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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
By David Nield • Last updated
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Save up to $100 on Blink smart outdoor security cameras in Best Buy Black Friday deals
Great Black Friday deals on single, twin and triple security camera kits
By Carrie Marshall • Last updated
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Save 30% on Ring Video Doorbells AND get an Echo Show for just $10 in Amazon's Black Friday deals
Get a camera doorbell from just $69.99 or add an Echo Show 5 to some models for just $10! For real! $10!
By Troy Fleming • Last updated
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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
By Carrie Marshall • Last updated
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Philips Hue is about to lose its Nest integration: here's what you need to know
It should be temporary and it shouldn’t put you off Hue smart bulbs as a Nest user
By Carrie Marshall • Last updated
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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
By Shabana Arif • Last updated
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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
By Matthew Bolton • Last updated
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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?
By Michelle Rae Uy • Last updated
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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!
By Matthew Bolton • Last updated
Latest features
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Nest Thermostat E vs Nest 3rd Gen: Which Nest is best?
Control your heating the smart way with Google’s range of clever thermostats – but is the Nest Thermostat E or Nest Thermostat 3rd Gen the better choice for you?
By Ian Evenden • Last updated
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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
By Carrie Marshall • Last updated
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Arlo vs Ring: which smart security camera system is the best for you in 2021?
Two of the biggest hitters in smart home security go head to head. Which is best for you?
By Carrie Marshall • Last updated
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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?
By Alex Cox • Last updated
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Ring vs Blink: which smart security camera system is the best of 2021?
These are two of the biggest names in smart security, but which offers the best options to give your home peace of mind?
By Alex Cox • Last updated
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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?
By Alex Cox • Last updated
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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
By Alex Cox • Last updated
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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?
By Alex Cox • Last updated
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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?
By David Nield • Last updated
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
By Alex Cox • Last updated
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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 • Last updated
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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 • Last updated
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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 • Last updated
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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 • Last updated
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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 • Last updated
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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 • Last updated
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Nest Learning Thermostat review
Google's clever thermostat keeps getting smarter
By T3 Online • Last updated
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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 • Last updated
