Latest articles by Hunter Fenollol
Early Black Friday robot vacuum deals — 12 best sales you can get now
Whether you’re after a robot vacuum, robot mop, or 2-in-1 that does both, we’ve found the best Black Friday deals live now. Score big savings on models from Roomba, RoboRock, Shark, and more.
Best robot vacuums in 2024 tested and rated
These are the best robot vacuums we've tested with models from Roomba, Shark, Eufy, iLife and more.
Best smart thermostats in 2024
Here are the best smart thermostats that will intelligently heat and cool your home and save you money.
The best smart home devices in 2024
The best smart home devices can raise your home's IQ, from security cameras and Wi-Fi locks to cutting edge light bulbs.
Blink vs. Ring: Video doorbells compared
If you're looking for the best video doorbell options on a budget, your choices come down to Blink vs. Ring. Here's how the two compare on price, video quality, and features.
Best cheap robot vacuums in 2024
These are the best cheap robot vacuums to clean your floors thoroughly without breaking the bank.
The best Roombas in 2024
Here’s our guide to the best Roombas we've tested, complete with performance and price breakdowns to help pick the right one for you.
Black Friday just came early with the MacBook Air M2 for just $699 — and I just bought one
This MacBook Air M2 sale knocks $300 off a lightweight workstation packed with power, a gorgeous screen and features you'd expect from a four-figure laptop.
Thread versus Wi-Fi—which is best for your smart home devices?
You may have heard of Thread or Matter smart home devices. Here is a guide to what they are and how they differ from standard Wi-Fi options.
Best robot vacuums for pet hair in 2024
Keep your floors spotless with the best robot vacuums for picking up pet hair.
Best robot mops in 2024
Keep the mop and bucket in the closet. These are the best robot mops to keep your floors squeaky clean.
The best Alexa compatible devices in 2024
The best Alexa compatible devices can all be controlled just by saying "Alexa..."
iRobot's cheapest 2-in-1 Roomba gets a new auto-empty base and power boost
Roomba's Combo 2 Essential robot vacuum mops and self-empties up to 60 days of debris into its dock's built-in dust bin
My parents didn’t want anything to do with a smart home — here’s the gadgets that changed their mind
From convenient automation to beefed-up security, there are plenty of reasons you should start a smart home
Act fast! This self-cleaning robot vacuum and mop is nearly 40% off in Amazon sale
Save nearly $300 on Roborock's Q Revo S automated bot that mops and sweeps floors with enough power and pressure to suck up specks of dirt or break down tough grime.
Roku just got a huge update that turns your TV into a smart home security center
Roku's latest update brings security notifications from your cameras to your TV, a carousel of live feeds, and web access to your Roku camera feeds.
I went hands-on with SimpliSafe's new AI outdoor monitoring service — here's how it went
SimpliSafe's new ActiveGuard outdoor protection uses generative AI to describe what it sees to live agents so that they can intervene or verify guests before they reach your home.
5 ways you can use smart home gadgets to upgrade your Halloween decor
These are the best smart home devices to customize your home and automate your Halloween decorations with routines.
Hurry! These 5 home gadgets are even cheaper than their Prime Day prices
These smart home device discounts beat this October's Prime Day prices.
Act fast! Ring's 5 best video doorbells are still on sale for Prime Day
These are some of the best video doorbell deals still available from this October's Prime Day.
Amazon Prime Day smart home sale — 21 deals I’d buy on Echo, Nest, Ring and more with up to 50% off
From changing the mood with smart lights to securing your home with a smart lock, these are the best smart home deals from October Prime Day.
I just tried Ring’s new AI Smart Video Search feature and I’m blown away by its accuracy
You can now use text to search through your Ring camera footage, and AI finds matching content to save you time and effort.
We've tested all Blink and Ring cameras on sale for Prime Day — these are the 7 you should actually buy
These Blink and Ring cameras add human detection, smart home controls, and two-way communication throughout your home and yard.
