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The latest news, reviews, and discussions about everything related to your home. From Amazon’s Alexa-powered smart speakers to cooking apps to connected lights and security cameras, Digital Trends has the inside scoop on the latest happenings in the smart home space.

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Big smart home growth predicted: These are the appliances and features we’d like to see

By Erin Lawrence
HGTV Smart Home 2022 in Wilmington, NC.
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Everything we know about the HomePod 2 (which isn’t a whole lot)

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September 2, 2022

5 Alexa skills and features your pet will love

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September 1, 2022

The new Ring Intercom lets you buzz folks into your building from afar

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September 1, 2022

Breville Joule Oven Air Fryer Pro review: one really smart oven

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August 31, 2022

5 unique and creative uses for Alexa’s Sound Detection feature

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The 6 best robot vacuums for carpet

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Best smart home products that aren’t made by Google or Amazon (or their subsidiaries)

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Best IFTTT Applets

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6 days ago

Roomba vs. Roborock: Which smart vacuum is better?

Smart Home
September 4, 2022

How to Set Up Your Smart Home for beginners

The Abby Grow Box installed under floating stairs next to a plant.

Abby Grow Box review: a green thumb for everyone

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A white HomePod mini sitting on a desk.

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Reviews
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Levoit VortexIQ 40 Stick Vacuum review: simple but effective

A deep dive into Levi's VortexIQ 40 stick vacuum, a simple vacuum that performs superbly.
By Keyan Riddick
Levoit VortexIQ 40 sucking up debris

Cync Smart Thermostat review: Middle of the pack

The Cync Smart Thermostat is an easy recommendation for homes that already have other Cync products installed.
By Jon Bitner
Cync Thermostat installed on a white wall.

Tineco Pure One S15 PET vacuum review: A chore no more

Tineco Pure One S15 PET is a powerful vacuum that’s built around mobility, versatility, and functionality.
By Jon Bitner
The Tineco Pure One S15 PET in handheld mode.

ThermoPro TP25 thermometer: tangled up in meat

With four probes and a convenient app, this thermometer has the potential to seriously up your grilling game.
By Joni Blecher
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Amazon Alexa

What is Amazon’s Alexa, and what can it do?

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Amazon Echo Show 15 Smart Display on a wall.

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Break out of a rut with these useful summer-focused smart home routines

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Dead Island 2 supports experimental Amazon Alexa voice controls

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Alexa has seen me naked, and that’s okay

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Can you train a parrot to use Alexa, and should you?

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The best Amazon Alexa smart speakers

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The best smart home devices for 2022

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The most common Instant Pot problems and how to fix them

By Erika Rawes, Tyler Lacoma
The Instant Pot Duo Mini on a counter.

Which Instant Pot should you buy? All of the models compared

By Erika Rawes, Simon Sage
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How to set up an Amazon Echo

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The best Google Home tips, tricks, and Easter eggs

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How to set up your Google Home, Home Mini, or Nest Hub device

By Erika Rawes, Gia Liu
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How to see your photos and albums on an Echo Show display

By Erin Lawrence
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How to update Alexa

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How to delete or hide apps on an Apple TV

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Take advantage of big savings on Lorex smart home security systems thanks to this sale

By Briley Kenney
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Best Ninja Foodi deals for September 2022

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Best Roomba Deals 2022: Sales to shop today

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Best vacuum cleaner deals for September 2022

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Best appliance sales and deals for 2022

By Bruce Brown
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Best Blink camera deals for September 2022

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Best Cordless Vacuum Deals: Sales you can shop now

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Best generator deals for September 2022

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Best Vitamix blender deals for September 2022

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Best bidet toilet seat deals for September 2022

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Best robot vacuum deals for September 2022

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Best Google Home and Google Nest deals for September 2022

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Best office chair deals for September 2022

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Best standing desk deals for September 2022

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Best Keurig Deals: Get a K-Cup coffee maker from $67 today

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