Samsung just folded another app into SmartThings, and I’m all for the cleanup
SmartThings version 1.8.51.30 brings a redesigned Home tab, resizable cards, and absorbs the discontinued Samsung Sound app.
These 5 robot vacuum deals are where I’d start before October Prime Day
Shop five Amazon robot vacuum deals ahead of October Prime Day, from a $240 self-emptying Shark to Roborock, Eufy, and Dreame vacuum-and-mop combos.
I’d start with these 5 coffee maker deals ahead of Prime Day
Shop five Amazon coffee maker deals ahead of October Prime Day, from a $29.73 drip brewer to discounted Nespresso, Breville, and Ninja espresso machines.
Apple’s long-awaited smart home display hub could arrive on October 13
Apple reportedly plans to kick off a major smart home expansion on October 13 with a new display-based hub, updated HomePod mini, and refreshed Apple TV.
Flourish 1 promises to learn household chores in 30 minutes, but it’ll cost $3,555
Flourish says its $3,555 home robot can learn a household task in 30 minutes through phone demonstrations. Preorders are open for 50 units, but practical questions remain ahead of planned December deliveries
These 4 power station deals ahead of Prime Day start at $113
Explore four Amazon power station deals from Anker, DJI, and Bluetti, starting at $113, for camping trips, laptop charging, and backup during outages
Arlo’s new security camera combines solar power with a big battery for low-maintenance monitoring
Arlo's new $99.99 Essential Solar Security Camera pairs a built-in solar panel with a huge battery, promising up to six months of operation without a recharge.
These 4 security camera deals cover more ground for less ahead of Prime Day
Shop four Amazon security camera and video doorbell deals from Blink, Ring, and Eufy ahead of October Prime Day, with prices starting at just $27.99.
Dyson’s new R1 robot vacuum skips the mop, and that might be its best feature
The Dyson R1 Nurovi Dry skips mopping for a smaller dock, pairing dust-responsive suction with a bagless design for households that only want vacuuming.
A smarter home doesn’t need a full makeover. These 4 Amazon deals are a start
Shop four Amazon smart home deals ahead of October Prime Day, including an Amazon thermostat, SwitchBot hub, Govee floor lamp, and Levoit air purifier.
I went hunting for early Prime Day deals. These 10 made the cut
Amazon’s early Prime Day deals already include big discounts on Apple, Ring, Hisense, Anker, Sennheiser, Beats, and more ahead of October 6.
Beatbot Sora 30 and iSkim review: The best cleanup crew for your pool
I think the Beatbot Sora 30 and iSkim Duo are a great package for anyone wanting a solid no-frills, hardworking pool cleanup team. And what it lacks in features, it makes up for in simplicity and reliability
A sluggish TV doesn’t need replacing. These 4 streaming deals start at $18
These four early Prime Day streaming device deals start at $17.99, with Amazon Fire TV sticks, the Fire TV Cube, and Roku Ultra for different setups.
Skip the rush: 5 Amazon device deals worth checking before October Prime Day
ese five early Amazon device deals include two Fire tablets, a $12.98 Smart Plug, and Blink and Ring security bundles. Check the subscription costs.
SwitchBot’s tiny new robot vacuum brings 12,000 Pa of suction to the tightest corners of your home
SwitchBot's K11+ Pro robot vacuum offers 12,000 Pa of suction, quieter cleaning, anti-tangle brushes, and 90 days of auto-empty operation.
Ring Air Quality Monitor review: A basic, low-cost home safety add-on you probably want
The Ring Air Quality Monitor measures fewer things than most of its competitors, but what redeems it is the PM2.5 sensor, which you get for less than a third of what an Airthings brand detector costs.
Samsung’s AI fridge update went so badly that some refrigerators stopped refrigerating
Samsung accidentally pushed internal test software to some Bespoke AI refrigerators in South Korea, causing cooling failures and forcing technician visits.
Peloton’s first foldable treadmill gives small spaces a fighting chance
Peloton unveils the Tread Flex, its first foldable treadmill designed for smaller spaces, alongside two new Vision models. Here's what we know so far.
Apple’s smart home hub is almost here, and Siri is doing the heavy lifting
Apple’s Siri-powered smart home hub is getting closer to launch, with testing underway and a square display designed to become the command center for the connected home.
Dyson’s camera toothbrush got all the attention, but you missed a cheaper one made by real dentists
Dyson’s $500 CameraJet made a splash, but Usmile’s $200 D50 OralCam uses cameras, violet light, and AI-assisted guidance to reveal the plaque your brushing missed.
Your Google Home can now take orders from Claude and other AI agents
Google is opening Google Home to third-party AI agents, letting Claude and other MCP-compatible tools monitor and control smart home devices.
Haier is putting AI to work on the chores you barely think about
Haier Thinks Your Home Should Understand You, Not Just Obey You
SimpliSafe wants its new doorbell to stop porch pirates, not just record them
SimpliSafe’s $199 Video Doorbell Series 2 combines 2K video and AI detection with live security agents who can confront intruders, trigger a siren, and request police dispatch.
Apple’s new AI camera features come with a bizarre iCloud storage tax
Apple’s new AI camera features make HomeKit Secure Video smarter, but using them on multiple cameras can require iCloud Plus plans costing up to $59.99 a month.
Hands-On with Haier at IFA 2026: There’s a camera in everything
Haier IFA 2026 hands-on: explore its AI-powered fridges, Vision 15 washing machines, four-drum laundry system, RGB Mini LED TVs and humanoid robots.
Shark ChillPill first look: A surprisingly cool EDC route to beating the heat
Shark's ChillPill combines a fan, mister, and cooling plate in a portable device designed to help you cool down on hot days.
How strange it is to be anything at all: A first look at physical AI through Intern 2
I unboxed Autonomous Intern 2 and ended up with a bigger question: what counts as physical AI, and how is it different from embodied AI?
Why Your Next Outdoor Security Camera Might Need Three Lenses
Keeping an eye on a driveway, garage, or entrance can quickly stretch a security camera’s view. Outdoor security only gets more complicated as those spaces grow, and at IFA 2026, EZVIZ is making the case for why three lenses could be the answer.
I played with Yarbo’s yard robot at IFA, and now I want one for every season
I tried Yarbo’s modular M Series at IFA 2026, swapping attachments and driving its tracked Core while discovering why one robot for multiple outdoor chores makes sense.
WindGroove’s AirFi One imagines a smarter home with fewer devices
Discover how WindGroove's AirFi One and the Ceiling Vibe System rethink smart homes by integrating lighting, airflow, and audio into one immersive experience.
The best tech of IFA 2026: A repairable laptop, liquid-cooled power bank, AI toothbrush, and more
IFA 2026 brought repairable laptops, tiny ANC earbuds, liquid-cooled batteries, enormous projectors, and even an AI toothbrush. These are the products that impressed us most.
This wild new TV mount moves your screen without you touching it
Perlegear's new AX1 uses AI to figure out where you're watching from and moves your TV to a better height automatically.
iRobot’s new Roomba concept uses a piggybacking sidekick to reach tight spaces
iRobot's experimental Roomba Duo takes a unique approach to floor cleaning by pairing a powerful wet-dry unit with a smaller companion that can squeeze into tight spaces.
The IFA 2026 Publisher Award Winners Bring Fresh Ideas to Everyday Tech
The most interesting technology does not always reinvent everyday life, and IFA brings no shortage of futuristic ideas. Take a look at the Publisher Award winners finding smarter ways to move everyday tech forward.
Apple could soon offer home security and monitoring service as it plans security camera foray
Apple is reportedly developing a home security and monitoring service to accompany its planned security camera, putting it in competition with Ring and Google.
Govee’s new AI lighting lineup lets you build custom scenes with simple prompts
Govee has unveiled three new AI-enabled smart lighting products at IFA 2026, bringing automated light adjustments and customs scenes to indoor and outdoor spaces.
Ugreen’s HomeAgent wants to make your smart home smarter without the cloud
Ugreen debuts its first AIoT lineup with HomeAgent, a local smart home hub that skips the cloud, plus a beefier MasterAgent MA100 for bigger AI jobs.
Anker’s new fabric printer will let you print custom shirts, totes, and hats at home
Anker previewed its first personal fabric printer at IFA 2026, combining DTG and DTF printing for custom shirts, totes, and hats at home. It's perfect for small sellers, offering professional garment printing.