Latest articles by Hunter Fenollol
7 best robot vacuums of CES 2024
These new robot vacuums are loaded with the latest features like AI object recognition and robotic arms. Here are the smart floor cleaners you need to see heading into 2024.
Samsung just perfected the way you access your smart home devices at CES 2024 — and Apple, Google, and Amazon needs to copy it
Samsung's SmartThings platform now lets you create an interactive floor plan for your home. You can drag and drop your smart home devices to place them and control them with a tap.
Samsung unveils 2024 Bespoke Family Hub Refrigerator with Vision AI — here’s what it can do
Samsung’s new smart fridge uses AI to keep track of your ingredients and helps you use them efficiently.
LG’s new AI washer-dryer combo can wash and dry your clothes in under 2 hours
LG’s new washer-dryer uses AI and ventless technology to save you space and time spent doing laundry.
15 best Alexa widgets to use on your Amazon Echo Show
Here are the 15 best Amazon Alexa widgets to use with your Amazon Echo smart display.
5 reasons why I'm switching to a dual-basket air fryer
Dual-basket air fryers have two separate zones so you can cook different foods such as proteins and sides simultaneously. You can adjust the individual time and temperature settings per basket.
This $25 gadget turns all of your old IR remote-controlled devices smart
I'm using this cheap $25 device to control my older IR remote-controlled electronics from my smart home setup
5 advanced ways to use your smart light bulbs
Wake up to a natural sunrise, sync up your lights with sporting events, or have your lighting change colors to alert you
5 things I wish I’d known before buying a smart speaker
Smart speakers add music and a helpful AI-powered smart assistant to any room in your home. Here's what to consider before buying one.
This is my favorite gadget of 2023 — and it's the perfect gift for grilling fans
I use the Meater 2 Plus to cook smarter, not harder with live temperature monitoring and doneness notifications
This smart plug automates your home for the holidays — and it's just $22 right now
Smart plugs make it easy to automate your existing appliances. These tips can help you save time, reduce energy usage, and streamline your holiday routine.
29 best gifts under $50 — our top picks for 2023
Here are the best gifts under $50 for 2023 from our team of experts. We've included products for every kind of person you have your list.
5 easy ways to make your old washer and dryer smart
These cheap sensors are an easy and quick way to keep tabs on the status of your laundry.
Amazon Map View is a game-changer for your smart home — here’s how it works
Use your phone's camera to scan your home and create an interactive floorplan that's easy to navigate and control devices
These smart lights remove the worst part about decorating for the holidays
The Govee Permanent Outdoor Lighting Pro kit saves you the trouble of having to install holiday lights year after year. But these smart lights are appealing in other ways, too.
Ikea's new budget smart home sensors monitor your home for under $10 each
Ikea’s budget smart home sensors are less than $10 each and make monitoring your home even more accessible. They will roll out in separate launches starting from January 2024.
My favorite Matter smart plug is just $24 in this early Black Friday sale
TP-Link's Matter smart plug is the best way to turn your dumb appliances smart. Right now you can get two of them for just $24 in this Black Friday deal.
I’ve used this $40 jewlery cleaner every week for the past 4 years—here's why every home should have one
Whether it's your chain, glasses, or watch, the pulsing sonic waves of Magnasonic's professional ultrasonic jewelry cleaner are strong enough to deep clean your gear without damaging it.
5 tips to get the most out of your Echo Show 5
The Echo Show 5 is the smallest smart display in Amazon's lineup but it has all the same features. Here are some ingenious ways to use its tools to save time and make your home even smarter.
Alexa Emergency Assist — what it is, how much it costs, and how it could save your life
Amazon’s new smart home service has the potential to protect your home or even save a life provided that you pay for it
I'm using this cheap device to supercharge my smart home — and it's only $25
From kicking off routines to sending notifications, a motion sensor is the best way to take your smart home to the next level
I've been air-frying my food for years — these are my top 5 tips
Air fryers make it easy to quickly cook a meal. These tips can help you improve the quality of your food, save time, and maintain your appliance's peak performance.
Alexa vs. Google Assistant: Which smart assistant wins?
We pitted Alexa vs. Google Assistant in a multi-round face-off to see which is the best virtual assistant.
