How to use Alexa: Tips, tricks and general instructions By Kate Kozuch How to use Alexa: Guides, tips, tricks and how-tos for getting the most of the Amazon Echo, Echo Dot, Echo Show, Fire TV, and other Alexa-enabled smart speakers..
Best solar lights in 2020 By Mike Prospero These are the best solar lights for keeping your yard lit and keeping your visitors safe.
Forget Amazon Echo — new Google Nest speaker just leaked at Walmart By Brittany Vincent The Pixel 5 won't be the only product Google unveils next week. It's also set to show off a smart speaker and all signs point to it being the Google Nest Audio.
Alexa Guard Plus turns your Amazon Echo into a cheap DIY home security system By Mike Prospero Alexa Guard Plus offers professional monitoring for $50 a year. Here's what you need to know about this new do-it-yourself security system for the Amazon Echo.
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K review By Marshall Honorof As 4K HDR streaming devices go, the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K does a great job balancing functionality, price and performance.
Alexa Guard Plus gives Abode security systems a huge boost By Mike Prospero Abode customers will get a boost from Alexa's new security features.
Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Review: Great Looks, Greater Sound By Mike Prospero Editor's Choice With a nicer design and vastly improved audio, the third-generation Echo Dot is Amazon's best, cheapest speaker yet.
Amazon Echo (3rd Gen) Review By Kate Kozuch Editor's Choice The all-new Amazon Echo ($99) is reminiscent of the Echo Plus, but the lower cost and excellent sound quality make it the best smart speaker available.
New Amazon Echo 2020: Price, release date, design and features By Mike Prospero The new Amazon Echo features a stunning spherical design, better sound and handy new features
Best water leak detectors in 2020 By Mike Prospero The best water leak detectors can save you hundreds or thousands of dollars in repairs, but which one is right for you?
Billions of Android phones and smart devices open to attack -- what to do now [updated] By Paul Wagenseil Billions of Android, Linux, smart-home and wearable devices are vulnerable to a Bluetooth flaw that could lead to attack from nearby devices.
Nanoleaf Shapes review By Kate Kozuch The Nanoleaf Shapes smart wall panels are the ultimate mood-booster for your home office, with customizable layouts, fun light patterns and intuitive controls.
Light bulb guide: LED vs. CFL vs. halogen By Kate Kozuch, Mike Prospero Incandescent light bulbs are being phased out. Here are the pluses and minuses of the best light bulb alternatives: LED, fluorescent and halogen.
Best smart smoke detectors in 2020 By Mike Prospero Smart smoke detectors are connected to the internet and relay alerts to your smartphone, or automatically turn on the lights. Here are the best.
Vizio M-Series Quantum (M658-G1) Review By Brian Westover Editor's Choice The Vizio M-Series Quantum 65-inch (M658-G1) remixes Vizio's affordable M-Series with an impressive display and a new, improved version of SmartCast.
The best Nest compatible products in 2020 By Mike Prospero The best Nest compatible products will help you get more out of your Nest Learning Thermostat, Nest Hello video doorbell and Nest Cam.
Best clothes dryers in 2020 By Richard Baguley The best clothes dryers (gas and electric) for every budget and family size.
This sleek new smart lock opens with just a tap By Mike Prospero The Level Touch is the pricey smart lock for those who don't want to advertise they have a smart lock
Your Roomba is about to get a whole lot smarter By Mike Prospero iRobot is adding a host of features to its robot vacuums to make cleaning easier
Wyze Cam Outdoor review By Mike Prospero The Wyze Cam Outdoor is a good outdoor home security camera that costs less than $50, but it’s worth paying up for a camera with better night vision.
iRobot Roomba 675 robot vacuum review By Meghan McDonough This budget Wi-Fi connected Roomba will get the job done, but it’s better for pet-free homes.
Facebook Portal just got a whole lot more useful with Zoom support By Mike Prospero The Facebook Portal now works with a bunch of video conferencing apps.
Wemo WiFi Smart Plug review By Kate Kozuch Editor's Choice The $25 Wemo WiFi Smart Plug is, ironically, more compact than the Wemo Mini, making it the new best smart plug you can buy now.
Google Home Hub Review: A Good Cheap Echo Show Alternative By Monica Chin While it’s not as large or loud as the Echo Show, the Google Home Hub—now called the Google Nest Hub—is an affordable and capable alternative for those looking for a smart display.
Google Nest Hub Max review By Mike Prospero A sleek design, smart motion tracking and handy privacy switch make the Google Nest Hub Max a great smart display.
Best smart air conditioners in 2020 By Mike Prospero The best smart air conditioners fit in your window and can be controlled from your smartphone or with Alexa and Google Assistant.
Amazing Best Buy sale gets you 3 Alexa devices for the price of 1 By Louis Ramirez Hurry! This Best Buy sale gets you three Amazon devices for the price of one.
Your Alexa account could have been hacked with one nasty link By Nicholas Fearn Security researchers say cyber crooks could have changed Alexa skills and accessed user data by exploiting a range of flaws.
Alexa vs. Google Assistant: Which smart assistant wins? By Dan Moren We pitted Alexa vs. Google Assistant in a multi-round face-off to see which is the best virtual assistant.
