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The best cheap Ring Video Doorbell deals for June 2023
See who's at the door from anywhere with these best cheap Ring Video Doorbell deals on wired and wireless camera doorbells
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Withings Aura vs Philips Wake Up Light: which is better?
Both these lights claim to help you sleep better and wake you more peacefully, but which works better?
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Sonos x Ikea multi-room range includes the best sounding table lamp you'll EVER hear
Sonos x Ikea Symfonisk collaboration is on sale NOW
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Amazon's Alexa Hunches can switch your heating off for you if you forget
Alexa Hunches can now make its own decisions, blurring the boundaries between human and machine
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New Philips Hue switch finally fixes the most annoying thing about smart lights
You'll never have to get up to check the light switch is on again
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These new Philips Hue outdoor lights should be on your 2021 garden plans
Paint entire outside walls with millions of colours
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Amazon Ring smart cameras hacked as user told "tonight you die"
Ring faces class action lawsuit after dozens of devices hacked
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Philips Hue plans a happy Hue year with new dimmers and outdoor lights
Deck the walls with lights of colour, tra la la la la la la la la
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Google hands audio crown to Echo Studio as it kills the Home Max
Google's hi-fi focused smart speaker is being 'retired', but existing units will keep working
Latest features
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Best smart speakers 2023: top Amazon Echo, Google Nest and Apple picks
Here are our top choices for the best Alexa speakers, Google Assistant speakers, or any other smart speaker
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Best outdoor wireless security cameras 2023: battery-powered peace of mind
The best outdoor wireless cameras will keep watch outside your house without you needing to run cable through the walls
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Best security camera 2023: stay safe with these smart wireless cameras
The best security cameras detect motion and sound, capture footage instantly to the cloud, & keep your property safe wherever you are
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Ring vs Blink: which smart security camera system is the best of 2023?
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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Arlo vs Ring: which smart security camera system is the best for you in 2023?
Two of the biggest hitters in smart home security go head to head. Which is best for you?
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Best smart locks 2023: secure your home with smart locks, deadbolts and more
We've installed and tested the best smart door locks to help you find the perfect option for your home or Airbnb property
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Best smart thermostat 2023: stay warm & save money
Here are our top picks for the best smart thermostats and smart radiator valves from Nest, Hive, Tado and more
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Best smart plugs 2023: add Alexa & Google to any socket
The best smart plugs let you plug it in and turn it on with your smartphone or voice, as well as set schedules
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Best smart sensors 2023: protect your home the smart way
Whether it's detecting motion or checking air quality, these are the best smart sensors to link your home with your phone
Latest reviews
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Blink Mini review: impressive home security coverage on a budget
The Blink Mini could be the best budget security camera out there
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Amazon Echo Dot (4th gen) and Echo Dot with Clock review: cheap Alexa is better than ever
The 4th gen Echo Dot and Echo Dot with Clock excel in most areas
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Tapo C310 Outdoor Security Wi-Fi Camera review: an affordable outdoor camera with excellent night vision
The Tapo C310 has superb long-range night vision as well as recording directly to microSD
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Tapo C100 Home Security Wi-Fi Camera review: an incredible budget buy, and friend to the privacy-conscious
The Tapo C100 Home Security Wi-Fi Camera punches way above its weight as a cheap smart cam
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Swann Wire-Free Security Camera review: get face detection without a subscription
The Swann Wire-Free Security Camera doesn’t hide its best features behind a paywall
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Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera review: a cheaper, more flexible security camera
The Arlo Essential Spotlight Camera isn’t Arlo’s best camera, but it’s good value
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Google Nest Audio review: a better-sounding Google Assistant smart speaker
The Nest Audio is Google's new mid-price smart speaker, but is it overshadowed by the new Amazon Echo?
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Apple HomePod mini review: the best small smart speaker for sound quality
The HomePod mini is adorable, sounds excellent for the size, and is solid value, but remains strongly Apple-centric
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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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