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The latest news, reviews, and discussions about everything related to your home. From Amazon’s Alexa-powered smart speakers to cooking apps to connected lights and security cameras, Digital Trends has the inside scoop on the latest happenings in the smart home space.

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Peloton Bike review: Big on the experience, bigger on the personalities

Come for the ride and stay for the experience. The Peloton Bike will suck you into the hype around Peloton.
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Govee StarPal Smart Lamp review: The take-it-anywhere portable light source

Whether you're at home or on the go, the Govee StarPal is a portable smart lamp rich in features and colors.
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NordicTrack Vault Review: A winning home gym and smart mirror combo

A smart home gym never looked this good. Plus, there's no clutter as weights can be stored in the cabinet.
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Google Nest Doorbell (battery) Review: Beauty and brains in one package

It’s not the most feature-rich or specs-heavy video doorbell around, but it works flawlessly and looks great.
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The most common Instant Pot problems, and how to fix them

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ADT vs. Vivint: Which home security system is best?

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