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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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LG PuriCare AeroTower Review: Powerful, quiet, effective

By Patrick Hearn
The LG PuriCare AeroTower sits in the center of a room and cools the entire space.
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Ecobee’s new thermostats include an air quality monitor

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Bluetooth hack compromises Teslas, digital locks, and more

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For Get Caught Reading Month, let Alexa suggest a book

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There’s no new Nest Hub, but that’s OK

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EcoFlow’s Wave portable AC arrives just in time for summer

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How to cancel your Ring account

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The best surge protectors you can get in 2022

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How to stop your robot vacuum from going under furniture

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Can you use a Blink Outdoor Camera without a subscription?

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Is a bidet worth it?

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The ‘Look and Talk’ feature means you don’t have to say ‘Hey Google’

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Vivint’s new updates make its smart home system even smarter

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Chilisleep Dock Pro Sleep System review: Room for improvement

The Chilisleep Dock Pro ME Sleep System is designed to keep you cool and comfortable at night.
By Patrick Hearn
The Dock Pro ME covers only one side of the bed.

Tineco Carpet One review: Powerful, efficient cleaning

The Tineco Carpet One Smart Carpet Cleaner pulls dirt from your carpet that you didn't even know was there.
By Patrick Hearn
The Tineco Carpet One cleans a dirty floor.

ESF00+ Smart Fitness Scale review: Track the good, bad, & BMI

The Etekcity ESF00+ offers a sleek design and a lot of data to help you keep track of your fitness goals.
By Joni Blecher
Etekcity ESF00+ scale displaying data.

Canary Pro review: Decent performance, high cost

The Canary Pro is a self-monitored home security system, but its subscription service costs a pretty penny.
By Patrick Hearn
The Canary Pro on a table.
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What is Amazon’s Alexa, and what can it do?

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The best Alexa speakers

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Funny things to ask Alexa

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Amazon might be using Alexa to send you targeted ads

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Alexa can now tell you when a package is delivered

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The 8 best Alexa music stations

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What is Alexa Rank? Everything you need to know

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The most common Instant Pot problems and how to fix them

By Erika Rawes, Tyler Lacoma
The Instant Pot Duo Mini on a counter.

Which Instant Pot should you buy? All of the models compared

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How to set up an Amazon Echo

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The best Google Home tips, tricks, and Easter eggs

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How to set up your Google Home, Home Mini, or Nest Hub device

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Why does my Roomba robot vacuum keep going in circles?

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iRobot Roomba i3 Plus cleaning a wooden floor.

How to use Alexa to play radio stations

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How to connect your Ring camera or doorbell to Wi-Fi

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Best Blink camera deals for May 2022

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Best generator deals for May 2022

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Best washer and dryer deals for Memorial Day 2022

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Best vacuum cleaner deals for May 2022

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Best appliance package deals and sales for May 2022

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Best office chair deals for May 2022

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Best air fryer deals for Memorial Day 2022 (and now!)

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Best Dyson Deals: Save on purifying fans, cordless vacuums

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The Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal cordless vacuum cleaning a mess made by a baby.

Best oven deals for May 2022

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Best Nest Thermostat deals for May 2022

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Kitchen Appliance Package Deals: Save up to $1,670 today

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Best iRobot Roomba deals for May 2022

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This self-emptying robot vacuum and mop is $250 off today

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Best Memorial Day Sales 2022: When do the deals start?

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Why you need this alarm clock with Google Assistant — now $30

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The Sandman wars, or how accurate are sleep trackers?

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