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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.
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Philips 5000-series smart deadbolt review: To open, just scan the hand
This smart lock’s palm vein scanning is incredibly good, but it’s expensive and a pain to install.
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Acronis True Image review: Top-tier do-it-all PC backup
With backup, disaster recovery, and malware protection under one roof, Acronis True Image is the most comprehensive end-user data-safety solution on the planet.
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Wyze Duo Cam Doorbell review: One doorbell, two cameras
The second camera on this affordable video doorbell keeps tabs on delivered packages, while the primary lens is trained on visitors.
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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.
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ESET Home Security Premium review: Simple protection with a complex heart
ESET's antivirus software gives far more control over scan and feature settings than the average rival — a plus for power users — without being intimidating.
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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.
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Avira Prime review: Comprehensive, user-friendly antivirus
Avira Prime is a simple, easy-to-understand antivirus suite that includes numerous features.
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Trend Micro Maximum Security review: Better alternatives exist
Underwhelming features, weak antivirus protection, and potentially showstopping bugs tank Trend Micro Maximum Security's appeal.
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Avast Premium Security review: Strong protection focused on PC security
Avast offers several paid antivirus suites, but its Premium Security software keeps its focus on protecting your PC while online—and by extension, you as well.
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AVG Internet Security review: Reliable, budget-friendly antivirus software
AVG Internet Security is a good upgrade on its free antivirus software, especially if you need broader online protection and don’t want to pay a lot for it.
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Hide.me VPN review: A feature-packed service with solid privacy credentials
Hide.me is a VPN service with a ton of great features that not only give you the privacy and security you need, but also allows for a wealth of customization options.
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Norton Antivirus Plus review: A slim suite for digital minimalists
Norton Antivirus Plus provides solids basics of online protection without any extra fluff—ideal for those avoiding unnecessary, expensive excess.
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McAfee Total Protection review: Top security undermined by a major feature
McAfee Total Protection offers strong antivirus, network, and online protection, but its password manager needs improvement.
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Defiant Smart Home Alarm Kit review: Just the basics
Home Depot’s Hubspace smart home ecosystem gets a security system—but only barely.
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Malwarebytes Premium Security review: An antimalware staple is now optional
Malwarebytes isn’t the vital supplement to Windows it used to be—but those who want a dead simple antivirus app will be served well.
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Avast One review: Well-priced PC security with excellent protection
Avast One defends not just your PC from online threats, but you as well—and does so by going beyond just superb antivirus protection.
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Bitdefender Total Security review: Great, easy to use protection
Bitdefender offers superb antivirus and malware defense, but this mid-tier security suite is oddly stingy in a key regard: VPN support.
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Norton 360 Deluxe review: Excellent value and strong protection
Norton 360 Deluxe offers solid online protection on multiple fronts, but it could benefit from a more polished interface.
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