offline? There are several possible culprits to consider. Here's how to fix the issue.
A DeWalt drill being used.

DeWalt Cyber Monday Deals: Save on power tools and accessories

DeWalt has great deals on power tools *and* accessories for Cyber Monday this year. Here are our faves.
John Alexander using the Hodeamy heated floor mat.

My WFH foot warmer is just $30 today for Prime members

The Hodeamy Heated Floor Mat is on a special Cyber Monday deal for Prime members. It helped me keep my feet warm and now it can do the same for yours.
Digital Trends Best Black Friday Deals

Best Black Friday Deals Still Available: Laptops, TVs, Apple

A black Ember Smart Mug 2 on a countertop.

This is your excuse to buy a temperature controlled smart mug

If you always struggle with your hot drink getting cold, the Ember Mug 2 might be the solution, and this deal knocks $30 off the price.
The Eufy Smart Plug Mini connected to a kitchen outlet.

Best smart plug Black Friday deals: Get connected from just $10

There are a lot of benefits to equipping your home with smart plugs. If you want to buy one or more, you shouldn't miss the discounts from Black Friday deals.
The Anker Prime Power Bank sitting on a desk.

My kid needed a new portable charger, so I bought myself this instead

My teenager needed a new portable battery charger, so I gave her my old one and bought myself the futuristic Prime Power Bank from Anker instead.
Milwaukee Logo on glove.

Milwaukee Black Friday deals: Save on power tools and accessories

Here, we're looking at Milwaukee, which offers low cost tools all year long, but has really good Black Friday deals. You'll especially love their accessories.
A DeWalt drill being used.

The best cordless drill Black Friday deals on DeWalt and more

If you want to buy a new cordless drill from this year's Black Friday deals, enjoy huge discounts from our favorite bargains that we've gathered right here.

Best Thanksgiving deals: PS5, TVs, Nintendo Switch, and more

We've tracked down all the best Thanksgiving deals with some big discounts on the best tech. Take a look to find the best offer for you.
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Get up to 26% off Dabbsson portable power solutions to light up your holidays

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Before the holidays, during Black Friday and Cyber Week, you can get over 20% off Dabbsson portable power solutions. Keep the energy on through the storms.
The Breville Smart Oven air fryer and convection toaster on a countertop with a fully prepared Thanksgiving meal.

The best toaster oven Black Friday deals on Breville, Ninja, more

With thes Black Friday deals you can add a new toaster oven to your kitchen with some significant savings.
The Insignia 7-cubic feet chest freezer placed in a garage.

The best chest freezer Black Friday deals — From just $160

Grab some savings and some additional food storage space with this early Black Friday chest freezer deals.
A woman sleeps under the Octrot electric heated throw blanket in blue plaid.

Don’t miss these killer Black Friday heated blanket deals

Keep warm with some style and with some savings this winter, as you can currently grab these early Black Friday heated blanket deals.
Tineco PURE ONE Station being put away on charger

Tineco Black Friday deals: Smart vacuums galore to clean your floors

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These Tineco Black Friday deals include plenty of vacuums to clean your floors cleaner than they've ever been before, just ahead of the holidays.
The Roborock S8 Pro Ultra in a kitchen.

Best robot mops of 2023

In this list, we cover the best smart robot mops for hard floors. Here's a look at the best products from iRobot, Ecovacs, Roborock, and other leading brands.
The X2 Omni dock up against a wall.

The best smart home devices for 2023

With so many smart home gadgets available, finding the best products can be tough. But we're here to help. Check out our favorite smart home devices of 2023.
Tech of the Week Ring Grinch

Bring the Grinch to your front door with new Ring Quick Replies

Ring is adding several Quick Replies to its video doorbells, all of which are inspired by The Grinch. Here's a look at all six dialogue options.
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Black Friday battery deals: Save on AA and AAA batteries

Batteries remain an essential part of using many devices. We've got all the best Black Friday battery deals lined up here.
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You need to see these Tineco Black Friday wet-dry floor washer deals

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The Tineco Black Friday deals are here on wet-dry floor washers and smart home cleaning gear. If you want to make your holiday cleaning easier this is the way.
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Anker Black Friday deal: SOLIX C1000 portable power station is $350 off

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Anker is joining the Black Friday fun with a huge discount on the SOLIX C1000 portable power station, saving you over $300. Don't miss out.
The Arlo Essential Indoor Camera (Gen 2) with the Privacy Shield enabled.

Arlo Essential Indoor Camera Gen 1 vs. Arlo Essential Indoor Camera Gen 2

The updated Arlo Essential Indoor Camera offers a few perks not found on its predecessor, but should you replace your existing cameras? Here's what to know.
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Save 50% on Ancestry gift memberships and AncestryDNA kits for Cyber Week

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For Black Friday AND Cyber Week you can save up to 50% on Ancestry Gift Memberships and AncestryDNA kits. These deals won't last, act soon.
The Arlo Essential Indoor Camera (Gen 2) with the Privacy Shield enabled.

How to use the Privacy Shield on Arlo cameras

Many Arlo cameras use a Privacy Shield to physically block the lens from capturing footage. Here's how to activate and deactivate the useful feature.
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Top ways smart tech can save Thanksgiving dinner

Stressed about hosting a Thanksgiving dinner? We share the tech and gadgets (you probably already have some) that can help make it the best holiday ever.