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Roomba poking out from under a chair

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

By Ruth Hamilton published

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

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

Smart Home

The best food processor 2025

By Cat Ellis last updated

These are the best food processors for every kind of cook and every kind of kitchen, from big names including Ninja, Magimix, and KitchenAid.

Small Appliances
Person using Dyson V8 vacuum

Dyson vacuums have one big problem and I don't understand why

By Ruth Hamilton published

Dyson needs to fix this basic usability issue across its full range, not just the most expensive model.

Vacuums
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

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
Jura J10 coffee maker on kitchen counter

I wasn't a fan of sweetened coffee until I tried the Jura J10 espresso machine

By Cat Ellis published

The J10's cold brew and Sweet Foam options aren't just gimmicks; they deliver excellent results

Coffee Machines
Ninja Double Stack air fryer on blue background

The best air fryer 2025: Ninja, Samsung, Instant Pot and more

By Cat Ellis last updated

Updated Air fryers for quick meals in small spaces, tested by our team of experts.

Updated
Philips Shaver S9000 Prestige resting on block

I tested this ultra-expensive electric shaver from Philips – here’s why I’d buy it

By Harry Padoan published

The Philips Shaver S9000 Prestige is an excellent performing electric shaver that’s comfortable and simple to use.

Hair Care
Three photos of the Dyson Supersonic r hair dryer

Dyson just released a consumer version of its best pro hair dryer, and I can't wait to get my hands on one

By Ruth Hamilton published

Forget about the Supersonic Nural; the Supersonic r is smaller, lighter, and more powerful.

Hair Care

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

By Cat Ellis published

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

Smart Lights
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