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Ecovacs Deebot T20 Omni brings hot water washin, mop-lifting skills to Deebot lineup
The Ecovacs Deebot T20 Omni is making some big changes compared to the T10 Omni, offering a retractable mophead and the ability to wash its mops with hot water.
Roku is now in the home security business
Roku is now in the home security business
The Roku Home Monitoring System SE integrates with your Roku player or TV to let you monitor and control things with your remote.
GE Lighting launches colorful, customizable rope lights with a built-in microphone
GE Lighting launches colorful, customizable rope lights with a built-in microphone
The Dynamic Effects Neon-Shape Smart Lights are compatible with both Alexa and Google Home, and can adjust their performance in real time based on nearby sound.
Google Home adds support for garage door controls
Google Home adds support for garage door controls
The features are only available to select users, but Google Home now allows you to remotely open and close your garage door.
Ring’s new indoor camera features a built-in privacy shutter
Ring’s new indoor camera features a built-in privacy shutter
The new Ring Indoor Cam features a built-in privacy shutter that disables both audio and video recording. The device goes on sale May 24 and retails for $60.
Your Google smart home devices just got a lot less talkative
Your Google smart home devices just got a lot less talkative
Google is expanding its chime alert feature to a variety of new devices, which should streamline the process of giving voice commands to your smart home.
The Nest Thermostat is the first smart thermostat with Matter support
The Nest Thermostat is the first smart thermostat with Matter support
The Nest Thermostat now supports Matter, making it the first smart thermostat to work with the interoperability standard.
Your Roomba robot vacuum now doubles as a security guard
Your Roomba robot vacuum now doubles as a security guard
Select users can now activate the Remote Check-In feature on their Roomba j7, which lets the device function as a makeshift security camera.
Google stops updating third-party smart displays
Google stops updating third-party smart displays
Smart displays from LG, JBL, and Lenovo running Google Assistant will no longer see updates, as Google pivots to focus efforts on AI.
Google partners with ADT to launch new smart home security system
Google partners with ADT to launch new smart home security system
Google and ADT have launched a DIY smart security plan that lets you piece together your perfect system and is available at a variety of price points.
The underappreciated Amazon Sidewalk network is bigger than you think
The underappreciated Amazon Sidewalk network is bigger than you think
Amazon Sidewalk is a low-power network that helps keep your smart home devices online, and Amazon has officially revealed its gigantic coverage map.
The Aventon Abound cargo ebike is perfect for grocery trips, hauling gear, and more
The Aventon Abound cargo ebike is perfect for grocery trips, hauling gear, and more
Aventon is launching its Abound cargo ebike, an excellent and versatile bike for quick grocery trips, commutes with gear, and much more. Learn more here.
Nanoleaf opens preorders for its first-ever Matter smart lights
Nanoleaf opens preorders for its first-ever Matter smart lights
The Nanoleaf Essentials lineup is now available for preorder, offering full support for Matter and making it easy to light up your home.
Ecovacs introduces three new robot vacuums for homes of all sizes
Ecovacs introduces three new robot vacuums for homes of all sizes
ECOVACS is launching a trio of new robot vacuums, all of which offer premium features such as advanced navigation abilities and enhanced suction.
Tackle dirt and dust with DEEBOT T10 OMNI’s state-of-the-art A.I. technology
Tackle dirt and dust with DEEBOT T10 OMNI’s state-of-the-art A.I. technology
ECOVACS latest all-in-one cleaning solution, the DEEBOT T10 OMNI comes with one of the most impressive docking stations and feature sets we've seen to date.
Apple might launch a HomePod smart display in 2024
Apple might launch a HomePod smart display in 2024
Apple might be preparing to launch its first-ever smart display in 2024, with reports indicating a HomePod with a seven-inch touchscreen is in development.
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus offers improved battery life and new aspect ratio
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus offers improved battery life and new aspect ratio
Ring is launching the Battery Doorbell Plus on April 5, which features enhanced battery life, a new aspect ratio, and an improved filming resolution.
Ring Alarm, video doorbells will soon lock free features behind a paywall
Ring Alarm, video doorbells will soon lock free features behind a paywall
Ring is making changes to its Ring Protect plans, which will now be required to access previously free features on Ring Alarms, video doorbells, and cameras.
Anker is launching an iceless cooler that can chill food for 42 hours
Anker is launching an iceless cooler that can chill food for 42 hours
The Anker EverFrost will be available in three sizes, all of which offer an iceless design that's built to take you off the beaten path. Here's a closer look.
Arlo extends end-of-life support for legacy cameras and doorbells
Arlo extends end-of-life support for legacy cameras and doorbells
Arlo announced in January that it was looking to sunset a few legacy products, but the company has since revised its plans. Here's how things now shake out.
New Ikea air quality sensor arrives just in time for spring
New Ikea air quality sensor arrives just in time for spring
Ikea is launching a new air quality sensor, called Vindstyrka, in April, although we still don't have an exact release date or pricing details.
Yale Assure Lock 2 is getting a bold new color later this year
Yale Assure Lock 2 is getting a bold new color later this year
The Yale Assure Lock 2 is one of the best smart locks on the market, and later this year it’ll be available in the vibrant Viva Magenta color option.
