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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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Is it worth waiting for Matter to buy new smart products?

By Simon Sage
Matter CSA image.
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Smart Home
2 days ago

ThermoPro’s TempSpike: A wireless thermometer for the newbie in all of us

Smart Home
3 days ago

Smart gadgets need a face-lift. A lot of them are way too ugly.

Smart Home
5 days ago

Yale Assure Lock 2 offers a slimmer design and tons of functionality

Smart Home
6 days ago

What to expect from Amazon’s September 28 event: Ring Always Home Cam, Amazon Astro, more

Smart Home
6 days ago

Amazon’s annual fall hardware event will take place on September 28

Computing
1 day ago

The best surge protectors you can get in 2022

Smart Home
3 days ago

The best smart home devices for 2022

Smart Home
3 days ago

The best smart light switches for 2022

Smart Home
3 days ago

Breville Precision Brewer Thermal vs. Technivorm Moccamaster

Smart Home
4 days ago

The best smart lamps of 2022

A person loading the Amazon Astro with a snack.

What we want to see from Amazon’s fall event

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Samsung Bespoke Jet in an empty hallway.

Samsung Bespoke Jet review: aesthetic, powerful cleaning at a cost

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Bluetti's AC500 is the size of a large cooler and takes up a ton of space in a vehicle.

I tried to ruin a camping trip with 130 pounds of batteries

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Reviews
Latest reviews
Emporia Smart Plug review: everything you’d want from a smart plug
The Emporia Smart Plug offers remote control of your electronics and tons of energy-monitoring features.
By Jon Bitner
Four Emporia Smart Plugs displayed on a wooden table.
Breville Joule Oven Air Fryer Pro review: one really smart oven
We put the Breville Joule Oven Air Fryer Pro smart oven and it's app to the test over three months. Is it worth its $400 price tag?
By Joni Blecher
Breville Joule Oven Air Fry Pro with app.
Abby Grow Box review: a green thumb for everyone
The Abby Grow Box is an automated, hydroponic indoor garden that is a great option for aspiring gardeners.
By Jon Bitner
The Abby Grow Box installed under floating stairs next to a plant.
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
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Amazon Alexa
What is Amazon’s Alexa, and what can it do?
Echo 4th Gen speaker on table.
The best Alexa speakers
Echo Studio
The best Alexa skills of 2022
Amazon Echo Show 15 Smart Display on a wall.
Funny things to ask Alexa
Echo 4th Gen speaker on table.
5 Alexa skills and features your pet will love
The Bites 2 Lite device mounted on a wall.
5 unique and creative uses for Alexa’s Sound Detection feature
Echo Dot (4th Gen) on shelf in kitchen.
The 5 best Alexa skills for older people (and one bonus tip)
An older man using the Show and Tell skill with an Echo Show.
The best Alexa Routines for every lifestyle
Vont smart bulb with Alexa voice control support.
The best smart locks for 2022
Lockly Vision Smart lock installed on door next to phone showing camera view.
How to sell your parents on a smart assistant
The Echo Show 15 is the largest smart display yet.
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How-to
Latest stories
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
By Michael Bizzaco, Erika Rawes
Amazon Echo 4th Gen smart speaker on a table.
The best Google Home tips, tricks, and Easter eggs
By Erika Rawes
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How to set up your Google Home, Home Mini, or Nest Hub device
By Erika Rawes, Gia Liu
The Nest Hub Max front view.
How to set up geofencing for Alexa
By Tyler Lacoma
Super Bowl commercial featuring Amazon Alexa.
How to set up geofencing for Google
Nest Audio on Table.
How to see your photos and albums on an Echo Show display
Photo of nice modern house on Echo Show 8
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Latest stories
Hurry and get an Amazon Echo Dot for just $0.99
By Bruce Brown
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Best Prime Day Deals: What to expect from the October event
By Lucas Coll, Jennifer Allen, Paula Beaton
Best Prime Day 2022 Deals graphic with multiple products.
Best Ninja Foodi deals for September 2022
By Bruce Brown
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Best Ring Video Doorbell deals for September 2022
By Bruce Brown, Andrew Morrisey
Ring Video Doorbell 3
Best Instant Pot deals for September 2022
By Bruce Brown
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Best office chair deals for September 2022
By Bruce Brown
staples offering best deals on select printers office chairs plus free shipping chair
The best Instant Pots for 2022
Countertop bird's eye view of the Instant Pot Duo Crisp 11.
Best Roomba Deals 2022: Sales to shop today
irobot roomba 680 walmart robot vacuum deals
Best vacuum cleaner deals for September 2022
Little girl with guitar sleeping on a rug while eufy by Anker BoostIQ RoboVac 11S (Slim) Robot Vacuum Cleaner vacuums.
Best Keurig Deals: Get a K-Cup coffee maker from $60 today
6 days ago
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Best Dyson Deals: Save on purifying fans, cordless vacuums
6 days ago
The Dyson Cyclone V10 Animal cordless vacuum cleaning a mess made by a baby.
Best air purifier deals for September 2022
September 19, 2022
A Germ Guardian purifier placed on a living room floor.
IFTTT routines for fall
September 19, 2022
Best IFTT Recipes
The best motorized smart blinds for 2022
September 17, 2022
Tilt My Smart Roller Shades
The best video doorbells for 2022
September 17, 2022
A person pressing the Arlo Video Doorbell.
The best robot vacuums with mapping technology
S7 MaxV Ultra 3 in a Messy Room.
Best Blink camera deals for September 2022
Blink Home System security cameras on a kitchen counter.
Best Black Friday Ring Doorbell deals: What to expect
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