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The best tech for pet parents from auto feeders to smart litter boxes

These pet tech items can make life easier for both fur babies and their parents.

CES 2023 Day 2: The biggest reveals

Day 2 of CES saw some major announcements from major companies like Asus and AMD. Catch the TL;DR below.

January 4, 2023 by Rebecca Isaacs in Home & Office

This new smart bird feeder can capture close-up images of hummingbirds

Capture automatic photos of birds -- hummingbirds included -- starting later this year.

January 4, 2023 by Rebecca Isaacs in Yard & Outdoors

The best above-ground pools

If you're looking to save money, above-ground pool prices drop in the winter, enabling you to enjoy a break from the heat, or plan for next year at a lower cost. The top options include corrosion-resistant frames, fast set up, and generous sizes.

January 3, 2023 by Kacie Goff in Yard & Outdoors

Prepare for spring: Here our picks for the best lawn mowers of the year

Finding the right mower for your yard can be tricky. There are different types and subcategories, and then you have to think about features, deck widths, and power sources. It can be overwhelming. To help you, ZDNET chose five of the best, but our top choice is the Husqvarna YTH18542. With it, you can make short work of yard work.

January 3, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Yard & Outdoors

The best zero-turn mowers: are they worth the money?

Zero-turn mowers are great for both larger properties as well as yards with lots of obstacles. And they're growing in popularity thanks to their generous cutting width, ergonomic design, and electric options.

January 3, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Yard & Outdoors

The 5 best electric mowers: Top alternatives to gas-powered

What is the best electric mower? Our pick is the Ego Power+ LM2101 with its push button start, allowing you to start your mower easily. By using either a rechargeable battery or extension cord, you can ditch the gas can for a greener way to care for your lawn.

January 3, 2023 by Taylor Clemons in Yard & Outdoors

The best hot tubs: Bring the spa home

ZDNET chose the Aquarest DayDream 6-Person Hot Tub. There are many options for hot tubs these days, but these are the five best hot tubs to deliver that R&R you have been needing.

January 1, 2023 by Lena Borrelli in Home & Office

Today only: GE Cync's smart lights, switches, and more are up to 61% off

The sale runs across a plethora of GE's signature Cync smart home lighting options.

December 5, 2022 by Rebecca Isaacs in Smart Lighting

Lomi indoor composter review: Is this thing magic?

I tried an indoor composter for a month. Here's why it quickly became a regular -- and long-term -- part of my family's routine.

December 1, 2022 by Greg Nichols in Innovation

The best Cyber Monday Jackery power station deals: Save up to 40%

Power stations are the perfect off-grid or blackout power source. Get up to 40% off Jackery power stations and solar panels.

November 28, 2022 by Adrian Kingsley-Hughes in Energy

Jackery cuts $250 off its Explorer 1000 solar generator for Black Friday

Black Friday 2022 deal alert: The Jackery Explorer 1000 is a powerful solar generator that usually retails at over $1,000. You can get the generator for less than $850. Also worth noting: The Jackery Explorer 1500 is $200 off, and the Jackery 2000 Pro is $300 off.

November 23, 2022 by Sherin Shibu in Energy

Sick indoor plants? Use this handy app to learn how to treat them

NatureID can identify your plants, tell you when they're sick, make recommendations about treatment and maintenance, and even remind you to water them.

November 17, 2022 by StackCommerce in Yard & Outdoors

Love birds? Help protect them with this free birding app

Here's how you can go from zero to birding hero.

November 9, 2022 by Greg Nichols in Yard & Outdoors

Light up your night: The best headlamps and how many lumens you need

The Black Diamond Spot 400-R is ZDNET's top choice because it is powerful, rechargeable, light, and packed with attractive features such as a battery indicator and colored light settings that are hard to beat at that price.

November 8, 2022 by Rajiv Rao in Wearables

The top 3 pickleball states -- yes, it's a thing

Everyone's doing it. Are your neighbors secretly Googling pickleball?

November 4, 2022 by Greg Nichols in Fitness