Dust off your evening wear, Airbnb is offering a night at Downton Abbey
Fans of Downton Abbey are being offered the chance to spend a night at Highclere Castle, where the hit TV show was filmed. But you're going to have to prove your passion for the show to secure the booking, as it’s only open to one lucky couple. The experience will include a sumptuous meal and drinks with the owners.
Here’s a new take on smart apartments from Brilliant and ButterflyMX
The smart home market has long been focused on families that want to employ smart tech to connect with their families, but Brilliant and ButterflyMX are teaming up to bring the smart home experience to apartments and multi-family buildings with seamless control over their smart devices.
Google Nest Hub vs. Google Nest Hub Max: Which smart display is better?
With the release of the Nest Hub Max, Google adds a new smart display to complement its existing Nest Hub. They may look the same and offer the same tight smart home integrations, but there are actually quite a few things that make them different. It's the battle of the Google Assistant home hubs
Nest Wifi may be coming with Google Assistant speakers built-in
According to information obtained by 9to5Google, Google may be unveiling a new WiFi router at the October 15 annual Made by Google hardware showcase in New York City. The router is rumored to be called Nest Wifi and is believed to have beacons that double as Google Assistant speakers for voice control.
The Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box brings immersive lighting to your living room
The Philips Hue Play HDMI Sync Box removes all the extra steps involved in creating an immersive lighting experience. Just place it between your media player and your TV, and enjoy the experience. Up to 10 Philips Hue lights and four HDMI devices can connect to the HDMI Sync Box.
Blue Apron vs. Home Chef: Which meal kit delivery is the best?
It's Blue Apron Vs. Home Chef as we compare two of the top meal kit delivery services available throughout the United States. We're looking at their recipe options, diet choices, pricing, and how easy they make preparation, among other important features. Let's dive in and find which meal service is right for you.
The best cooktops for 2019
If you need a new cooktop, you have plenty of high-tech options and multiple fuels to choose from. While compatibility with your current setup is always important, we have a selection of our favorite cooktops for you to look at, including gas, electric, and induction models. Find the right model for you.
Amazon slashes the prices of Echo Show 5 and Facebook Portal smart displays
Smart displays bring three "E's" to smart home user experience: enrichment, engagement, and entertainment. Amazon slashed the prices on the Echo Show 5, Facebook Portal, and other Alexa smart displays and Walmart cut the price of Lenovo's 8-inch Smart Display with Google Assistant.
Google Home Mini review: Smart home, smart price
The Google Home Mini is an AI assistant that’s far more capable than its small size would suggest. With Voice Match capabilities and smarter than the Echo Dot, you'll like this impressive little speaker. Here are some other things we like about the device, and a few things we don't like.
LifeFuels launches its unconventional, long-awaited smart nutrition bottle
Virginia-based startup LifeFuels has been tinkering for five years with a smart water bottle that injects ordinary water with flavors and much-needed nutrients. Now, the long-awaited $180 product is officially available, complete with an app that tracks hydration and more.
Trifo’s new Max is an A.I. robot vacuum and guard dog in one
There was so much to cover at this year's IFA conference in Berlin but one of the cooler under-the-radar announcements was Trifo's new robot vacuum cleaner, Max. It's an app-controlled, A.I.-powered vacuum that can double as a security guard and inform owners about weird movements and/or intruders.
Ecovacs Deebot OZMO 950 Review: Laser-guided mop
Ecovacs is known for making reasonably-priced-yet-high-tech robot vacuums, and the brand recently came out with a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop combination. It’s called the Ecovacs Deebot OZMO 950, and it claims to be the most powerful Deebot so far. I tested the OZMO 950, and here’s my take on the device.
Save up to $300 off the Arlo and Cloud Cam security cameras on Amazon
Smart home security camera applications range from baby and pet cams to extensive multi-camera installations connected to 24/7 professional security monitoring services. Amazon slashed prices for its own brand Cloud Cam Security Camera and on multiple configurations of four generations of Arlo security cameras.
Sharp debuts four new smart appliances, including an ultra-fast dishwasher
Sharp has introduced four new smart home products to its lineup, including the Love2Cook Smart Oven, a four-door smart refrigerator, smart dishwasher, and smart washing machine. With Google Assistant and Alexa integration, these machines each improve on their basic features in major ways.
With Amazon in its sights, Walmart expands its Delivery Unlimited service
Walmart is expanding its recently launched Delivery Unlimited service to more locations across the country. The $98-a-year service allows Walmart Grocery shoppers to waive additional delivery fees for online orders, though customers have to spend $30 a time to skip those fees.
Amazon rolls back prices on Roomba, Eufy, Deebot, and other budget robot vacuums
Robotic vacuum cleaners continue to sweep the country as manufacturers introduce models with better navigation, multi-floor mapping, and even wet mopping. Amazon rolled back prices on models from iRobot, Ecovac, Eufy, and Robobrock, some with discount coupons. Robot vacuums change lives by freeing up cleaning time.
A perfect match? Google Assistant comes to Control4’s Smart Home OS 3
If you use Control4 products, there's a new way to get control. At CEDIA 2019, Google and SnapAV, a producer of A/V, surveillance, networking, automation, and remote management products, announced their new collaboration. This collaboration adds Google Assistant to Control4's new Smart Home OS 3.
Amazon drops prices for Echo Sub and Echo Plus speaker bundles
Echo smart home speakers punch above their weight when paired with an Echo Sub to handle bass sound. Amazon dropped the prices on the Echo Sub bundled with an Echo or Echo Plus smart speaker, making room-filling music more affordable. The Echo Sub only works when paired with a compatible Echo Dot, Echo, or Echo Plus.
There may be a new Echo and other Amazon devices announced later this month
Amazon just announced that it will be having a product launch event on September 25. That's big news for Amazon product fans. What will be unveiled at this year's event? Amazon told Digital Trends that the event will span popular product lines including Alexa, Echo, Ring, and more.
Amazon rolls $110 off this Shark Ion robot vacuum price tag
The iRobot Roomba may be the most popular name when it comes to robot vacuums, but it’s not the only player in the game. There is a myriad of less expensive alternatives on the market that can deliver comparable cleaning prowess. A solid option is the Shark Ion RV720, and it’s currently discounted on Amazon by 31%.
Alexa will start to crowdsource answers to fill in knowledge gaps
Amazon is now crowdsourcing answers for Alexa through the new Alexa Answers program. Average Joes and Janes can provide answers to Alexa questions that don't have answers. These questions cover a wide range of categories including History, Science, Literature and Music. Answers are vetted by other users.
The iRobot Roomba i7 is on sale for $100 less on Amazon today
iRobot’s lineup of Roomba robot vacuums has long been an icon in the automated floor cleaning industry. These machines don’t come cheap though, which is why it’s always worth to wait for discounts before getting one. Lucky for you, Amazon is holding a sale on the Roomba i7 along with other high-end robotic vacuums.
Amazon drops $90 off the Ecovacs Deebot 500 budget robot vacuum
Even though Roomba might be the most well-known robot vacuum brand right now, Ecovacs offers the same quality for a lot less price. One of its bestselling robot vacuums, the Ecovacs Deebot 500, boasts smart home compatibility, app control, intuitive navigation, and most importantly, excellent cleaning prowess.
Entry-level smart displays: Google Nest Hub and Amazon Echo Show 5
The Google Nest Hub and Amazon Echo Show 5 are the entry-level displays for their smart home platforms. Both displays enrich user experience, but they're not equal. No one will switch between Alexa and Google Assistant because of a display, but the differences between the Nest Hub and the Show 5 bear scrutiny.
LifePod believes smart home tech can help facilitate the challenges of eldercare
Boston-based startup LifePod is digging deep into the eldercare market, partnering up with the American Heart Association for a heart failure study to help seniors take better care for themselves and monitor their own health via smart home technology.
TCL washing machine is gentle enough to clean eyeglasses, jewelry, and more
TCL is known for televisions, but its newest creation is an appliance. The TCL Classified X10-110BDI washing machine has a stunningly large 12.3- inch TFT touchscreen and smart home technology, and uses ultrasound cleaning that is gentle enough to wash glasses, jewelry, and wearable devices.
Walmart offers up to an $89 discount on Eufy RoboVacs to keep your home pristine
Chores are the last thing you'd want to do with your free time. Tick vacuuming off your to-do list with a capable robot vacuum roving about your house while you work or relax. Lucky for you, Walmart has slashed its prices on these Eufy RoboVacs to make a hands-free cleaning experience possible for $200 at most.
Get rid of pet hairs with the iRobot Roomba 680, now less $69 at Walmart
Sometimes, maintaining the cleanliness of the house from pet hair can be annoying. Luckily, there are plenty of robot vacuums ready to relieve us in these furry situations. A reliable choice would be the iRobot Roomba 680 Robot Vacuum, and it’s currently discounted by 23% or as much as $69 at Walmart.
The HomePod launch was a letdown. Can Apple deliver a smaller, cheaper version?
The Apple HomePod smart speaker was not only late to come to market, but the device is expensive, complicated, and dying on the vine in the smart home market. A mini version, though -- one that's cheaper, easy to use, and versatile -- could be just what the company and its fans need.
Cooking platform SideChef expands its empire with new smart kitchen partnerships
SideChef's all-in-one home cooking platform has proved wildly popular with manufacturers of smart home appliances for the kitchen and this year is no exception as the company announced new partnerships with refrigerator maker Haier and Home Connect, an app that unifies appliances from different brands.
This upgraded smart mirror will analyze your skin over time
Smart mirrors are a hot commodity in the smart home market these days, helping with everything from making you look better to picking out clothes but the new HiMirror is taking it to a new level with skincare analysis combined with online entertainment and social features.
Lockly Secure Pro Biometric Smart Lock review
The Lockly Secure Pro smart lock is positively packed with features -- a fingerprint reader, a touchscreen keypad, and compatibility with Alexa and Google Home. It even comes with a hub and door sensor. Is this smart lock as great as it sounds? I tested the device to find out.
This Ring Alarm security system with a free Echo Dot is down to its lowest price
One of the best home security systems is the Ring Alarm Security Kit. If you were looking to safeguard your home you can now get the 8-piece kit including an Echo Dot speaker on Amazon for $70. This is the lowest its ever been so don't miss out on this limited-time deal.
Save $100 with Best Buy’s deal on the Arlo Pro four-camera security kit
When it comes to keeping your home safe, outdoor security cameras make a great first line of defense. If you want to put them wherever you want to, going the wireless route is a great idea. Right now, Best Buy is offering the Arlo Pro four-camera wireless security camera kit for $100 less than its usual $500 price tag.