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This all-new GE Cync Reveal under-cabinet light bar is 25% off
We awarded this full-color LED light bar a TechHive Editors’ Choice Award when we reviewed the 18-inch model in May.
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Snag a SimpliSafe security system for 50% off during Prime Day
With the arrival of Prime Day comes a rare opportunity to scoop up a SimpliSafe security kit for as little as $99.99.
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Ikea’s Dirigera smart hub just got a big Matter boost
A new firmware update allows the Dirigera hub to control Matter devices, rather than simply bridging them to existing Matter networks.
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Blink's new video doorbell drops to $35 ahead of Prime Day
The Blink Video Doorbell has barely been out a few weeks and it's already down to $35.
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Ring's battery-powered video doorbell drops to best price ahead of Prime Day
The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is $80 off right now.
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Ring's indoor Wi-Fi security cam is now 50% off ahead of Prime Day
The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam just dropped to $40 (was $80) on Amazon, its best price yet.
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This 1080p Wi-Fi security camera is a steal for just $16 right now
The TP-Link Tapo C200 has motion tracking, two-way audio, night vision, and is now extra cheap with this 47% discount on Amazon.
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These Matter-enabled smart lamps do more than just dazzle
Govee’s latest floor lamps can illuminate a reading space as well as wash your walls with color.
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These outdoor RGB string lights are perfect for summer and are now 30% off
Govee's smart outdoor string lights are 96 feet long and now down to just $70 (was $100) on Amazon.
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GE Lighting’s latest color LED smart bulb is unlike any I've ever seen
The Cync Clear Full Color Direct Connect A19 Smart Bulb features a spiral filament inside a clear glass globe.
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Ring harnesses generative AI to power Ring Video Descriptions
Generative AI will describe the motion that triggers Ring cameras and doorbells to record. Founder Jamie Siminoff says AI is “impossible to overhype.”
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Philips Hue smart lights are already pricey. They’re about to get pricier
Thank tariffs for the price hikes that are soon to hit Philips Hue lighting products.
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Tapo’s new 4K security cams can capture sequential images 24/7
The first 4K security cameras from TP-Link's Tapo brand can continuously capture up to one snapshot a second while on battery power.
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I tried Tapo’s new RoomCam 360: 4K and AI detection with no subscription
This room-patrolling security cam matches many of Ring’s best features, all without the need for a subscription plan.
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This solar-powered Wi-Fi security camera is a whopping 50% off right now
The Eufy SoloCam S220 got its price slashed in half on Amazon, so there's never been a better time to grab one.
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Wyze is stamping security videos with user IDs. Here’s why
With its latest security measure, Wyze hopes to avoid the privacy breaches that have dogged it in the past.
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Philips Hue’s latest light can bathe your walls in color
The Hue Play wall washer casts a gradient glow against a nearby surface, perfect for setting the mood. Meanwhile, Hue’s AI chatbot is starting to go live.
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Get this Ring doorbell with solar charger for a whopping 47% off
The Ring Battery Doorbell with solar charger is normally $150, but right now you can snag it for $80 on Amazon.
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Google TV users with Nest Cams are getting an essential feature
Keeping an eye on your home while binge-watching Netflix is about to get much easier.
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This solar-powered Wi-Fi security cam is down to its best price
It doesn't cost a lot to get hands-off security for your home.
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Ring has discontinued its least expensive smart lighting hub
Ring is no longer selling the affordable Ring Bridge, which connects its smart lighting products to Wi-Fi.
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Wyze’s new security cam screws into a standard light socket
The Wyze Bulb Cam combines a 2K security camera and a smart bulb, and you can screw it into an indoor or outdoor light socket.
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I wanted to dim my Philips Hue lights. All I got was a pop-up ad
There’s something about giant banner ads in smart home apps that’s particularly obnoxious.
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New Blink Video Doorbell promises 2 years of runtime on 3 AA batteries
The $70 doorbell camera captures a view of your visitors from head to toe and comes complete with both batteries and a Blink Sync Module Core in the box.
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Property Brothers’ Jonathan Scott leads investor group acquiring Phyn from Belkin
The celebrity contractor and self-described “technology nut” sees the Phyn Plus leak detection and smart water shut-off valve as an underappreciated value.
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This 2K indoor security camera is a steal for just $30 right now
Get the Arlo Essential for a whopping 63% off on Amazon for a limited time.
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Matter-enabled SwitchBot Hub 3 smart home controller is now available
The third-generation smart home hub features an LCD display, an infrared transmitter and receiver, four programmable shortcut buttons, and a rotary knob.
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Inboxes are getting spammed with racist Ring sign-up emails
Even if you’ve never owned a Ring camera, you may still have received one of these spam sign-up emails. Here's what's probably happening.
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Nanoleaf’s solar garden lights lack Wi-Fi. I can't wait to test them
These new solar-powered outdoor lights lack any kind of network connectivity, perfect for my dumb Brooklyn backyard.
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Snag this solar-powered wireless security cam for just $40 while you can
The Tapo SolarCam C403 Kit includes a solar panel, and right now you can get it with a 33% discount on Amazon!
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A big smart home category is still left out of Matter
There’s a new update for the smart home-unifying Matter specification, but a crucial class of smart home products still hasn’t made the cut.
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The best Mother's Day tech gifts: 19 ideas that are sure to wow her
Don't know what to get her for Mother's Day? We've got your back with the coolest and most practical gadgets that'll wow her!
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ADT and Yale partner on Z-Wave lock with fingerprint recognition
The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave is the first smart lock certified for the new Z-Wave User Credential Command Class.
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Philips Hue’s sibling brand unveils a rival HDMI sync box for way less
Just like Philips Hue’s own HDMI sync box, the WiZ version syncs your lights with the images on TV, but for a far more affordable price. What’s the catch?
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Ultraloq Z-Wave smart locks get Home Assistant integration
IoT manufacturer Xthings is doubling down on integration with the popular DIY smart home platform, starting with its Ultraloq U-Bolt Z-Wave smart deadbolts.
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I went hands-on with Eufy’s elusive E10 smart display
Eufy’s been coy about its upcoming smart display, but I managed to snag some hands-on time in New York City this week.
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Eufy’s new security NVRs will boast crime-detecting AI agents
Both the ProSecure NVR and the 4G-enabled HomeBase Professional S1 will get AI chipsets allowing them to assess threats and warn you of impending danger.
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Roku goes it alone with its latest security cameras
Roku’s first smart home devices were built in partnership with Wyze Labs, but the company says its latest home products are “specifically Roku-developed.”
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Lorex’s 2K Wi-Fi Lightbulb Camera screws into a standard light bulb socket
Capable of working indoors or outside, this pan/tilt home security cam delivers 2K video resolution and 400 lumens of cool white brightness.
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Reolink security cams gain ‘Works With Home Assistant’ certification
This well-regarded family of home security cameras are the first products of their class to earn certification from the Open Home Foundation.
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Philips Hue leak hints at a Matter mystery
What’s up with the Matter logo on the regulatory documents for some new Philips Hue lights?
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This solar-powered Wi-Fi security camera is a whopping 50% off today
Get the Eufy SoloCam S220 for just $65 (was $130). That's an amazing price for a wireless, solar-powered, 2K security cam!
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This 1440p home security cam with magnetic mount is only $25 right now
The Tapo C120 indoor/outdoor cam is one of the best at this price. Get it now for 38% off on Amazon!
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Aqara has a clever solution for a vexing Matter problem
The platform-unifying Matter standard can’t always tap into advanced smart device features, but Aqara has a workaround.
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Save 29% on this solar-powered security cam with hassle-free setup
This wireless solar-powered outdoor security camera from TP-Link is on sale for $40 on Amazon.
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Homey smart home hubs gain energy monitoring features
The smart home hub manufacturer Athom also announced the Homey Energy Dongle for European smart meters.
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Google is moving on from smoke detectors and smart locks
Say goodbye to the Nest Protect and Nest x Yale Lock, with Google discontinuing those products and teeing up third-party replacements.
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Is Ikea going all-in with Matter? A leak just dropped another hint
It’s looking more and more like Ikea is prepping Matter-over-Thread support for its smart home lineup.
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Get two solar-powered Eufy security cams for the price of one right now
At just $60 per camera, the solar-powered SoloCam S220 is a must-buy during Amazon's Big Spring Sale event.
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