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Latest news
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Amazon Luna and flying security cameras: Amazon just announced a game streaming service. And a security drone. And the cutest Echo Dot ever…
That's how to do live tech events, Sony and Apple
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Ring launches in-car security systems and an autonomous drone camera for your home(!)
The new Ring Car Alarm and Car Camera look great, but they're no SELF-FLYING SECURITY DRONE
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Amazon Alexa's newest ability is to take you on an audio adventure via your Amazon Echo
Alexa's new game is a full role-playing adventure with voice acting from Nathan Fillion in which you guide what happens
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Amazon Summer Sale: Philips Hue Starter Kit deals save you over £50!
These shiny Hue deals are on the bayonet, screw cap and spotlight three-bulb Hue Starter Kits
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T3 Awards 2020: Google Nest Hub Max wins best smart speaker gong
Google Nest Hub Max wins T3's Best Smart Speaker Award – sponsored by ExpressVPN
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T3 Awards 2020: Arlo Pro 3 is the top smart security tech of the year
Arlo Pro 3's comprehensive security options and ease of use captures our Best Smart Security award
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T3 Awards 2020: Nest heats up our smart energy-saving award
The Nest Thermostat E wins our Best Smart Energy Product award
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T3 Awards 2020: Philips Hue is this year's smart lighting winner
Philips Hue's expanded range and improved connectivity wins it our Best Smart Lighting award
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Ring's new cheap Video Doorbell with Full HD video is perfect for never missing a delivery
Ring upgrades its cheapest Video Doorbell model with 1080p recording, better night vision and new motion zones – still totally wireless and under £100/$100/AU$199
Latest features
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Philips Hue vs Lifx bulbs: which is the best pick for smart lighting?
Is Philips Hue the light in the smart bulb darkness, or does Lifx have it licked? Let's put them head-to-head
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Nest Learning Thermostat vs Hive Active Heating: which smart thermostat is best?
In the run up to winter, we turn up the heat on both smart systems: should you buy Nest for your nest, or is Hive a hotter deal?
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Nest vs Hive vs Tado: which smart thermostat is best for you?
It's time to get ready for winter. But which smart thermostat is right for your home and your needs?
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Philips Hue vs Ikea Tradfri: which smart light option is best for you?
Does Ikea's fledgling smart lighting range have what it takes to topple Philips Hue in the battle of the smart bulb ecosystems?
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Alexa not working? Here are the essential Amazon Alexa troubleshooting tips and fixes
Confused by Alexa's Yellow ring? Alexa not responding? Alexa multi room audio not working properly? We've got the fixes you need!
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Alexa easter eggs and tips 2020
Find out funny things to ask Alexa, hidden features, and more ways to get more from your Amazon Echo
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How to cool your home fast – some of these hacks may surprise you
Cool your home and beat the heatwave. First step: shut all your windows and doors. No, really…
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All-new Ring Video Doorbell (2nd gen) vs Ring Video Doorbell 3: the choice explained
One Ring to rule them all? There may be less between Ring's high end and bargain basement bells than you think
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Best Alexa Skills: do more with your Amazon Echo with add-ons
Broaden your Echo horizons with the best Alexa skills for music, fitness, productivity and much more

Latest reviews
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Sonos Beam: the best soundbar you can get under £400
The Sonos Beam is compact, easy to set up and sounds excellent – and with Alexa and multi-room music streaming, it's a feature-packed smart speaker too
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Nest Cam IQ review: Nest cam is the best cam but boy does it cost
If you want to see your kids, pets and burglars in pristine full HD, including at night, with intelligent alerts, look no further
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Heat Genius: drag your old copper pipes into the 21st century
Once you try it, you won’t want to go back.
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Hands on with the Netatmo Welcome - the camera that recognises who you are
So, is facial recognition a huge breakthrough in smart home tech, or clever but a bit pointless?
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Nest Protect Smoke Alarm review: more clever than your average dectector
Is this the smartest smoke alarm yet?