Nest Cam IQ Indoor review
There are few smarter or more sophisticated cameras than Nest Cam IQ Indoor, which looks impressive and delivers all the features you could want. It's also expensive, though, and with other more affordable options out there, you might want to shop around.
This app lets Amazon hijack your Apple Watch
If you want to free Alexa from your Amazon Echo and instead find her a home on your wrist, there's a new app that can help with that. Meet Voice in a Can, a new third-party app that allows you to use Alexa on your Apple Watch. No longer will you be tied to Siri when using your Apple Watch.
Google’s new patent hopes to protect the Google Home from being hijacked
If you love talking to Google Assistant, it's not hard to believe that a hacker would enjoy the same privileges. And now, Google is patenting a new system that seeks to protect you and your Google Home from being hijacked. As per a recently filed patent, Google is looking to prevent so-called "audio attacks."
Sonos-Ikea collaboration yields first product, the Symfonisk bracketed speaker
Months ago, everyone's favorite Scandinavian furniture store, Ikea, announced a collaboration with home audio experts Sonos. After much speculation, the companies have finally announced the Symfonisk, a bracketed speaker currently in development. It represents the first step in a long-term partnership.
Delta Wi-Fi Leak Detector review
Update: Delta has discontinued the Wi-Fi Leak Detector and is issuing refunds to owners. Click here to get more information on how to collect your refund.
Seaside or pine forest? This alarm clock wakes you to the scent of your choice
Imagine waking up in the morning to the smell of fresh coffee or a pine forest. That is something that French startup Bescent has created with a new alarm clock which utilizes scents for an altogether more pleasant wake-up experience. Here's how you can get your hands on one.
One mom discovered her baby monitor had been hacked — she’s not alone
Keeping an eye on your baby with your 21st century baby monitor seems like the responsible parent move, but as one South Carolina mother found out, you may not be the only one watching your household. Jamie Summitt discovered that that her baby monitor was being used for nefarious purposes.
The most bacteria-ridden places in your kitchen? Check your appliances
How clean is your kitchen? You may be surprised to find out the types of bacteria that can hide in a kitchen that looks clean on the surface. Time to break out the disinfectant and check those spots on your appliances that you wouldn't normally think to clean.
The Sonos Beam is the HomePod killer only Sonos could make
Those waiting for the ultimate smart sound solution for their TV and living room may find it in the Sonos Beam. The latest product from the lauded powered speaker company combines the power of Amazon's Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple AirPlay 2 into just a single speaker.
Amazon’s Echo Look is back on the market to dispense fashion advice
Formerly available by invitation only, Amazon's new fashion-friendly Echo Look is hitting the broader market in a big way with new features that allow users to capture, pair, rate, and take suggestions on their wardrobe and outfits. The Echo Look made its grand debut in February.
A craft beer dispenser in your own kitchen? We’ll drink to that!
The hottest bar in town? It's right there in your own home, thanks to the new SUB Home Beer Dispenser from German kitchen appliance maker Krups. This home draft system promises to let you keep your beer fresh, cold, and most importantly, carbonated for up to two weeks. We'll drink to that.
Sengled brings beauty and the beat to its new Element smart bulbs
Smart appliance manufacturer Sengled is continuing the expansion of features and applications to its most popular products, starting by adding color and rhythm features to its Element smart light bulbs.
Connected CloudPets teddy bears blab on owners, leak 2 million voice recordings
In the latest toy scandal, a connected teddy bear has leaked the voice recordings of more than 2 million children and parents. As a result, a number of retailers, including Amazon, Target, and Walmart, have decided to pull the toy from their shelves. Amazon began removing the product on Tuesday morning.
Plan to keep gun away from kids by storing it in oven backfires on Ohio man
A man in Warren, Ohio recently learned the consequences of storing his handgun in the broiler when his girlfriend decided to some baking, leading to the inevitable hail of bullets, multiple injuries, and a burn.
Is Apple showing up late to the smart home party, or just not coming?
Apple’s WWDC 2018 featured more than two hours of OS announcements. But what was largely missing was news on smart home platforms and devices. While competitors are making the smart home a central focus of their platforms, Apple is mum. Is it because they’re late to the party, or they’re not planning on attending the party?
One British baby’s first word was ‘Alexa,’ and he’s certainly not alone
Amazon's smart assistant is so integrated into our lives that she's now become the first word of a new generation. That's right, friends. When you say Alexa's name more than you say your own, you're likely teaching the newest members of your family who's really boss. One baby's first word was "Alexa."
Everything Apple announced at WWDC, from iOS 12 to MacOS Mojave
At WWDC -- Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference -- the company showcases it's latest innovations to thousands of developers. The dust has settled on the major keynote, and even if you weren't able to catch it live, we've summarized everything you need to know about what went down at Apple's major event.
HelloFresh and Green Chef join forces, and now, meal kits are in stores
On Tuesday, March 20, HelloFresh announced its acquisition of Green Chef, which means the convenient meal preparation service is now also offering vegan, gluten-free, Keto, and Paleo meals. And now, HelloFresh is making bigger moves still by launching a new retail product line available at grocery stores.
Live updates: How to watch Apple’s WWDC 2018 keynote
It’s WWDC, our favorite time of year when Apple shows off all of its new software. This year there are lots of exciting updates from iOS 12 to a very sleek MacOS 10.14. Here's how to watch the keynote, and we'll be updating this post live throughout the show to include major announcements.
Xbox One may soon welcome Alexa and Google Assistant
A leaked Xbox One screenshot from an upcoming build suggests that Cortana may soon have some company, with voice commands utilizing Alexa and Google Assistant devices added to the console's expanding repertoire. No official announcement has been made, but such a move has been rumored for many months.
Smarterware ensures your fridge never reeks of spoiled food again
Your food may not be smart (yet), but that doesn't mean that your containers can't be. In the continuing quest to ensure that every aspect of our home is somehow connected, we've now been introduced to Smarterware, a new food storage line from Ovie that claims to be the world's first smart food container.
Nectar’s adjustable bed frame comes with a NASA-inspired Zero Gravity setting
Who says you have to be horizontal to sleep? Certainly not Nectar. But it's not just about the mattress for this bed in a box brand -- rather, the company is taking a holistic look at your entire sleeping experience, and to that end, the company has unveiled the new adjustable bed frame.
Amazon takes on the grocery store with Prime Pantry
Rather than a flat rate, Amazon is turning Prime Pantry into yet another monthly service subscription. If you want to take advantage of Prime Pantry, you'll pay $5 each month for unlimited deliveries and free shipping on orders over $40. If you don't hit that $40 minimum, you'll have to pay $2 extra.
Sensory deprivation float tanks can cost a fortune, but this one is different
Want a bit of sensory deprivation, but deprived of tons of cash? No problem. This Kickstarter inflatable flotation tank will not only fit in the average apartment, it also won't cost you your life savings to buy. After all, average Joes and Janes need a bit of zen relaxation, too!
The Amazon Echo Dot is the single best-selling smart speaker of them all
A new report now suggests that the best-selling smart speaker remains within the Amazon Echo ecosystem. The less-than-$50 Echo Dot is definitively the most popular smart home speaker around. The report comes from Thinknum, who tracked "sales raking data since 2016 at Best Buy for the category."
“OK, Google, activate gun” may be the most terrifying command ever
Your friendly living room smart speaker may not be quite as innocent as it seems. At least, not if there's a malevolent owner pulling the strings. That's now been proven by Alexander Reben, who created a system that causes a Google Home to command a separate device to fire a gun.
Alexa can now analyze random requests to use skills you didn’t know existed
Amazon just gave Alexa the ability to discover skills based on user queries. The feature lets Alexa skill developers configure their apps for skill discovery and notify Alexa's machine learning engine of the compatibility. The goal is to provide correct answers without making users search for new skills.
Apple HomePod vs. Amazon Echo vs. Google Home: Which is best?
So how does the HomePod measure up to the Amazon Echo and Google Home? Here, we examine the similarities and differences. Hint: it's not even close.
Update: PicoBrew postpones its Kickstarter campaign for the Pico U
PicoBrew set out to revolutionize homebrewing beer, but then realized its technology could also make amazing pour-over coffee. Its new machine, the Pico U, makes coffee, beer, and more, including kombucha, chai, and other beverages you might not have heard of, all for under $200.
4 reasons my love affair with Amazon is fizzling
Whether it be running shoes or garbage bags, if I needed something, I always turned to Amazon. But some things have happened recently that have made me question my love affair with the retail giant. Will I be able to trust the website again?
SideChef and AmazonFresh partner to deliver your grocery list
Beginning in August, SideChef users who have Amazon Prime subscriptions and are subscribed to AmazonFresh can get same-day or next-day grocery delivery services. The delivered ingredients are customized to help home chefs cook more than 5,000 recipes from SideChef's collection.
LG has a solution for smelly concertgoers at the Bonnaroo festival
If you're attending the 2018 Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival, you might be surprised to see LG Electronics at the big event. The home appliance and electronics company is holding the "LaundRoo Lounge and Vintage Clothing Swap, Powered by LG."
Are smart cities as safe as we think they are? Security experts say not yet
New research by non-for-profit global security association ISACA has revealed that security experts believe that malware, ransomware, and denial of service attacks continue to pose a threat to smart city infrastructure, including the energy sector, communications, and financial services.