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CES 2025: Eufy's New 'Three-in-One' Robot Vacuum Left Me Scratching My Head
I'd love to enthused for the robot vacuum that becomes a stick vacuum or a handheld, but I think other brands have executed the idea better.
CES 2025: This Beach Umbrella Can Charge Your Phone
The built-in solar panels mean you don't need to lug a battery backup to the beach.
CES 2025: This Dreame Robot Vacuum Can Climb Over Small Obstacles
The X50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop can climb over thresholds, cords, and other low barriers.
CES 2025: Aqara’s Newest ‘Presence Sensor’ Keeps the Lights on Better Than a Motion Detector
A presence sensor uses wave radar technology to sweep a room, looking for the slightest movement.
CES 2025: Switchbot's New Robot Vacuum Is Actually a Multitasking Household Assistant
Switchbot's new robot vacuum aims to do so much more than just clean your floors.
CES 2025: Bird Buddy's New Nature Cam Will Let Your Plants Tell You What Kind of Day They Had
If you've wanted to have a deeper connection with the plants and wildlife in your yard, Bird Buddy's new camera is here to help.
CES 2025: The Seven Coolest Things I Saw at CES Unveiled
Robots, motorized skis, and ice cream from a pod.
CES 2025: Govee’s New Pixel Light Will Remind You of a Lite Brite
Govee is leaning into a retro theme at this year's CES.
CES 2025: Mammotion Just Released Two Mini Robot Lawnmowers
These mini robot lawnmowers are the perfect shrunk-down versions of my two favorite models.
CES 2025: This New Robot Vacuum Has an Arm That Picks Stuff Up
The only CES tech I've seen that made me shout and clap in excitement is the Roborock Saros Z70's robotic arm.
A Renter-Friendly Home Backup Generator Is Coming
Biolite has created a less expensive, user-friendly whole home backup power generator.
All the Smart Tech I Use to Get Better Sleep
I was a terrible sleeper, so I spent a year throwing a bunch of smart tech at the problem—and it actually worked.
Here's the Smart Home Tech I'm Hoping to See at CES 2025
We're already starting to get an idea of what will be released at CES this year, but here's the stuff on my personal wish list.
You Can Now Let Trusted Friends and Family Control Your Google Home
For now, though, it is only available for users enrolled in Google Public Preview.
Hisense Wants to Turn Its TVs Into Smart Hubs (but Its Plan for Integration Is Messy)
From meal planning to televisions that work as smart hubs, I have a sense of deja vu over many of Hisense's feature announcements.
These Smart Home Automations Can Make Christmas Even More Magical for Kids
Voice assistants and smart home sensors can help you create a little more holiday magic without a lot of extra work.
Five Last-Minute Gifts Under $50 for Your Techy Friends
I wish someone would get me any of these gifts (or all of them).
The Bird Buddy Is the Best Smart Bird Feeder I Have Tested
Bird Buddy smart feeders aren't without problems, but they still provide the best overall experience.
Everything You Can Do With a Flipper Zero, From Perfectly Legal to Slightly Shady
This tiny device puts a powerful hacking tool in your pocket.
