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Wyze Video Doorbell review: You get what you pay for

The Wyze Video Doorbell costs just $30 and delivers enough quality to more than justify that price. It's not the best, but it punches above its weight class.
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5 useful smart speaker features for virtual learning at home

Learning from home can be challenging, but here are some helpful tips that can turn your smart speakers into learning machines.
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Kwikset Halo Touch review: Spy fantasies come to life

The Kwikset Halo Touch is a deadbolt you unlock with your finger. It's all your spy fantasies come true!
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Bissell SpinWave Robot Vacuum Review: A basic bot that cleans well

The Bissell Spinwave Wet and Dry Robot vacuum is a very basic robot vacuum that does everything you need it to.
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Blue by ADT outdoor camera review: Major connectivity issues

Flaw is an insurmountable one in a device focused on keeping people and property secure.
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Blue by ADT Video Doorbell review: Not done cooking yet

Blue by ADT's DIY security solution starts with a video doorbell which delivers crisp video, even at night, but issues with the app hobble the experience.
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Leave the pros out of it, installing a bidet is easier than you think

A bidet toilet seat is a great addition to your bathroom. They are superior to toilet paper in many ways and very easy to install. We'll show you how.
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Amazon goes spherical for its refreshed Echo smart speakers

At Amazon's September event, the company introduced a refresh to its Echo line of smart speakers, which surprisingly features a new spherical design.
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I bought cheap smart light bulbs thinking they could be decent. I was wrong

I wanted to spend as little money as possible on a smart light bulb. It was a terrible experience. This serves as a cautionary tale. Don't make my mistake
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Panasonic HomeHawk Window review: See the color of the night

The Panasonic Homehawk Window camera attaches to your window and provides amazing color night vision in a slim package.
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Robot vacuum scorecard: Which is the most efficient cleaner?

Robot vacuums were one of the first smart home appliances people bought. The tech has come a long way since then. These are our favorites.
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Police love video doorbells, except when doorbells capture video of police

Police promote video doorbells. But recent FBI files reveal that if a suspect has one, it can create a very dangerous situation for law enforcement.
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Not all security cameras will watch over your home when the power goes out

Battery-powered security cameras that have local storage are ideal when your power goes out. But there aren't many out there.
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Which video doorbells will protect your packages? We’ve ranked them all

Video doorbells are the easiest security upgrade you can add. Your front door is your center for activity, and a video doorbell is your best way to monitor it.
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Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro review: Purging pesky porch pirates

The Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro wants to proactively protect your packages from theft with a wide field of view and proactive artificial intelligence.
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Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro review: Your guardian awaits

The Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro is a solid addition to an already robust all-in-one home security solution that uses A.I. to intelligently protect your property.
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Netatmo Outdoor Camera with Siren review: Tunnel vision

The Netatmo Outdoor Camera with siren does some smart things with AI and app functionality, but the hardware is a bit outdated looking, and fundamentally flawed.
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Is your home packed with smart speakers? Here’s how to make them work together

Multiple smart speakers with multiple accounts can be a headache. We have some tips to help.
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Your electric bill will skyrocket this summer. Smart home tech can help.

Working from home during the summer can make your electric bill to go crazy. We'll tell you how an informative smart home can help keep your costs down.