What is an Echo Dot?
What is Echo Dot? Now in its third generation, Amazon's tiny smart home hub can help you order from Amazon, keep track of to-do lists, play games, get weather information and much, much more, all using the power of Alexa. Here's what you need to know about this tiny dynamo.
Amazon slashes prices on the entire line of Garmin Fenix 5 smartwatches
Garmin's fitness smartwatches head up any discussion of premium brands. With its location, fitness and activity tracking, connectivity, music capabilities, and more, Garmin's Fenix 5 model lineup lets you mix and match colors, watch face sizes and materials. Amazon slashed prices for the Fenix models for Father's Day.
LG portable air conditioners get steep price cuts at Walmart
If you've ever found yourself at the mercy of high temperatures, then you know how valuable a decent air conditioner can be. Air conditioners are usually a really expensive purchase, however, Walmart is currently offering some really nice savings on factory reconditioned LG portable AC.
Walmart drops big discounts on Frigidaire, GE, and Emerson dehumidifiers
Don't give humidity a chance. All's fair when you're fighting high humidity levels, and not just for personal comfort. Anything over 50% humidity is unhealthy in homes because the moisture fosters the growth mold, mildew, and dust mites. Walmart dropped the prices of five top-rated dehumidifiers.
Amazon cuts price on Black & Decker, Haier, Frigidaire portable air conditioners
Portable air conditioners are a popular option for keeping cool in small spaces and windowless rooms. With summer well on its way, a space-saving, portable AC may be the way to go. Now, Amazon is offering price drops on Black & Decker, Frigidaire, and Haier portable ACs to start your summer off cool.
Digital Trends Live: Intel’s new laptop concept, Apple foldable device, and more
On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we tackle the trending tech stories of the day, including Intel’s “Honeycomb Glacier” concept laptop, a patent that may allow Alexa to listen and record at all times, a possible Apple foldable device, Computex news, smart circuit breakers, and more.
Amazon drops prices on Ring’s Smart Lighting with bundle saving you up to 30%
Looking to add security lights to your smart home? Ring Smart Lighting is the doorbell-making company's latest offering, turning on the lights automatically for you using your doorbell and camera. Amazon's offering up to 30% off bundle deals for these products right now.
Woot offers huge discounts on Philips Hue smart lighting for one day only
If there's a standard bearer for smart home lighting, it's Philips Hue. As one of the first manufacturers to offer LED light kits for smart homes, Philips Hue light bulbs, switches, hubs, and starter kits command premium prices. That's why we jumped when we saw Woot's one-day sale on Philips Hue smart lights.
Amazon slices prices on select AeroGarden smart indoor gardens by up to 50%
Summer is here, and with the change in seasons come cookouts. Fresh ingredients are always best, and Amazon's cooked up some great deals on select AeroGarden smart indoor gardens of all sizes -- with discounts of up to 50%. We even found a cheap AeroGarden alternative for under $50.
The iKuddle is a smart litter box that scoops the poop for you
If you own a cat, you know just how unpleasant it is to clean the litter box. The iKuddle is a Wi-Fi connected smart litter box that handles almost every step of the process for you. All you have to do is swap out the bag. The device is currently on Kickstarter for interested pet owners.
Ignore the scaremongers. 5G won’t interfere with weather satellites. Here’s why
There are fears that 5G's use of mmWave -- the spectrum required for higher bandwidth -- will interfere with weather satellites, setting back weather forecasting by decades. But given no one has yet figured out how to make it work at scale, do we really have anything to fear?
Amazon deals on Netgear Wi-Fi routers cut prices by up to $100 today only
Smart homes need strong Wi-Fi. Without consistent Wi-Fi signals throughout your home, your internet service speed doesn't matter. If your Wi-Fi network doesn't reach where you need it, a wireless router could be the answer. Amazon has discounts on Netgear Wi-Fi routers as one of today's Deals of the Day.
Ikea finally gets around to adding shopping to its smartphone app
Ikea is planning to revamp its mobile app so that you'll finally be able to shop from it. The new app, due out later this year, will also include other new features designed to enhance the shopping experience at its newer, smaller brick-and-mortar stores, which stock fewer products.
Walmart Memorial Day sale: 4K TVs, Dell laptops, and Nintendo Switch deals
Walmart is likely the largest pool of Memorial Day deals. With some pretty nice savings on Apple iPads, Apple Watches Samsung and Vizio 4K TVs, laptops, and Google Home devices, now is a great time to snag some electronics for cheap. Plus, if you're looking for a Nintendo Switch, there are a few offers.
Amazon Echo Spot vs. Lenovo Smart Clock
It's the Amazon Echo Spot vs. Lenovo Smart Clock: Which smart alarm clock deserves to be at your bedside or on your shelf? We take a look at size, speakers, voice assistants, features, and what other smart devices that these clocks can control. Find out which one is most worth your money, and why you should buy.
UN finds voice assistants aren’t helping combat sexist gender stereotypes
Most voice assistants have a female-sounding voice. While you may not think much of it, the United Nations believes it is reinforcing negative gender stereotypes that place women in antiquated roles. The study also argues that companies haven't done enough to have A.I. rebuff hostile language.
Roomba and Shark Ion robot vacuum cleaners get big price cuts for Memorial Day
Got that big Memorial Day BBQ planned out? Did you think about the clean up afterwards? Probably not. If you act quickly enough you might be able to get Roomba robot help in time for the cleanup thanks to a few good sales on robot vacuums this weekend. We've spotted deals on several well-rated models.
Amazon slices the price on Instant Pot DUO Plus 60 for this Memorial Day sale
Amazon took a hefty price cut on the popular Instant Pot DUO Plus 60 6-quart, 9-in-1 multi-use cooker for this year's Memorial Day Sale. You can use the 6-quart DUO Plus 60 as a pressure cooker, slow cooker, rice cooker, yogurt maker, egg cooker, sauté, steamer, warmer, and sterilizer for 4-to-6 people.
The best stand mixers of 2019
Making dough is hard work, but the right stand mixer can make free up some time. You don't have to spend $500 on a good stand mixer, we've rounded up quality mixers at every price range (starting at around $100). Check out some of the best stand mixers of 2019, from the likes of KitchenAid and Sunbeam.
Amazon slashes prices on Nest and Ecobee smart thermostats for Memorial Day
If you’re tired of constantly adjusting your thermostat and you want a smarter (not to mention more eco-friendly) way to keep cool this spring and summer, then these Nest and Ecobee smart thermostat Memorial Day deals are just what the doctor ordered.
Walmart offers sweet deals on Owlet Smart Sock 2 baby monitor
Parenting is an amazing experience, but wondering how newborns and infants are at night can be nerve-wracking. Baby monitors can ease some of the stress by letting you check on the baby without entering the room. Walmart has some significant price reductions on baby monitors including the Owlet Smart Sock 2 and others.
Amazon Memorial Day deal drops price of August Smart Lock for homes to just $99
Smart home security systems are a great way to safeguard your home and ease the anxiety of unwanted visitors, and a smart lock is a strong starting point. Now, in Amazon’s latest Memorial Day deal, you can score an August Smart Lock (3rd Generation) for the low price of just $99, down from $150.
Amazon Memorial Day sale: $210 off Arlo Pro wireless security camera kit
Weatherproof and wireless, the Arlo Pro security camera gives you the freedom to monitor any area or room inside or outside your home. Amazon dropped the price of the Arlo Pro HD security camera kit that includes everything you need to install an Amazon Alexa and Google Net Home-compatible video security system.
Amazon chops the price for customer favorite Hamilton Beach 2-way coffee brewer
Do you sometimes want just a single cup of coffee without making a whole pot but other times use a full carafe? Have it both ways with the Amazon's Choice Hamilton Beach 2-Way Brewer. For today only, Amazon cut the price by $53. Whether you're buying a gift or upgrading, this Hamilton Beach model won't disappoint.
Lenovo’s pint-sized smart alarm clock is set to ship next month
Lenovo's Smart Clock, which it first showed off at CES 2019, is just about ready to be set up in your bedroom. The company opened up pre-orders for the smart home appliance today and announced that it will begin shipping to customers on June 2. The compact Lenovo Smart Clock is retailing for $79.
Best Buy offers a free Sengled smart LED kit with $200 Arlo smart security sale
Arlo is an awesome option for smart home security systems, and Best Buy is now offering Arlo enthusiasts a sweet smart home starter pack, with a Sengled A19 smart LED bulb kit (a $70 value), included for free with every purchase of $200 on Arlo items. Get in on this lights/camera action now.
Amazon boosts productivity by gamifying warehouse workers’ tedium
Amazon is letting its warehouse staff play video games while they work. But they aren’t just any old games. They’ve been specially designed to inject some fun into the daily grind and, of course, to encourage them to work more quickly. Incentives such as points and prizes are offered for the best players.
Neato Botvac D6 robot vacuum gets a big $330 price cut through Memorial Day
Neato is one of our favorite robot vacuum manufacturers besides iRobot, which has all but become the industry's standard for quality. We've just been alerted to a special sale on last year's Botvac D6 Connected model at Best Buy, saving you $330 off the retail price through 10 p.m. Pacific Time on Monday.
FCC filing leaks smaller Samsung Galaxy Home before the first one even launches
Samsung's promised entry into the A.I.-powered smart speaker race, the Galaxy Home, is still nowhere to be seen. But that isn't stopping the company from planning a follow-up device, which will be smaller, and likely cheaper. A new FCC filing gives us a glimpse at what it will look like.
Walmart, Home Depot, ABT, Best Buy drop huge appliance sales for Memorial Day
Memorial Day weekend brings kitchen appliance sales just before the summer season begins. Now's the time to cash in with big savings on washers, dryers, ranges, refrigerators, and kitchen suite deals. We searched Home Depot, Best Buy, ABT, and Walmart for their best appliance deals leading into the weekend.
Alexa, how’s the smart home revolution doing? As it turns out, just fine
More than a third of broadband-equipped households now own at least one remotely monitored internet-connected device, with smart speakers in the lead, followed by thermostats and networked cameras, analysts at Parks Associates reported at the Connections connected-home conference.
Home Depot Memorial Day sale drops prices on grills, tools, and appliances
The biggest focus of the Home Depot Memorial Day sale is on fridges, washing machines, ranges, and other major appliances with up to 40% off retail prices. You can also find some solid savings on power tools, grills, and outdoor electronics from the online home improvement store.
Wyze’s next ultra-affordable smart device is an $8 light bulb
Budget smart home device manufacturer Wyze has done it again, announcing Tuesday that it has begun to take orders on an $8 smart light bulb. The bulb, now available for pre-order exclusively through the app in a limited access run, ships in June.
Want to Alexa-enable your phone landline? Amazon’s Echo Connect is now 30% off
Do you still have a landline, or have VoIP in your home? We've spotted a good deal on the Echo Connect, Amazon's phone adapter which connects your home phone to your Echo device. Normally $35, Amazon is offering the Connect for 30% off for a limited time.