Privacy Amazon’s voice assistant makes it easier to control the devices in your home, set timers and find out how long your commute to the office will take. But privacy has become an increasing concern as smart speakers and displays grow in popularity. Reports that Amazon keeps transcripts of your voice conversations, even after you’ve […]
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Today’s advanced smart air purifiers ensure clean air. Photo: Shutterstock “The pandemic significantly increased the time people spent at home, heightening their awareness of health and wellness,” says Jessica Smith, a brand strategist who co-authored the “Home as Highest-tech Health Hub” section of the report. Brand strategist Jessica Smith says self-care is now a cornerstone
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This week, we hosted our very own Smart Home Week to celebrate the latest and greatest tech in the smart home sector and give you tips on how to use your gadgets more effectively. We also saw the arrival of some brilliant new Bluetooth speakers, a Surface Pro that finally gives the iPad Pro a
Permanent outdoor lighting can absolutely transition a bland space into an exciting one. Govee recently released its new Smart Outdoor Wall Light which offers 1500 lumens of brightness, plenty of color options, and HomeKit support over Matter. Read on to learn more about Govee’s Smart Outdoor Wall Light. HomeKit Weekly is a series focused on
I’ve been wearing an Oura Ring on my finger for a few months now, and have used the ring in nearly every environment: while running in the city, working at the office, stretching on a yoga mat, and sleeping in my bed. Oura presents my sleep, activity, and recovery data to me right as I
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$45 at Amazon Best smart display for Alexa Amazon Echo Show 8 (2nd gen) View details $20 at Walmart Best smart plug TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug Mini View details $80 at Amazon Best smart thermostat Amazon Smart Thermostat View details $300 at Amazon Best DIY home security system Ring Alarm Kit View details $170 at
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There are a few varying claims over why the Echo Spot was discontinued. Amazon’s head of PR told The Ambient, the product was discontinued due to “incredibly positive” customer response, causing the Echo Spot to sell out. This was not the same story other Amazon employees had to tell, however. When prompted why the Echo
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If you’re prone to losing your house keys, a smart lock can not only provide easy and flexible ways to secure your home, but it can also control when someone can unlock your door. Based on weeks of installing, using and rating nearly a dozen smart locks in my suburban home, the best smart lock
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Isn’t it funny that somehow we went from universal remotes in the early 2000s to suddenly having these complicated hubs to connect all the devices in our smart homes? I won’t lie but talking to a hub isn’t as great as it promised to be. It’s a lot easier to point a remote at something
