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This new Roomba finally solves the big problem I have with robot vacuums

By Ruth Hamilton published 13 March 25

I don't have room for a bulky dock in my home, but the Roomba 205 has an innovative solution.

Robot Vacuums

This renter-friendly smart lock fits over your existing door hardware, and costs less than you might expect

By Cat Ellis published 12 March 25

The Nuki Smart Lock Pro (5th Gen) can secure your door in just 1.5 seconds.

Home Security

iRobot is overhauling its robovac range, and for the first time in years I'm excited about a new Roomba

By Ruth Hamilton published 12 March 25

Rotating mop pads, heated docks, and – at last! – LiDAR. iRobot is finally catching up with the competition.

Robot Vacuums

Two iPhones showing Apple HomeKit settings

Still using an iPad as a Home Hub? Bad news – Apple is about to end support for it

By Cat Ellis published 11 March 25

If you've been putting off upgrading to the new HomeKit architecture, you'll soon be forced to take the plunge.

Smart Home

A mock up of an Apple HomePod hub based on the Amazon Echo Show 10 sitting on a kitchen table

Advantage, Alexa – Apple's smart home hub reportedly 'postponed' due to Siri slowdown

By Alex Blake published 10 March 25

Apple’s smart home hub with AI-powered Siri has been delayed, a new report claims – and that could leave the door wide open to Amazon's Alexa+ in 2025.

Smart Home

Couple looking at phone in front of Philips Hue Impress wall light

Want to expand your Philips Hue setup? These 3 new lights will let you take it outdoors

By Cat Ellis published 7 March 25

Get your home party-ready in time for BBQ season.

Smart Lights

Got Philips Hue lights? A free app update delivers these 3 improvements

By Cat Ellis published 5 March 25

Organizing your lights and keeping your home secure just got a lot easier.

Smart Lights

Tado thermostat owners are hot and bothered after marketing study raises possibility of subscription fee

By Cat Ellis published 3 March 25

The company conducted a marketing study to test the waters, but it could go either way.

Smart Home

Panos Panay at the Amazon Devices Feb. 26 Event

Alexa+ – Here’s how to sign up for early access

By Jacob Krol published 28 February 25

Amazon's now letting customers in the United States sign up for early access to Alexa+. Here's how to do just that and the Echo Show device you'll need to be eligible.

Smart Home