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The best smart home gym equipment

Looking for the best smart home gym equipment? We tested the top connected fitness products, including smart bikes, treadmills, rowers, and AI-powered strength trainers.
Computer, Electronics, Laptop, Smart Home

My smart home experiment has reached its natural limit

The first device I added to my smart home was a light bulb. It seemed like the safest possible place to start. I could turn it on from anywhere, put it on a schedule, and eventually work it into routines with everything else. Then I tapped the button in the app and waited. The delay […]
Grass, Lawn, Plant

The GOKO M6 Robotic Lawn Mower Brings Industrial Robotics to Modern Lawn Care

Choosing a robotic lawn mower isn't just about automation anymore. The best models don't just cut grass, they're built to tackle steep slopes, tricky yards and larger grounds with minimal effort. The GOKO M6 is a good example of how premium robotic mowers are making lawn care smarter, more capable, and easier to manage.
Person, Security, Electronics

Top Smart Home Upgrades Worth Making Before Your Summer Break

A smarter home goes beyond security. Whether you're heading off on a vacation this summer or making the most of longer days outdoors, discover these EZVIZ devices designed to help you stay connected, simplify everyday home management, and enjoy greater peace of mind wherever life takes you.
Person, Security, Tape

EZVIZ Sets a New Benchmark for Battery Powered Home Surveillance

Modern homeowners expect more than motion alerts and clear video. From AI-powered detection and solar charging to advanced multi-lens monitoring, discover how EZVIZ is setting a new benchmark for battery-powered home security with solutions designed for every property.
Imaginary AI products

I tried to parody the most absurd AI products, but the tech industry beat me to it

I tried inventing AI gadgets too absurd for the tech industry. Then I found toothbrushes, litter boxes, headphones, and appliances that had already beaten me there.
The Amazon Echo Hub showing the main screen.

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.
Grass, Lawn, Plant

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.
Home Decor, Adult, Female

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.
Grass, Plant, Lawn

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.
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.
Architecture, Building, Hotel

The smart home was supposed to be open, but it’s becoming a toll booth

The smart home promised seamless convenience. What it increasingly delivers is a polished system of gatekeeping, where screens, speakers, and dashboards shape what gets seen, what gets used, and what keeps charging after the hardware is already paid for.
Grass, Lawn, Plant

Beyond the Boundary Wire: How Yardcare and the New N1600PRO are Leading the Robotic Mower Revolution

Yardcare can end your exhausting manual mowing right now. Introducing the N1600PRO, the smart wire-free lawnmower has a precise offer for homeowners looking to tap into smart upgrade. With RTK + Vision navigation along the intelligent app control, this robotic mower can deliver a perfectly trimmed outdoor space without spending hours.
Furniture, Adult, Female

MOVA Spring Sale: Up to $500 Off on Smart Robots to Take the Weight Off Your Shoulders

Spring cleaning does not mean week-long exhaustion anymore. MOVA's Spring sale on the robot cleaning assistants promise an automated home, that is simply a smart reset to modern lifestyle.
AEKE

AEKE K1 is a smart home gym that evolves with your family

Let’s be honest: trying to get an entire household to agree on a fitness routine is usually a recipe for disaster. It often feels like trying to solve a puzzle where the pieces keep changing shape. You have adults balancing the stress of work and the exhaustion of parenting, kids who are glued to their […]
Grass, Lawn, Plant

A new era for smart lawns: How Mova LiDAX Ultra series blends autonomy with excellence

When robotic mowers arrived on the scene, they promised a future where you could just set them up and forget, as the machine took care of your lawn. That didn’t quite pan out. Caring for a lawn is a tedious chore that involves plenty of noise, labor, and lost hours. And let’s not forget, even […]
Device, Appliance, Electrical Device

Move over HEPA: NanoJet technology revolutionizes medical-grade air purification

Air purifiers haven’t fundamentally changed in decades. Most still rely on bulky HEPA filters, high-powered fans, and consumable cartridges that must run continuously to be effective. It’s a model built on the assumption that constant air circulation and filtration are the only way to clean indoor air.But what if they aren’t? Meet AirSancta®, a company […]
Floor, Flooring, Architecture

The fast-charge future: YEEDI S20 Infinity shines at CES 2026

While the show floor at CES 2026 is filled with experimental “Physical AI” and humanoid concepts, one device is already delivering the promises of the future. The YEEDI S20 Infinity is a high-performance “Home Agent” that solves the two biggest hurdles discussed at this year’s show: downtime and maintenance fatigue. Most robot vacuums are good […]
Aiper IrriSense 2

This smart product ensures you’ll never forget to water your garden again

The Aiper IrriSense 2 is a smart irrigation system which makes worrying about your lawn a thing of the past.
Govee Ceiling Light Ultra

Govee’s CES showcase shows smart lighting as part of everyday life

At CES, Govee is showcasing a new generation of smart lighting, demonstrating how advanced color control, adaptive automation, and creative lighting features can integrate naturally into everyday home environments.
DREO CES 2026

Take a tour of DREO’s CES 2026 booth, and meet its reinvented misting fans

DREO's new TurboCool technology reinvents misting fans, and CES 2026 brings three fans which offer it.
Clothing, Footwear, Shoe

FOSSiBOT’s rugged tech illustrates the convergence of power, vision, and mobility

From blackout-ready power to phones that see in the dark, FOSSiBOT’s latest lineup shows how resilience is becoming everyday infrastructure—not specialist gear.
Eureka Z50 Continuous Fresh Water

Eureka’s new smart vacuums bring premium floor care to everyday homes

Eureka’s latest robot and wet/dry vacuums bring fresh-water mopping, steam cleaning, and smarter automation into the mid-market, signalling a shift toward more practical, hygienic floor care for everyday homes.
Collage of Dreame Products with Digital Trends Publisher Awards Badge

Dreame’s CES 2026 lineup: this year’s standout innovations

From robot vacs and smart pool cleaners, to hair care and air purification, Dreame has you covered.
Tineco FLOOR ONE S6 Stretch Steam 2

Tineco’s FLOOR ONE lineup at CES 2026 takes smart floor care to the next level

The Tineco FLOOR ONE lineup offers cordless and corded smart floor-care solutions that combine suction power, hot-water and steam cleaning, hands-free maintenance, and tailored features for diverse homes and lifestyles.
Samsung CES 2026

There will be no escape from Samsung’s AI, but I’m okay with that

AI was the dominate theme throughout Samsung's CES 2026 press conference.
New Govee products for CES 2026

Govee’s vision for smart lighting goes beyond illumination

Govee’s CES 2026 showcase hints at a future where smart lighting adapts to mood, routine, and wellbeing—not just schedules and commands.
CES 2026

5 big announcements to look out for at CES 2026

Here are our five picks for some of the new announcements and unveilings expected at CES 2026.
An Android phone showing Amazon listings, next to a Realme laptop with a game listing, with a Christmas tree in the background.

Master your after Christmas sales shopping spree with these top tips

Find the Christmas sale discounts you need with these shopping tips
LG's banner poster for its CES 2025 event.

We’ll soon discover 2026’s big TV trend thanks to LG’s CES announcements

Here's what to expect from LG at CES 2026 including TVs, monitors and speakers.
Philips 4000 series smart lock on a white front door

A key to a safer, smarter home: how Philips Home Access is redefining the front door

The Philips 4200 and 4000 Series smart deadbolts are no longer the traditional lock-and-key mechanisms. Rather, they are access hubs for the modern home.
Tineco Pure ONE Station 5 Cordless Smart Vacuum with 2.5L Auto Dust Base, Full-Path Self-Cleaning, 175W Suction, ZeroTangle Tech, iLoop Smart Sensor, Suitbale for Hard Floor & Carpet

I tested the Tineco Pure ONE Station 5 and Dyson V11, there’s a clear winner

Two premium cordless vacuums are put through their paces in a busy family home.
Person unmounting a Ring doorbell.

My Ring doorbell has made the world pink — and I’m wondering if it’s time to move on

Retire the Ring, or stick with Amazon?
The Baseus Security X1 Pro Outdoor Dual Camera, installed outdoors.

The Baseus X1 Pro Outdoor Dual Camera will use AI to keep your home safe

The Baseus Security X1 Pro Outdoor Dual Camera features built-in AI, dual independent cameras, and a weatherproof design. Join the Kickstarter campaign for this security camera to enjoy huge discounts!
amazon launching Alexa+ assistant.

4 reasons why you should really pay attention to Amazon’s Alexa+

Amazon’s fresh slate of hardware is here, but the real bonus is the assistant powering them. Alexa+ promises an evolution, and these four core areas show why should finally pay attention to the hype around it.
Amazon executive introducing new cameras.

My biggest win from Amazon’s hardware-packed event weren’t its devices

Amazon's latest slate of smart home devices bring a host of hardware upgrades to the tables, but it's the focus on experience-driven benefits and software perks that really raises their mass appeal.
A black, spherical smart speaker (the Echo Studio 2025) sitting on a wooden side in a home.

I can’t wait to get Amazon’s new Echo speakers in my home – Google and Apple can’t compete

Amazon's redesigned Echo give Alexa+ the platform they need to succeed.