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5 things you didn’t know your Google Assistant smart speaker could do

Google Assistant smart speakers have a lot of features you might not know about, like the ability to listen for breaking glass.
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How to use Zoom on your Amazon Echo Show smart display

Even though it was quietly announced a while ago, you can now use Zoom on your Amazon Echo Show smart display for all of your videoconferencing needs.
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Radar tech in Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro pinpoints potential threats on map

The new Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Pro is Ring's most powerful outdoor security camera yet, with a suite of customizable home security tools.
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Weather alerts may be the smartest use of smart lights. They can save your life

Tie the National Weather Service RSS feed to your smart lights for a visual weather alert system.
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Why privacy shutters on security cameras make all the difference

Privacy shutters provide assurance that your camera is not watching you, but not all privacy shutters are created equal. Some types have clear advantages.
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IKEA’s new air purifier is a design masterpiece that won’t break the bank

The IKEA Förnuftig is a budget-priced air purifier that's designed for small spaces and boasts powerful filtration.
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Here’s why it’s beneficial to use local storage with your security camera

Local storage offers benefits that cloud storage does not, including lower cost, better data security, and the potential for better-quality video recordings.
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Yes, Dyson’s newest vacuum uses a green laser to see what you can’t

Dyson has launched three new cordless vacuums, including one that uses lasers to pinpoint dust particles.
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Dreame Technology is the next robot vacuum maker you should know about

Dreame Technologies has announced four new products: Three variants of a combination robot vacuum and mop, as well as a cordless stick vac.
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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?
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Free local storage is still an option as Blink launches new subscription fee

Blink's new subscription plan provides more flexibility to customers in terms of cloud storage and cost.
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Ring’s three new outdoor home security accessories offer greater peace of mind

Ring introduces an outdoor siren, outdoor smart plug, and a solar-powered wall light to improve your home's security.
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Pawport turns any ordinary pet door into a smart one

Pawport is a smart, modern pet door that keeps utility costs down and your home more secure.
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Google Nest Hub teases radar tech as the future of smart home privacy

Radar tech can measure the number of occupants in a space with more accuracy than motion sensors and has the potential to be the future of the smart home.
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Google Nest Hub still lacks a camera, but it can watch over you while you sleep

The second-generation Nest Hub includes a new Sleep Sensing feature that can track you as you're sleeping and suggest ways to improve your sleep quality.
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We don’t need more robot vacuums. What we really need is a dusting robot

The world has enough robot vacuums and mops. What the smart home really needs is a smart dusting robot.
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Airthings View Plus monitors air for particulate matter invisible to the eye

The Airthings View Plus provides a breakdown of the air quality inside your home or place of work, including particulate matter as small as PM1.
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Roborock H6 Adapt cordless vacuum review: Clean air, clean home

The Roborock H6 Adapt combines powerful suction and cleaning capabilities with five-stage air filtration to provide an incredible cleaning experience.
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Abode launches a $30 security camera to rival the Wyze Cam V3

The Abode Cam 2 packs high-end features into a compact camera with a low-end price point.
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Insta360 GO 2 is a miniscule action camera that weighs less than an ounce

The Insta360 GO 2 is a powerful action camera that features numerous FOVs, A.I., and more, all packed into an ultralight frame.
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Eve Weather is a HomeKit weather station that tracks your home’s microclimate

The smart Eve Weather provides more accurate readings of temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure.
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Everything we know about the next Google Nest Hub

Here is everything we know about the rumored new Google Nest Hub smart display, including potential features, price, and release window.
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Worried about germs? LIFX Clean antibacterial smart bulb is finally available

The LIFX Clean bulb kills up to 99% of bacteria after 12 hours of use.
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Are robot mops safe when children and pets are present?

Robot mops are convenient, but do they leave behind harmful chemicals that might put children and pets at risk?
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Arlo’s Essential Indoor Camera is the anti-Big Brother

The Arlo Essential Indoor Camera provides users with a physical privacy shield that disables video recording.
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5G’s arrival has great implications for the smart home’s growth

The speed and low latency of 5G networks holds a lot of potential for improving smart home devices and giving users better control overall.
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Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 uses radar for bird’s-eye view of front door activity

Ring's latest smart video doorbell utilizes radar technology to provide even better home security.
The Wyze Robot Vacuum cleaning the floor.

Wyze Robot Vacuum review: Efficiency without the pricey cost

The Wyze Robot Vacuum packs efficient cleaning and smart mapping into a $250 package, but its value proposition will improve when more features are added.
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Geofencing makes its long-awaited debut with Ring’s products

Ring's Geofence feature will remind you to arm your system when you leave and snooze alerts when you get home.
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Upcoming Wyze Bulb Color smart lights have a bright future

The Wyze Bulb Color packs a lot of features into an affordable package. The new 16 million color bulbs will be available soon.
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When standing isn’t enough, the NextErgo will have you doing yoga at your desk

The NextErgo is an A.I.-powered standing desk that keeps you accountable throughout the day thanks to built-in advanced sensors.
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Garmin Enduro GPS Watch boasts an incredible 65 days of battery life

The Garmin Enduro tracks your vital stats and keeps you connected, even far off the grid.
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Your off-grid dreams can come true with GoSun’s solar-powered tiny house

The GoSun Dream is a solar-powered tiny home for total off-grid living.
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5 ways a smart home can help you prepare for Valentine’s Day

Your smart home can help you prepare for the perfect Valentine's Day date by setting the mood, music, and more.