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Smart home at CES 2025: AI and Matter will take center stage
Generative AI is having a break-out year in smart home and home security, and we expect the trend to continue at CES in Las Vegas.
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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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5 ways to stay safe against new cyber threats targeting your phone
We've gathered the best tips to protect you (and your relatives) from being scammed.
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New Shelly smart devices have one-mile range, thanks to Z-Wave
Shelly's latest IoT devices leverage the Z-Wave LR standard’s range of up to 1 mile and operate on star networks that can support as many as 4,000 devices.
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Flic Button review: One smart button to rule them all
Now with Matter support, the Flic ecosystem can control virtually anything under your roof—and under the sun.
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Eufy’s new indoor PTZ security cam does HomeKit, color night vision
Anker's Eufy brand is back in the HomeKit game with a spotlight-equipped pan-tilt-zoom camera that boasts enhanced night vision.
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Get festive with these magical Christmas tree lights for 35% off
Get these festive string lights for just $64.98 at Best Buy.
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Tapo’s in-wall smart outlet packs Matter, tracks your power usage
Besides working with all the major smart home platforms, Tapo’s Matter-ready in-wall outlet can monitor your energy consumption.
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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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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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The newest Blink video doorbell is 50% off
The Blink Video Doorbell has had its price slashed in half on Amazon.
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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.
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Google is bringing older Nest Cams back into the fold
The biggest headache about using newer and legacy Nest cameras together is finally going away.
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Best DIY home security systems of 2024: Reviews and buying advice
Installing your home security system yourself can save you hundreds of dollars. These are the best DIY options, with and without professional monitoring.
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