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I just saw Dreame's new robot vacuum with feet, and I'm ready to throw out my Roborock
By Ruth Hamilton published
This tech-packed bot has convinced me that Dreame is the robovac brand to watch.
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There’s a hidden Thread radio inside your iPhone 16 and 15 – and Apple’s just explained the 2 key things it does
By Mark Wilson published
A new interview with an Apple director and Thread president has shed more light on the Thread radio that's in recent iPhones.
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What is Samsung's ambient sensing? Unpacking the new SmartThings AI features
By Josephine Watson published
While it wasn't a huge reveal, Samsung's SmartThings announced some new AI tools that are coming to its smart home ecosystem and Home AI, including ambient sensing.
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Your Samsung Galaxy Ring might be the key to a smarter home thanks to SmartThings' connected device roadmap
By Josephine Watson published
CES 2025 At an exclusive VP roundtable during CES, I learned more about Samsung’s plans SmartThings - including how devices like the Samsung Galaxy Ring might fit in
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My broadband was out for three days, and I don't know if I'm madder at the squirrels or Verizon FiOS
By Lance Ulanoff published
I spent three days without home Wi-Fi, and it was the most frustrating thing ever.
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The best Ambilight alternatives 2025: enhance your home theater experience
By Cat Ellis last updated
Updated The best Ambilight alternatives for immersive movies and games without replacing your TV.
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Govee Outdoor Projector Light review: this smart projector left me more annoyed than overjoyed
By Cesci Angell published
This smart outdoor projector is a few things short of meeting its full potential.
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Philips Hue Play Light Bar review: a fun and flexible addition to your home theater setup
By Cat Ellis published
Got a Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box? This compact light will add a new dimension to your movies and games, wherever you put it.
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