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Latest news
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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
By Shabana Arif •
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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
By Matthew Bolton •
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New Amazon Echo and Echo Dot have wild spherical design, and kill the Echo Plus
The new Echo 2020 also tunes its sound to the room, just like Echo Studio
By Matthew Bolton •
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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
By Matthew Bolton •
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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
By Matthew Bolton •
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The best Google Home and Google Nest deals for Amazon Prime Day and October 2020
Google Home can be yours right now for a fantastic price, from the smaller Google Nest Mini to the big Google Home Max, and Google Nest Hub smart screens
By Robert Jones •
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Ring Video Doorbell deal: save £50 on the Ring 3 Plus – the best camera doorbell on the market
This Ring Video Doorbell deal means you'll never miss a package again
By Matthew Bolton •
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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
By Matthew Bolton •
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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
By Matthew Bolton •
Latest features
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Best smart speakers 2020: the best Amazon Echo, Google Home and other picks for you
Whether you're after the best Alexa speakers, the best Google Assistant speakers, or any other smart speaker, here are our top picks
By David Nield •
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Best smart plugs 2020: add app and Alexa control to any socket
The best smart plugs mean if you can plug it in, you can turn it on with your smartphone or voice – top picks from TP-Link, Philips Hue, D-Link and more
By Robert Jones •
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Best smart thermostat 2020: stay warm and save money
The best smart thermostats and smart radiator valves from Nest, Hive, Tado and more
By David Nield •
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Best security camera 2020: monitor your home and stay safe with smart wireless cameras
The best smart security cameras detect motion and sound, capture footage instantly to the cloud for viewing remotely, and help keep your property safe wherever you are
By David Nield •
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Best smart sensors 2020: 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
By Robert Jones •
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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
By David Nield •
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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?
By David Nield •
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Nest Learning Thermostat vs Nest Thermostat E: which one is right for you?
Nest's smart thermostats – all the features and specs compared
By David Nield •
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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?
By Carrie Marshall •
Latest reviews
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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?
By Matthew Bolton •
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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
By Alex Cox •
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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
By Alex Cox •
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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
By Matthew Bolton •
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Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus review: the most flexible camera doorbell
The Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus adds better motion detection, new privacy options, and a clever new Pre-Roll pre-recording feature
By Matthew Bolton •
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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?
By Matthew Bolton •
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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
By Duncan Bell •
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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
By Dan Grabham •
