Alexa’s moving into your next apartment with Amazon’s residential program
Thanks to partnerships with home builders and rental companies, Alexa might soon become a default part of the rental experience — and even a tour guide.
The Lifx Clean smart light bulb can sanitize surfaces with just its light
The Lifx Clean is the world's first smart light to emit high-energy visible light capable of disinfecting surfaces and the air around it.
Twinkly Music is a visual equalizer for holiday lighting
Twinkly Music gives users the ability to create the ultimate Christmas light display. Sync your lights with music to be the talk of your neighborhood.
Space Kotty is a self-sanitizing UVC litter box that weighs your cats, too
Keeping your cat safe and healthy starts at the litter box. Space Kotty not only weighs your cat but compares its weight and bathroom habits to vet guidelines.
Eufy’s Security Smart Drop is an impenetrable mailbox for your packages
If you want to fight porch piracy, Eufy offers a solution through the Smart Drop, a carbon steel mailbox with a built-in camera and advanced A.I. technology.
August and Yale smart locks gain added security with biometric verification
August and Yale added an additional layer of security to their smart locks through biometric verification, further strengthening their overall security.
Ring FCC filing reveals a potential new home hub
Ring has filed a new product with the FCC. Though no official details are available, information in the filing suggests a smart hub that connects to a router.
The Wi-Fi enabled Anova Precision Oven will help you never overcook foods again
Traditional ovens can vary a lot, but the Anova Precision Oven combines steam and convection cooking to ensure a perfect dish every time.
Can UV light negate the 5-second rule for food?
UV wands are effective tools for sanitizing surfaces, but can they sanitize food? Potentially, but not easily, and not without risks.
Carbon Trainer fitness mirror whips you into shape using 3D cameras and sensors
The Carbon Trainer is an A.I.-powered fitness mirror that acts as a personal coach, learning from each of your workouts, and tailoring a routine just for you.
Amazon Echo Flex gains smart clock add-on for timekeeping
The Echo Flex's small size makes it perfect for spaces where larger devices won't fit. The new clock add-on makes it easy to track timers all over the house.
Play Jeopardy and many more games on your Google Assistant smart display
Google Assistant has always been able to play games, but now your Nest smart displays have games designed to utilize both voice and visuals.
No toilet paper in the stall? WonderSpray’s portable bidet comes to the rescue
The WonderSpray is a discrete, portable bidet that brings all the hygiene benefits of an at-home bidet to your purse or backpack.
Bidets are smart investments that save money as the pandemic rages on
Bidets are cleaner, more effective ways to clean yourself after you use the bathroom, and these devices are smart investments during the current pandemic.
Stream your favorite Netflix shows on the Google Nest and Nest Hub Max
The Google Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max can now play your favorite Netflix shows. Just link your account through the Home or Assistant app to get started.
Goodpapa is a self-sanitizing toilet brush that cleans itself with UV-C light
Cleaning a toilet is a dirty job, but at least the Good Papa toilet brush will disinfect itself with UV light after you finish. It's currently on Kickstarter.
Smart speaker or smart display: Which should you buy?
Smart displays are incredibly functional, but it may not be worth the cost if you don't frequently use the added features.
Google expands its seasonal savings program to all Nest Thermostat owners
The Seasonal Savings for All program makes minor adjustments to your temperature throughout the day to reduce energy costs by 3% to 5%.
Google Nest Hub Max gains group video conferencing support
Google today announced the addition of Group Calling to the Nest Hub Max, allowing Duo-made groups of up to 32 people to join a single video chat.
Eve Cam is another HomeKit-exclusive security camera focused on privacy
The Eve Cam is designed exclusively for Apple HomeKit Secure Video. It encrypts its feed and footage to ensure only you can see the clips. It ships June 23.
Robot mops can’t sanitize your floors. Here’s why
Robot mops are convenient devices that alleviate a household chore, but don't try to add your own cleaning solution or disinfectant to the device. It may break.
For thirsty campers, GoSun’s water purifier purges germs with power of the sun
The GoSun Flow can purify and heat water via solar power or USB. Its portability means you can have access to clean water no matter where you are.
New Nest Aware connects users to nearest 911 call center for emergencies
Nest Aware has a new, simplified pricing structure and improved features that make it more appealing and functional than ever before. The Nest Hub is now $90.
The Megi Floating Lamp is more than a smart lamp — it’s magic
The Megi Floating Lamp makes a case for aesthetic design in smart home devices, functioning as a lamp with a built-in phone charger.
Ring’s updated video doorbell is boring without its new solar charger
Ring has announced a new, improved version of its video doorbell with added capabilities and privacy features for the same price as the original.
Molekule Air Mini+ is a pint-sized air purifier meant for smaller spaces
Molekule's new Air Mini+ air purifier can automatically adjust the fan speed based on the particulates in the air.
Can a smart thermostat protect you from the coronavirus?
Smart thermostats can help control the humidity level in your home and reduce the potential for viral spread.
Ecobee Haven is an intelligent platform that makes it easy to monitor your home
Today ecobee launched Haven, a smart home monitoring platform that draws information from multiple devices to provide a truly streamlined experience.
Can your smart speaker contact emergency services for you?
Google Home and Amazon Alexa cannot yet call 911, but Siri can. Updates are on the way that may give smart speakers this functionality.
Eufy’s budget smart security cameras capture footage at 2K resolution
The Eufy Indoor Cam 2K Pan and Tilt and the Eufy Smart Lock Touch are two new, affordable,connected home security products that will be releasing in May.
Dyson Pure humidifier/fan combo can also kill bacteria, measure air quality
The Dyson Pure Humidify+Cool is an air purifier, humidifier, and fan that uses unique technology to kill 99.9% of waterborne bacteria as well.
The Talo smart toothbrush offers to completely clean your teeth in 20 seconds
The Talo smart toothbrush is currently on Kickstarter and claims to clean your teeth in just 20 seconds by using the Bass Technique recommended by the ADA.
Blink Mini is one of the tiniest security cameras from Amazon
The new Blink Mini smart security camera is only $35 but offers features on par with many higher-priced models.
Smart lights can elevate your mood while working from home
The lighting in your home (and home office) has a huge impact on your mood. Brighten your spirits by scheduling your smart lights to warm and cool when needed.
Avoid saying these words near your smart speaker, if you don’t want it to listen
If you are worried about privacy, beware of using these words around your voice assistants. The device might mistake them for a wake word.
After leaking it accidentally, Ring formally announces its Video Doorbell 3
After Tuesday's leak, Ring has officially announced its new video doorbells -- the Ring Video Doorbell 3 and 3 Plus -- along with the new Pre-Roll feature.
The Vivint Doorbell Camera Pro combats porch piracy with smart security
Vivint's new smart Doorbell Camera Pro is packed with security features to detect and deter potential porch pirates and keep your packages safe all year long.
Should you continue to buy air purifiers to protect you from the coronavirus?
The coronavirus (COVID-19) is still a global health concern, even with a vaccine. Should you still continue to buy air purifiers for protection?