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Google Home Max review: This is the best-sounding smart speaker you can buy
But Sonos might have more to fear than Amazon (ditto for Apple).
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Gain peace of mind by checking on your devices remotely and always coming home to a well-lit house. Use away-mode to make it look like you are home when you travel, and have lights turn on/off at set times to conserve energy and save...
Amazon Echo (2nd generation) review: Better than the original, but not as important
Interested in voice-based home control? Buy an Echo Dot. Interested in multi-room audio? Buy a Sonos One.
Harman Kardon Invoke smart speaker review: Cortana could be a strong smart home system—someday
The Invoke is a good speaker, and Microsoft’s digital assistant has potential, but it’s too immature for us to give it a strong recommendation today.
Tado Smart AC Control review: An even better way to make your dumb air conditioner smarter
Connecting your A/C to your smartphone and smart home will save you smart money.
Nvidia's new $179 Shield TV bundle battles Apple TV 4K
Nvidia's $179 Shield TV bundle sheds the game controller to match the price of the new Apple TV 4K.
Nest Hello is the company's first video doorbell
Nest previewed a new video door bell coming in 2018, in addition to its Nest Secure home-security system and Nest Cam IQ Outdoor security camera.
Nest jumps into home security with Nest Secure
Nest is hoping to revolutionize home security with Nest Secure, a smart security system that offers several advantages over conventional systems.
Comcast quietly acquires Stringify and will use the IFTTT rival to power its Xfinity Home smart-home platform
Stringify-the automation tool that's more powerful, but less well known than IFTTT-will be incorporated into Comcast's smart-home system.
Rain Bird ST8I-WIFI Smart Irrigation Timer/Controller review: A major irrigation player finally goes “smart”
Rain Bird’s first generation smart sprinkler still has some growing to do. Just like your lawn!
Orbit B-hyve Wifi Sprinkler Timer review: Two ways to control your watering system
With onboard manual controls, B-hyve adds flexibility, but at the expense of simplicity.
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Best smart sprinkler controller
Whether you’re motivated by water conservation, saving money, a drive to render every aspect of your home smart, or all the above, a smart irrigation controller will scratch that itch.
Blossom 7 Smart Watering Controller review: It’s just the basics for this smart irrigation device
The second generation of Blossom strips out features, simplifies watering, and drops the price.
Sensibo Sky A/C controller review: Control your room air conditioner from anywhere
While the app is still under construction and the price is a bit off-putting, this device should help reduce your electric bill.
Sylvania Smart+ Color Light Bulb review: Supports HomeKit, ditches hub
Smart+ earns bonus points for seamless setup, but loses marks for buggy controls and poor responsiveness.
Libratone will convert its Zipp and Zipp Mini speakers into Alexa-powered smart speakers this fall
Own one of these upscale wireless speakers? It’s about to get a whole lot more capable.
Nest unveils the simpler, cheaper Nest Thermostat E
The company is implementing a better, best strategy in pursuit of more buyers.
Switchmate Bright review: The quick and easy path to smart lighting
You’ll spend more time downloading the app than installing this smart switch.
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