Smart Home: Buying Advice, Tips, and News
Whether you're building a fully connected ecosystem or just starting with a few essentials, smart home devices can help you save energy, automate tasks, and stay in control from anywhere. Our experts have found the top products designed to make your home work smarter for you.
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The Best Smart Home Devices for Every RoomWe've tested hundreds of smart home products in more than 20 categories to help determine which ones are best for every room in (and out of) the house.
By Andrew Gebhart
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Never worry about a dark driveway again. The Ring Wired Floodlight, available for $20 less today at Amazon, will light your way and keep you safe.
Instead of recording video, Apple's security cams will act as sensors using AI.
From budget self-emptying vacuums under $300 to premium mop hybrids that dodge pet accidents, I put top models through real-world stress tests so you don't waste your cash.
Dust and debris, you should be worried. The Dyson V8 vacuum is on sale for $120 off at Amazon right now. No cord, no problem.
Ring’s compact indoor cam protects your space with crisp 1080p HD color night vision and Advanced Pre-Roll with a physical swivel privacy cover, and it’s 50% off right now at Amazon.
This Roomba 115X sale leaves absolutely no crumbs. It's a robot vacuum and mop in one little self-emptying, cleaning machine, and it's a jaw-dropping $270 off right now at Amazon.
Forget keys. The top smart locks we've tested are secure, easy to install, and provide several convenient ways to control who can access your home and when.
The top smart outdoor security cameras we've tested can withstand the elements and record clear footage day or night.
Retire your old mop and bucket. The top robot mops we've tested keep your floors squeaky clean with little effort on your part.
The smart home hub, expected next month, will serve as a hub for all your home controls.
Roombas are some of the best robot vacuums on the market, but they span a wide range of prices and features. Which Roomba is right for you? We've tested them all to help you decide.
This wireless Ring Battery Doorbell 2K brings sharp Retinal 2K resolution, 6x digital zoom, and easy USB-C recharging, all for less than $40 right now on Amazon.
The code implies that the next-generation iPad mini will feature Apple's A20 Pro chip, as well as a rearranged landscape front-facing camera, and a new speaker system.
The Birdbuddy Home shines with integrated solar power and a top-notch app, but camera exposure issues and gimmicky AI features hold it back from fending off more affordable competitors.
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The Blink Outdoor 4 security cameras capture crisp video day and night so you can monitor your property right from the couch. And this 65% discount is downright diabolical.
The Amazon Echo Glow gives kids an interactable night light while also keeping them organized. You can now get two of them and save $17 over at Amazon.
Ring's Floodlight Cam Wired Plus combines blinding 2,000-lumen motion floodlights, crisp 1080p color night vision, and a 105dB security siren—all under $90 right now on Amazon.
From simple offline models to wall-mounted 55-inch screens, we tested the top digital frames, smart displays, and frame TVs for every home.
From AI-powered scheduling to $80 budget picks, the best smart thermostats we tested keep your home comfortable without spiking your energy bill.
Amazon's Big Deals Day isn't until next month, but discounts have already been ringing in. We've gathered the best ones on doorbells and security cameras so you can watch your back.
