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Amazon wants to design in-house chips for Kindles, Fire TV, and Echo speakers

Ming-Chi Kuo reports Amazon will shift to in-house chips for Kindle and Fire TV starting in 2027, and Amazon's own hardware chief corroborated the direction hours later.
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Beatbot’s AI pool cleaners aim to keep your Summer celebration going during peak season with deep discounts

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SwitchBot’s new outdoor security camera uses AI to describe activity around your home

EcoFlow Delta 3 Ultra power station

EcoFlow DELTA 3 Ultra Plus Review: Portability meets serious firepower

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Amazon’s new Fire Sticks are turning sideloading into a thing of the past

Geme Terra 2 composter

GEME Terra 2 review: Can an indoor composter actually reduce kitchen waste?

Electronics, Phone, Speaker

I dug these last-hour Prime Day smart home, laptop, and accessory deals that are irresistible

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The Google Home Speaker is impressive, until you look at the power cable

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I went looking for the best Prime Day bargains on Google hardware, and these are the winners

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This Prime Day, Sylvox Is Offering Up To 28% Off Its Frameless Outdoor TVs

32 Prime Day Upgrades Worth Adding to Your Cart

32 Prime Day Upgrades Worth Adding to Your Cart

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This modular robot mower handles up to 6 acres, and it’s over $1,000 off for Prime Day

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Electronics, Screen, Computer Hardware

Apple TV and HomePod mini with Apple Intelligence could land in 2027

Apple's AI ambitions may soon reach the living room. A new report suggests updated Apple TV and HomePod mini models are deep in testing, though the biggest changes could happen under the hood rather than on the outside.
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Jackery’s FridgeGuard is the slimmest fridge backup battery you can buy right now

Power outages may be unavoidable, but Jackery’s new FridgeGuard and HomePower Series are designed to make them a lot less disruptive.
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Google’s new $99 Home Speaker offers 360-degree audio and next-gen Gemini perks

Google's new Home Speaker is available to pre-order at $99 in four colors, featuring Gemini AI and 360-degree audio.
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Your smart home devices could be part of a cybercrime network without you knowing

Some internet-connected gadgets may contain hidden software backdoors that allow cybercriminals to route traffic through home networks, carry out fraud, and launch cyberattacks without the owner's knowledge.
Aiper Irrisense 2

Aiper IrriSense 2 review: A smarter sprinkler for small yards

Is this 4-in-1 smart sprinkler worth the upgrade? In our Aiper IrriSense 2 review, we test its multi-zone mapping, EvenRain tech, and app control.
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Amazon’s Echo Hub just became the control freak your smart home needed

Amazon is giving its Echo Hub a major refresh, making the smart home control panel feel a lot more useful than before. The biggest changes aren't what you'd expect.
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Amazon’s Sleep Studio feature turns Echo devices into a soothing sleep-bringer for kids

Amazon has launched Sleep Studio, a new feature for Echo Kids devices that automates bedtime routines with curated sleep content.
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Apple Home app’s new AI superpowers are about to make your life easier

Apple Intelligence is coming to the Home app, and it can now read your camera footage, summarize what happened, and let you search clips by what they captured.
Electronics, Speaker, Appliance

Google says Nest cameras can now identify and track your furry friends at home

Google's Pet Memory lets supported Nest cameras identify pets by name, but Ring's Search Party backlash shows why AI pet recognition already carries privacy baggage.
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Anker Solix S2000 can keep your fridge running for long blackout hours and it’s now up for grabs

The Anker SOLIX S2000 is now available at $680, offering up to 35 hours of continuous refrigerator backup, proprietary OptiSave Technology, and a 15-year battery life.
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Google’s first new smart speaker in six years might finally have a release date

A since-removed Best Buy Canada listing suggests June 25, 2026, as the Google Home Speaker's launch date.
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My Lawn Used to be a Never-Ending Weekend Job Until the LEBOSBO V3 Took Over

Having a sharp, manicured outdoor space is something many homeowners dream of, but the amount of work behind maintaining that perfect lawn is often overlooked. From exhausting weekend mowing sessions to constant upkeep, the process can quickly become overwhelming. The LEBOSBO V3 solves that frustration through intelligent automation, wire-free convenience, and a far more hands-free mowing experience that requires little to no manual intervention.
Electronics, Speaker

YEEDI S20 Infinity Ultra: redefining what robot vacuums should actually clean

YEEDI S20 Infinity Ultra brings spray-before-clean pre-treatment, powerful suction, and intelligent navigation together to tackle dried stains and sticky mess, redefining what automated cleaning can achieve in real homes.
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Narwal Freo Z10 Turbo Delivers Flagship Features Without the Flagship Price

The Narwal Freo Z10 Turbo brings flagship-level suction, CarpetFocus technology, and low-maintenance cleaning into a more accessible price range, making it a strong upgrade for modern homes.
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The iGarden Pool Cleaner M1-AI Series Is Making Modern Outdoor Living Effortlessly Luxurious

Owning a pool may look luxurious, but the constant upkeep behind it can quickly become a frustrating job that takes over weekend relaxation. The iGarden Pool Cleaner M1-AI Series aims to change that through AI-powered cleaning, adaptive suction, and intelligent navigation designed to transform routine pool maintenance into a far more effortless, hands-free experience.
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Google just made Gemini for Home a lot better at running your smart home

Google has rolled out a new Gemini for Home update with smarter camera search, faster device controls, better onboarding, and new Google Home app improvements.
Computer Hardware, Electronics, Hardware

Pet tech is ridiculous, and I hate how badly I want it

Pet tech feels like anxiety with Wi-Fi, but smart feeders, trackers, cameras, and health alerts become harder to mock when cats start acting weird.
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This Google Home update is all about smarter automation

Google Home update expands automation with new triggers, conditions, and actions, allowing smarter control across devices like locks, lights, appliances, and sensors.
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Bose turns up the volume on home audio with its sleekest and smartest Lifestyle Collection

Bose has launched the Lifestyle Collection, a trio of premium home audio products featuring a wireless smart speaker, an immersive soundbar, and a powerful subwoofer.
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Your Google Home just got a lot better with the latest April update

The April Google Home update brings Gemini for Home up to 1.5 seconds faster for device commands, AI timeline descriptions for Premium camera subscribers, and a redesigned camera UI.
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Samsung SmartThings network will be friends with Ikea’s Matter-ready devices

Samsung SmartThings now supports 25 IKEA Matter-over-Thread devices, including smart bulbs, plugs, sensors, and a scroll wheel remote.
Indoors, Interior Design, Furniture

Eight Sleep Pod review: Will better sleep make life easier?

The Eight Sleep Pod, armed with dynamic temperature control and biometric tracking, is a high-end investment that significantly improves sleep quality.
Samsung Project Luna at Milan Design Week

Samsung shows off cute new tabletop robot, and we hope it sees the light of day

Samsung has showcased Project Luna, a cute tabletop robot designed to act as a simple, AI -powered home companion. It looks promising, but given how Ballie was delayed and later shelved, there's still a question mark over whether this one will actually make it to market.
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You can now pre-order Amazon’s stylish Ember Artline TVs

Pre-orders for the Amazon Ember Artline TVs are live in the US and Canada. Amazon's answer to the "art TV" trend features a 1.5-inch slim profile, a matte QLED panel, and a faster Fire TV experience at a starting price of $899.
Gemini on a Google Nest Hub

Google Home is getting plenty of upgrades to polish your interactions with Gemini

Google is addressing the frustration of getting cut off mid-sentence with the latest batch of Gemini for Home updates, along with a couple of helpful improvements.
Beatbot Sora 70 pool cleaner

Beatbot Sora 70 Review: The Cordless 4-in-1 Robot That Finally Cleans Your Tanning Ledge

The Beatbot Sora 70 skips the gimmicky tech and gives you features that actually work to provide a spotless pool.

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