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Govee launches Curtain Lights 2 just in time for the holidays — display GIFs, photos and color effects on any wall
By Hunter Fenollol published
The Govee Curtain Lights 2 are highly customizable smart lights that work across all major smart home platforms through Matter. You can use the Govee app to animate patterns or play GIFs on any wall.

Arlo's cameras get face, vehicle and custom AI recognition for alerts — here's how it works
By Hunter Fenollol published
The new Arlo Secure 5 upgrade uses advanced computer vision AI and recognition engines to tell Arlo's cameras precisely who or what set off a motion event.

Alexa vs. Google vs. Siri — which smart assistant is best for your smart home?
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
From Alexa to Siri, these virtual butlers come with the best smart speakers to organize your days and streamline the process of controlling your smart home.

iOS 18 HomeKit update now lets you add Matter devices without a hub
By Hunter Fenollol published
iOS 18's biggest smart home feature simplifies setup and uses the Thread radio built into newer iPhones for local device control.

I test security cameras for a living—these are the 5 settings I change out of the box
By Hunter Fenollol last updated
Here's how to customize your security camera for your property to improve its performance

Meet the TB1 table lamp from Lepro: an innovative take on personal lighting backed by AI
By Sponsored published
Smart home lighting solutions are about to get a lot savvier thanks to large language models.

Google Home may be getting a Vacation Mode — here's what it can do
By Hunter Fenollol published
Google Home may get a vacation mode feature that turns devices on or off randomly to help make your home appear occupied while you're away.

This new robot vacuum-mop does something Roomba can’t — and it will make your life easier
By Hunter Fenollol published
Dreame's new vacuums can clean deeper with added smart features.
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