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Qrevo Curv climbing a threshold.

How to clear tall thresholds with the Roborock Qrevo Curv

If your Roborock Qrevo Curv is having trouble clearing tall thresholds, there's a setting you may need to adjust in your mobile app. Here's what to know.
Qrevo Curv climbing a threshold.

Roborock Qrevo Curv vs. Qrevo Master: What’s new on the Qrevo Curv?

The Ring Battery Doorbell installed near a front door.

Ring Battery Doorbell vs. Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen): What’s new with the latest model?

The Dreame L40 Ultra mopping a room.

Roborock Qrevo Curv vs. Dreame L40 Ultra: Which premium robot vacuum is best?

Four Nest Learning Thermostats in a line.

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) vs. Nest Thermostat: Which smart thermostat is better?

A Ring Video Doorbell next to Halloween decorations.

Prepare for Halloween with these smart home gadgets

The Roborock Qrevo Edge on hard floors.

Roborock Qrevo Edge vs. Qrevo Slim: What’s the difference?

The Roborock Qrevo Edge on hard floors.

Roborock Qrevo Curv vs. Roborock Qrevo Edge: What’s the difference?

The button on the back of Google TV Streamer can help find your remote — or long press to reset the entire device.

How to factory reset Google TV Streamer

The Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen on a wall.

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) vs. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

The Qrevo Curv placed in its docking station.

Roborock Qrevo Curv vs. Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra: Which is the better robot vacuum?

The Freo Z Ultra alongside other Freo products at IFA 2024.

Narwal Freo Z Ultra vs. Narwal Freo X Ultra: What’s new on the Freo Z Ultra?

The Narwal Freo Z Ultra next to furniture.

Narwal Freo Z Ultra vs. Dreame L40 Ultra: Which is the better robot vacuum?

The Narwal Freo Z Ultra and Dreame L40 Ultra are both priced at $1,500 and get you tons of cool features. But which robot vacuum is better for your home?
The IFA 100 sign outside the South Hall in Berlin.

The best smart home tech of IFA 2024

IFA 2024 didn't disappoint, with tons of cool gear on display. From lights and vacuums to appliances and more, here are the best smart home devices of IFA 2024.
Apple TV's Insight feature showing character and music information on screen.

What is Apple TV? Price, hardware, software, and more

Is Apple TV the right streaming ecosystem for your home system? What does it offer? Our guide will walk you through everything you need to know about Apple TV.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium vs. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced: Which is better?

The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium is loaded with functionality, but you'll still get all the basics with the Smart Thermostat Enhanced.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat installed on a wall.

How long does it take to calibrate the Ecobee Smart Thermostat?

The Ecobee Smart Thermostat calibration process can last up to 20 minutes, though there's another reason you might be seeing it constantly on your screen.
The Amazon Smart Thermostat hanging on wall.

Should you enroll your Amazon Smart Thermostat in the Energy Savings Program?

The Amazon Smart Thermostat is eligible for a variety of Energy Savings Incentives, but are these programs really worth the added restrictions?
The Amazon Smart Thermostat.

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) vs. Amazon Smart Thermostat: Which is best for your home?

While the Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) is expensive, it gets you several premium features. But would you be better off with the Amazon Smart Thermostat?
The Ecobee 3 Lite near home decor.

Ecobee 3 Lite vs. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced: Which is the best smart thermostat?

Should you pick the the cheaper Ecobee 3 Lite, or is the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced a smarter investment? Here's what to know before making a purchase.
The Amazon Smart Thermostat hanging on wall.

Why is my Amazon Smart Thermostat display blank?

There are several reasons your Amazon Smart Thermostat display is blank, including one that's part of its normal operating procedure. Here's what to know.
The Echo Spot on a nightstand.

Upgrade your dorm with these smart home gadgets

Make your dorm a bit more comfortable with these smart home gadgets. Our top picks include smart light bulbs, smart speakers, smart plugs, and more.
The Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen on a wall.

What’s new on the Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen)?

With a larger display and tons of new tech, the Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) is a big improvement over the existing model. But what exactly is new?
The content gallery on Amazon's Echo Show 8 displays a news item about Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.

Echo Spot vs. Echo Show 8: Which is best for your smart home?

The Echo Show 8 offers a larger screen and a webcam, but it's also more expensive than the affordable Echo Spot. Here's what to know before making a purchase.
The Mila near a wall.

How to factory reset the Mila Air Purifier

Performing a factory reset on the Mila Air Purifier is a great way to troubleshoot technical issues or prep it for a new owner. Here's how it works.
The Mila near a wall.

How to connect the Mila Air Purifier to Apple Home

The Mila Air Purifier is compatible with Apple Home, giving you an easy way to control the device and sync it with other gadgets.
Adjusting the temperature on the Google Nest Thermostat.

How to hold the temperature on the Nest Thermostat

Here's how to hold a temperature on the Nest Thermostat and override any existing schedules or routines.
The Bird Buddy with a Blue Jay perched on its edge.

What is a smart bird feeder?

Trying to decide between buying a smart bird feeder and standard bird feeder? Here's everything you need to know about smart bird feeders to help you decide.
Amazon Astro following a person through a door.

How to buy Amazon Astro

Amazon Astro isn't available to everyone, but there's still a way to get the robot into your home. Here's how to buy Amazon Astro in 2024.
Amazon Astro robot.

What’s going on with Amazon Astro in 2024?

With Astro for Business shutting down, has Amazon announced anything new for its original Astro homebot? Here's what's happened so far in 2024.
The Echo Spot showing the time.

How to reset the Echo Spot

Here's how to reset the Echo Spot and restore its factory settings if you're running into issues or prepping to sell your device,
The Amazon Echo Show (3rd Gen) on a table.

Echo Spot vs. Echo Show 5: Is the new Echo Spot the better smart device?

The Echo Spot and Echo Show 5 carry similar price tags and offer many of the same features, but there are a handful of key differences. Here's what to know.
The Echo Spot showing the time.

How to customize the Echo Spot display

The Echo Spot is a highly customizable smart alarm clock. Here's how to adjust the Echo Spot clock face, enable Night Mode, change its color, and more.
The Echo Spot on a shelf.

Echo Spot vs. Echo Pop: Which Amazon device is better for your smart home?

The Echo Spot is much more expensive than the Echo Pop, but does its built-in touchscreen make it the better choice for your home? Here's what to know.

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