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Latest news
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Should you buy the Amazon Smart Plug: is this the right smart plug for you?
The Amazon Smart Plug adds Alexa control to any device, but is it the right option for your needs? We'll take you through it
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Nanoleaf takes on Philips Hue with low-priced smart bulbs and light strips
Nanoleaf Essentials colourful bulbs are more affordable than many rivals, and they're just as practical and useful
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Apple AirTags reveal video shows off a compact tracker that oozes style
AirTags production has finished and the launch date could be as soon as next month
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Prime Day Ring Video Doorbell deal: save you up to HALF PRICE – now starting from $69.99!
You could get a Ring Video Doorbell 3 with Amazon Echo Show 5 for just $149.99 total, and lots more options
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$99/£99 HomePod Mini aims to blow away Amazon Echo and Nest Audio
Will the smaller HomePod rival the bigger competition?
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Ring Prime Day deal saves you 20% on the Ring Stick Up Cam Battery
This totally wireless security camera is the perfect home security upgrade, especially with $20 off!
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Amazon's new Eero 6 and Eero 6 Pro mesh routers are built for home working and smart control
New Eero 6 mesh Wi-Fi systems are faster than ever, and have a Zigbee smart home control hub built in
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Google Pixel 5 and cheaper Pixel 4a 5G launched with new camera lens and slick Android features
Google also showed off the Nest Audio and Chromecast with Google TV at its September event
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New Echo Show 10 is a smart screen that can follow you round the room
The new Echo Show's rotating display turns to face you, so you can always see what's on-screen
Latest features
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Arlo Essential vs Arlo Pro 4: which wireless security camera is right for you?
Arlo's budget wireless security camera is a great all-rounder but the Arlo Pro 4 has better eyesight
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Arlo vs Ring: which smart security camera system is the best for you in 2022?
Two of the biggest hitters in smart home security go head to head. Which is best for you?
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Nest Audio vs Amazon Echo 4th generation
Google and Amazon's smart speakers go head to head – which is the best mid-range AI speaker box for your money?
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Ring vs Blink: which smart security camera system is the best of 2022?
These are two of the biggest names in smart security, but which offers the best options to give your home peace of mind?
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Should you buy the Tado Smart Radiator Thermostat?
Tado goes beyond the smart and into the realm of genius – but is smartening up your radiators the right move for your home?
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Best smart home kit of CES 2021: the finest new upgrades you can make to your home
Build your smart home brick-by-brick with 2021's smartest new equipment - from doorbells to robot assistants and beyond
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Amazon Echo (4th gen) vs Echo Dot (4th gen): which new Alexa speaker is best for you?
Alexa is round and always around: which of Amazon's new Echo devices will win the battle of the balls?
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Amazon Echo (4th gen) vs Amazon Echo (3rd gen): Everything that's new in the latest Echo
Do you stick or twist when it comes to the Echo speakers?
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Should you buy the Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition on Prime Day?
What makes the Amazon Echo Dot Kids Edition different – and is it worth spending extra over a regular Echo Dot?
Latest reviews
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Ezviz C3N review: a budget Wi-Fi outdoor security cam with great night vision
The Ezviz C3N is a cheap security camera that's packed with features and can stand up to the weather
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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Balance review: a Google Assistant smart speaker with serious hi-fi chops
The Beosound Balance is a smart speaker packed with ingenious tech, but is it worth the high price?
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Yale Conexis L1 review: the ideal DIY front door smart lock
Say goodbye to physical keys: the Yale Conexis L1 is a smart multi-point lock with NFC, Bluetooth, and serious style
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Kami Wire-free Outdoor Camera review: a well-featured security camera with a few flaws
Kami's new wireless outdoor camera is hub-free and well-priced, but it'll only suit certain situations
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Arlo Pro 3 review: advanced smart security cameras made easy, and a T3 Award winner
Arlo Pro 3 is an excellent multi-camera smart security system with flexible features, but it may be overkill for some
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Imou Ranger IQ review: a cheap smart security camera packed with features
The Imou Ranger IQ has just about every smart security feature you could want, but is it maybe overstuffed?
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Google Home review: does it beat Amazon Echo?
Unless you want a pub quiz mate or need integration with Google Music and Chromecast, you're better off asking Alexa
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Nest Learning Thermostat review
Google's clever thermostat keeps getting smarter
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Amazon Echo review: Amazon's main Echo gets cheaper, Alexa gets better
While Alexa is improving all the time and the Amazon Echo is great value for money, those looking for top-notch audio quality will be disappointed
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