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Reviews
TCL D1 Pro Palm Vein Smart Lock review: Talk to the hand
Smart home technology once in the realm of sci-fi becomes real with this smart deadbolt that scans your palm to unlock your door.
Reviews
LIFX Outdoor Permanent Lights review: Luxe lighting in the eaves
This luxurious lighting solution lets you ring your home with lights you never need to take down, but we were plagued with setup issues.
Reviews
Yale Code keypad lock review: Svelte & affordable, just not smart
The smart lock leader focused on price and ease of use to deliver this keypad deadbolt, which doesn't offer wireless connectivity.
Deal
Deck the halls with Govee's smart string lights, 33% off for Cyber Monday
The 100-feet Govee Outdoor Permanent String Lights are $100 off at Best Buy.
Reviews
Eufy Outdoor Spotlights E10 review: A pop of color for the garden
These smart spotlights are easy to configure and provide dozens of fun lighting choices, but installation isn’t overly flexible.
Reviews
These are the best smart home products of the year
As the year winds down, get the scoop on our favorite smart speakers and displays, thermostats, security cameras, video doorbells, lighting systems, and more.
Deal
The newest Blink video doorbell is 50% off
The Blink Video Doorbell has had its price slashed in half on Amazon.
Best Picks
Best smart garage door controllers: Convenience and safety
Even if you use your garage only as an oversized storage locker, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without a smart controller for your existing garage door opener.Latest Streaming Stories
News
Google Home preview users just got another Gemini AI feature
Gemini can now pitch in if you're looking to create automations in the Google Home app.
Feature
Alexa’s big AI makeover: 8 burning questions answered
It’s been more than a year since we got our first glimpse of an AI-supercharged Alexa. What happened?
Feature
11 tips for Samsung's smart TV software
Tips, tricks, and hidden settings for Samsung's smart TVs.
News
Max will start cracking down on password sharers next week
Get ready for some “gentle messaging” if you’re sharing someone else’s Max account.
News
Google smart speakers are starting to sound like Gemini
A few Google Home users are hearing a new voice coming from their Nest smart speakers, and it sure sounds like the new Gemini-enhanced Google Assistant.
Deal
3 things I always buy on Cyber Monday
It’s the final day to grab the the last items on my shopping list—and I purposely timed my purchases this way.
Tip
Buying a new TV on Cyber Monday? You'll need these 10 accessories, too
Buying a new TV during the Cyber Monday sales is just for starters. You'll want these key accessories to get the most from your new device.
Best Deals
The 32 best Amazon Cyber Monday tech deals our experts found
We've sifted through all the Cyber Monday tech deals so far to reveal the best that Amazon has to offer this year.All TechHive Stories
News
Google Home preview users just got another Gemini AI feature
Gemini can now pitch in if you're looking to create automations in the Google Home app.Reviews
TCL D1 Pro Palm Vein Smart Lock review: Talk to the hand
Smart home technology once in the realm of sci-fi becomes real with this smart deadbolt that scans your palm to unlock your door.Feature
Alexa’s big AI makeover: 8 burning questions answered
It’s been more than a year since we got our first glimpse of an AI-supercharged Alexa. What happened?
Opinion
Why I'm still using my Vive Pro for VR, six years later
Even after all this time, I still think the Vive Pro is the best VR headset. Here's why newer VR headsets haven't convinced me to switch over yet.
News
The number of Matter-enabled thermostats just grew by one
The Meross Smart Wi-Fi Thermostat joins a handful of Matter-ready models that can work with Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings.Feature
11 tips for Samsung's smart TV software
Tips, tricks, and hidden settings for Samsung's smart TVs.Reviews
LIFX Outdoor Permanent Lights review: Luxe lighting in the eaves
This luxurious lighting solution lets you ring your home with lights you never need to take down, but we were plagued with setup issues.News
Max will start cracking down on password sharers next week
Get ready for some “gentle messaging” if you’re sharing someone else’s Max account.
How-To
Get more from your home network: 5 advanced tips for the hardcore
Get more control over all devices in your home with alternative router software; stop smart home gadgets from 'phoning home;' and access your devices from outside with VPN.
News
Eve finally fulfills a promise to Android smart home users
It’s years late and comes with serious limitations, but an Eve app for Android is here, at last.Reviews
Yale Code keypad lock review: Svelte & affordable, just not smart
The smart lock leader focused on price and ease of use to deliver this keypad deadbolt, which doesn't offer wireless connectivity.
News
Apple just pushed a key smart home feature into 2025
You’re still going to be able to order your robot vacuum around with Siri—just not quite yet.News
Google smart speakers are starting to sound like Gemini
A few Google Home users are hearing a new voice coming from their Nest smart speakers, and it sure sounds like the new Gemini-enhanced Google Assistant.
Deal
Fix your spotty home Wi-Fi signal with this simple $27 gadget
Amazon is selling the TP-Link AC1200 Wi-Fi Extender for 46% off right now in the wake of Cyber Monday.Deal
3 things I always buy on Cyber Monday
It’s the final day to grab the the last items on my shopping list—and I purposely timed my purchases this way.Deal
Deck the halls with Govee's smart string lights, 33% off for Cyber Monday
The 100-feet Govee Outdoor Permanent String Lights are $100 off at Best Buy.Tip
Buying a new TV on Cyber Monday? You'll need these 10 accessories, too
Buying a new TV during the Cyber Monday sales is just for starters. You'll want these key accessories to get the most from your new device.Reviews
Eufy Outdoor Spotlights E10 review: A pop of color for the garden
These smart spotlights are easy to configure and provide dozens of fun lighting choices, but installation isn’t overly flexible.Best Deals
The 32 best Amazon Cyber Monday tech deals our experts found
We've sifted through all the Cyber Monday tech deals so far to reveal the best that Amazon has to offer this year.
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