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The Lockly Visage Smart Lock

Lockly is bringing Matter and facial recognition to your front door in 2024

Lockly revealed a new smart lock with facial recognition during CES 2024, as well as a Matter hub that supports most existing smart locks.
The Ecovacs X2 Combo installed in a home.

Ecovacs upgrades the X2 Omni robot vacuum with a cordless vacuum attachment

Along with the new robot vacuum, Ecovacs revealed a robotic window cleaner, robot lawn mower, and an air purifier at CES 2024. Here's a look at the highlights.
The Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra placed in its dock.

Roborock shows off highly automated robot vacuums at CES 2024

Revealed during CES 2024, the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra can connect to your drain and water lines to automatically refill and empty its water tanks.
The Home Depot Hubspace logo on a white background.

Home Depot expands its Hubspace smart home lineup at CES 2024

Home Depot showed off several new additions to the Hubspace catalog at CES 2024, including a smart thermostat, security system, and chest freezer.
The Narwal Freo X Ultra working in a living room.

Narwal’s ‘hairodynamic’ robot mops debut at CES 2024

Narwal revealed two robot mops at CES 2024, both of which offer impressive suction, large dustbins, and a design that prevents hair from tangling its brushes.
The BMind smart mirror installed in a bathroom.

Baracoda shows off first smart mirror for mental wellness at CES 2024

The BMind smart mirror is designed to improve your mental health without an intrusive smartphone app, and it walked away with a 2024 CES Innovation Award.
A couple of Tile trackers in a gift box.

The best last-minute tech gifts under $100

Gifting doesn't have to break the bank. There are plenty of cool tech options out there for less than $100, and we've rounded up some of the best.
The Eve Light Switch (Matter) installed on a wall.

Eve expands Matter lineup with smart outlet, light switch, and blinds

Three new Eve products are arriving in 2024, all of which offer full support from Matter. The lineup includes a light switch, smart outlet, and smart blinds.
The Ikea Dajlien Air Purifier sitting by a chair.

Ikea’s new Dajlien home fitness collection features portable air purifier, much more

The Ikea Dajlien collection features 19 items designed to offer a robust home fitness experience without taking up much space.
The interface on Google Home allowing you to capture custom clips.

Google Home adds new camera features and support for Nest Cam Outdoor

Public Preview users can now link their first-generation Nest Cam Outdoor to Google Home and access a couple new features across a variety of cameras.
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.
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.
An Amazon smart display on a kitchen counter.

Alexa adds new features to help with your holiday shopping

Amazon is rolling out new features to Alexa, allowing you to scan handwritten shopping lists to the app and get instant access to the best deals.
Astro for Business in patrol mode.

Amazon Astro gets a day job with Astro for Business

Astro for Business is designed to help keep small businesses safe and shares many similarities with Amazon Astro. Here's a look at the newly released robot.
The Tapo C120 installed on a fence.

The TP-Link Tapo C120 is an affordable security camera designed for all environments

The TP-Link Tapo C120 costs $40, offers 2K video capture, and supports microSD cards. Here's a closer look at the indoor/outdoor camera.
The Arlo Total Security package on a blue background.

Arlo enhances home security offerings with new Arlo Total Security plans

The Arlo Total Security plans are all-in-one solutions for home security, offering professional monitoring and required hardware for as low as $10 per month.
A person holding the SwitchBot K10+ robot vacuum.

The SwitchBot Mini Robot Vacuum K10+ is designed for cramped rooms and tight spaces

The SwitchBot Mini Robot Vacuum K10+ might not be as large as the competition, but it's not lacking in premium features. Here's a look at the quirky robot.
The Emporia Smart Plug with a cable attached.

Emporia resolves issue with Smart Plugs that spurred recall

A voluntary recall impacts a large portion of Emporia Smart Plugs, though there are currently no known injuries or damage caused by faulty products.
The Wyze Video Doorbell v2 installed near a front door.

New Wyze Video Doorbell v2 offers microSD card slot, 2K resolution for just $40

The Wyze Video Doorbell v2 is a big improvement over its predecessor, offering a microSD slot, 2K video capture, and a budget-friendly price.
A stylized version of a smart home with various rooms containing smart home gadgets.

Matter adds support for fridges, air purifiers, robot vacuums, and more with massive 1.2 update

The Matter 1.2 update is now available, bringing the interoperability standard to nine new device types -- including robot vacuums, air purifiers, and more.
A Ring Video Doorbell next to Halloween decorations.

Ring celebrates Halloween by adding spooky Quick Replies to its video doorbells

Spooky Halloween Quick Replies are now available for Ring Video Doorbells, including a werewolf's howl and a witch brewing in a cauldron.
The Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera install near a door.

Ecobee takes on Ring, Arlo with its first smart doorbell camera

The Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera is the company's first video doorbell, featuring a generous viewing angle and premium materials.
nanoleaf reveals matter smart lamps cono lamp

Nanoleaf reveals four new Matter devices, including two smart lamps

Nanoleaf is launching two Matter-enabled smart lamps in the coming months, as well as two other products for its Essentials lineup.
Nanoleaf's Matter-enabled holiday lights on a staircase.

Nanoleaf gets into the holiday spirit with Matter-enabled string lights

The Nanoleaf Matter Smart Holiday String Lights feature 250 LED bulbs and nine preset scenes, and are rated for outdoor use. They begin shipping in mid-October.
An illustration showing Earth-orbiting space junk.

U.S. issues its first-ever fine for space debris

The Federal Communications Commission has ordered Dish Network to pay a fine for failing to maneuver its defunct satellite to a safe orbit.
A person opening the Yale Assure Lock 2 with their Apple Watch.

New Yale Assure Lock 2 models get fingerprint scanner, support for Apple Home keys

The new Yale Assure Lock 2 models add a fingerprint scanner and support for Apple Home keys. Here's a look at the Assure Lock 2 Touch and Assure Lock 2 Plus.
The X2 Omni clenaing under a bed.

Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni boasts a new square design and improved vacuuming skills

The Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni is getting a big upgrade compared to the X1 Omni, thanks to a square design, improved charging station, and 8,000 Pa of suction.
The Eero 7 Max works with Wi-Fi 7.

No sane person should spend $600 on a consumer-level router

The Eero Max 7 appears, by all accounts, to be an outstanding home router. If only it didn't cost so much.
Blink's Outdoor 4 flood light has built-in LED illumination.

New Ring and Blink cams bring extended range, battery life, 3D motion detection

New Ring and Blink devices were announced at Amazon's Devices Event 2023, and fans of both Amazon-owned companies are in for a treat. Here's everything we know.
Amazon SVP of Devices and Services Dave Limp demonstrates the Let's Chat feature of Alexa, powered by AI.

At long last, Amazon brings AI features to Alexa

Alexa is getting even smarter, thanks to improved learning models and generative AI capabilities. It's all coming soon to an Echo device near you.
The Amazon Echo Frames on display at the 2023 Amazon fall devices event.

Amazon’s Echo family expands with an on-wall hub, smart glasses, and more

Amazon's third-gen Echo Show 8 is hitting shelves soon, and there's plenty to love about the new-and-improved smart display.
The Ring Pet Tag on a dog collar.

Ring helps you find your lost furry friend with the Ring Pet Tag

The Ring Pet Tag lets you know when a lost pet is found and informs the rescuer of any health concerns they should know about. It's also highly affordable.
The iRobot j9+ cleaning a floor and retracting its mop.

iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop is perfect for high-pile carpet

The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop uses a fully retractible mophead to prevent itself from tracking water across your carpet.
The Roborock Q8 Nax next to a wall.

Roborock is launching two affordable robot vacuums in October

The Q5 Pro and Q8 Max both start at $600 or less, offer mopping and vacuuming skills, and support up to 5,500 Pa of suction.