Move over, Alexa and HomeKit: A new Assistant is here to open source your smart homeHome Assistant gets a boost from the Open Home Foundation, a nonprofit meant to ensure that smart home projects remain open and accessible to everyone.April 22, 2024 by Maria Diaz in Smart Home
I tried a window-cleaning robot and things went surprisingly wellEcovac's Winbot W2 Omni makes me wish I had more windows in my house to see it work all day.April 20, 2024 by Maria Diaz in Robotics
Roku TVs are getting one of Samsung's best features via a free updateWith new premium Roku Pro Series TVs, a new Roku Voice Remote Pro, and some helpful software updates, Roku has big plans for spring 2024.April 10, 2024 by Maria Diaz in Streaming & Services
My favorite new smart home accessory is unexpected and full of useful featuresAesthetically pleasing and easy to set up, the Govee Floor Lamp 2 and Floor Lamp Pro bring a host of new features I didn't know I needed.April 18, 2024 by Maria Diaz in Smart Lighting
How to use ChatGPTIf you want to use the most popular AI chatbot available, we'll walk you through how to get started with ChatGPT and get the most out of it.April 8, 2024 by Maria Diaz in Artificial Intelligence
Eufy's newest robot vacuum can do just about anything - with one notable flawThe just-released robot vacuum from Anker's smart home brand is full of features, but key factors make it ideal for only some users.March 30, 2024 by Maria Diaz in Robotics
I found the most powerful robot vacuum on the market, and it's cheaper than you'd thinkYeedi's new M12 Pro+ just won the battle of suction power, beating the likes of Roomba, Roborock, and others.2 days ago by Maria Diaz in Robotics
The best wireless video doorbell for Ring fans is 20% off right nowIf you're a Ring user looking to upgrade to a battery-powered video doorbell, the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus is the perfect choice, especially with this discount.April 19, 2024 by Maria Diaz in Home Security
What is Matter? How the connectivity standard can change your smart homeIf you're a smart home user, you may be familiar with 'Matter' but don't quite understand what it does. We'll cover what Matter is and how it affects your smart home products.3 days ago by Maria Diaz in Smart Home
I tested Roborock's most expensive robot vacuum and found 4 reasons to buy itThe Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra brings all the suction power and smart features needed to keep your house clean, but it's not perfect.April 23, 2024 by Maria Diaz in Robotics