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Robot cooks are just food processors with extra steps

Cooking bots like Julia and TM6 can shop for food, weigh food, chop, mix, blend, and more. Beyond the hype and the big price tags, are they worth the purchase?
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How to stereo pair your Google Home speakers

Have two Google speakers? This guide explains how to stereo pair your Google Home speakers and enjoy more room-filling sound, plus additional tips for use.
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Amazon has Germ Guardian and Winix air purifiers on sale for up to $205 off

Germ Guardian's AC9200W and Winix's 5500-2 are equipped with three layers of defense to improve indoor air. Snag either one and the savings from Amazon.
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Kwikset Halo Review: A tough smart lock that’s hard to love

The Halo by Kwikset is a smart lock that be controlled using an app, codes, or an old fashioned set of keys. It's also extremely durable.

Walmart to trial new subscription service to take on Amazon Prime

Retail giant Walmart is gearing up to trial a new subscription service to take on Amazon Prime, though the offered perks are expected to be markedly different.
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Amazon brews up to $75 in savings on De’Longhi Nespresso machine bundles

Savor every sip of delectable homebrews and get in on up to $76 in savings when you order DeLonghi's Nespresso VertuoPlus or Vertuo Evoluo from Amazon today.

This creepy Arnold Schwarzenegger robot wants to be your companion

If you thought Arnold Schwarzenegger's acting was terrifying, just wait until you get a load of Promobot's humanoid robot that bears the actor's likeness.
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Digital Trends Live: Amazon goes cashier-free, Netflix shows ratings

On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top trending tech stories, including Netflix’s decision to show rankings, Amazon’s cashier-less store, and more.
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Best Buy drops prices for Ring Video Doorbell Pro bundles with Chime Pro

Best Buy lowers prices on Amazon Alexa-compatible Ring Video Doorbell Pro smart home security bundles.
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The best meat thermometers

For some people, there's nothing scarier in the kitchen than the color pink. Here are a few gadgets that will make sure your meat is perfectly cooked.
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Wyze Lock Review: A budget smart lock without the fuss

With the Wyze Lock ($90) you get to keep your keys and your deadbolt. It screws on to what you already have to offer smart lock features in a few minutes.
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Amazon discounts Fire TV Stick, Cube, and Recast DVR ahead of March Madness

Just in time for March Madness, Amazon has discounted the Amazon Fire TV Stick and Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K, Amazon Fire TV Cube, and Amazon Fire TV Recast.
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Alexa is listening to your chat more than you think, study suggests

A new study has shown that unintended activations of smart speakers could occur as many as 19 times a day, with the longest activations lasting up to 43 seconds.
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Why India is the newest hotbed for tech experimentation

Tech giants have been actively trying to break into the Indian market with exclusive and experimental features that are designed for the local audience.
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Blue by ADT Review: DIY home security is finally here

Blue by ADT recently introduced an indoor security camera, an outdoor security camera, and a video doorbell. Here's our full review of the Blue by ADT cameras.
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Arlo Pro 3 and Apple HomeKit join forces

The Arlo Pro 3 has been one of the most popular security cameras around, and now thanks to integration with Arlo, Apple HomeKit support is finally here.
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An FCC filing suggests Lenovo might have a new robot vacuum on the horizon

An FCC filing depicting a Lenovo robotic vacuum suggests the company may have plans to enter the market again. A second entry could corner the budget-friendly market.
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Digital Trends Live: 3D COVID-19, deep fake elections, cyborg grasshoppers

On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we detail the top tech stories, including a 3D scan of the coronavirus, Boeing’s passenger drone contest, and more.
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Being small isn’t the Cricut Joy’s only trick for crafters

Cricut's new smart crafting machine will entice the crafter with limited space, boasting a compact design, but works much like its larger predecessors.
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Congress has concerns over Ring’s partnerships with police departments

A congressional committee wrote a letter to Ring over concerns about the company's partnerships with more than 400 local police departments across the country.
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This smartphone sensor can detect live skin to halt facial login spoofing

Tricking facial recognition can be as easy a putting on a latex mask, but Trinamix's 'live 'skin' sensing technology will make it harder to fool your phone.
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Digital Trends Live: Apple updates, Bezos fights climate change, and more

On this episode of Digital Trends Live, we break down the biggest trending topics in tech, including Apple news, Ring’s two-factor authentication, and more.
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After knocks on its security, Ring makes two-factor authentication mandatory

Amazon Ring is making two-factor authentication a top priority with a new mandatory second layer of verification each time someone logs in. 
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Every smart home security camera should have a shutter. Here’s why.

All smart home security cameras should have a mechanical privacy shutter to protect your privacy even if the camera is compromised.
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Forget the Internet of Things. Here’s what IoT really stands for

IoT means the Internet of Things, but there’s a growing movement to change the definition, to give it more meaning and set us up for the next decade of innovation. Tomorrow, IoT will mean Intelligence of Things, impacting AI, 5G, and every other buzzword. Here’s what that shift will bring – and how everything’s going to change in the decade ahead.
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Amazon cuts prices of Ecovacs and Eufy robot vacuums in time for Presidents Day

Dragging a vacuum around may not count as anyone's favorite activity which is a good thing that robot vacuums have come to exist. And now you bank on savings up to $90.
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Apple patent foresees a smart home that can ID you by reading your heartbeat

An Apple patent would make your home an actual smart house in every sense: From reading your heartbeat to telling who you are to coordinating smart devices. 
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The best vacuum sealers

If you’ve been thinking about purchasing a vacuum sealer to save money on your grocery bill, here are five choices that will help you decide which one is best for you.
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Amazon Echo still king among smart speakers despite declining U.S. market share

The Amazon Echo is still king (or perhaps queen) among smart speakers and will continue to be for several years, according to a report from eMarketer. Google Assistant and Siri, however, are predicted to take a bigger slice of the market for themselves.
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The Neighbors App by Ring is launching a new category: Neighborly Moments

Ring introduced a new category in its Neighbors App called Neighborly Moments. The category allows users to share footage of their neighbors performing acts of kindness.
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Nest makes two-factor authentication mandatory for its smart home devices

Google Nest is the latest smart home device to make it mandatory for people to set up two-factor authentication on their devices by using verification code.
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Galaxy S20, Galaxy Buds+, Z Flip: Everything you’ll see at Galaxy Unpacked today

It wouldn't be Galaxy Unpacked without an array of potential reveals, and Samsung isn't likely to disappoint this year. The year's first Galaxy Unpacked is February 11, and there's plenty of rumors about what we'll be seeing. From the Galaxy S20 to the latest foldable, here's what to expect.
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Use your smart speaker to make Valentine’s Day a little sweeter

This year, there's no better wingman for your Valentine's Day than Alexa or Google Assistant. Here's how to use your smart speakers to light a spark this February 14.
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Galaxy Home Mini: Leak gives a sneak peek at the tiny smart speaker

Just two days away from product-launch, XDA's Max Weinbach gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the new Samsung Galaxy Home Mini. The speaker boasts some impressive smart-home capabilities, but also a couple of drawbacks.
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