Latest articles by Christian de Looper
I tested a smart smoke detector system that has custom sensors for each room of your house
Gentex's new Place line of smoke alarms is incredibly advanced, but they're held back by the omission of one major feature: smart home integration.
Dolby Vision IQ vs Dolby Vision: What's the difference?
The updated Dolby Vision HDR format may have a higher IQ, but what does that mean for you?
What is IMAX Enhanced for TVs and do you need it?
What is IMAX Enhanced, and should you look for it when buying your next TV?
What is Game Mode on TVs and should you use it?
Your TV's Game Mode is designed to help improve its performance when playing on your PS5, Xbox, or other console. Here's how it works, and when you should use it.
Wyze Cam Pan v4 review: The best budget 4K security camera
The Wyze Cam Pan v4 offers 4K recording and smart features in a well-priced camera. Does it cut any corners to hit the low price point?
Desloc D110 Plus review
The Desloc D110 Plus has a tiny screen, a fingerprint sensor, and Wi-Fi connectivity, all at a relatively low price.
Samsung RGB MicroLED TVs are coming — but should OLED makers be worried?
If Samsung does finally show off a Micro-LED TV that’s available in a reasonable size, it could pave the way for the end of OLED. But how quickly could that really happen?
TP-Link Tapo C660 Kit review: Crisp video and everlasting power
The TP-Link Tapo C660 Kit is a great combo of a high-quality camera with a solar panel for continuous power – but it faces very tough competition.
Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro Review: This security camera doubles as a smart home hub - and does both well
The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro can be slightly confusing – but it’s also perhaps the most versatile smart security camera out there, thanks to the fact that it doubles as a smart hub.
Apple ASAF audio format explained — meet the new Dolby Atmos rival
Apple quietly revealed how it plans to improve audio immersion — and it all hinges on a new format called ASAF.
Yale Smart Lock with Matter review: Minimalistic and sleek, but maybe a little too basic
The Yale Smart Lock with Matter will look great on any door, plus it works with any smart home with Matter over Thread support.
Eve Dimmer Switch Review: A Thread smart switch
This smart switch has lot of requirements – but worth jumping through hoops for.
Antennas Direct Goliath TV antenna review: An absolutely massive, but very powerful outdoor antenna
The C220 offers a clear 2K image and a useful app without any monthly fees.
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential review
The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential gets all the basics right and costs almost half the price of Ecobee's highest-end model.
Eufy FamiLock S3 Max review: A smart lock and video doorbell in one
The Eufy FamiLock S3 Max combines a lock, doorbell, and security camera in one, plus it has a display on the inside and palm scanner. Does it do too much?
U-tec Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Matter review: Is Matter enough?
The U-tec Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Matter supports a wide range of smart homes and has a fast fingerprint sensor – but so do others.
Here's why more sports games aren't broadcast in 4K — but streaming might have the answer
Want to watch sports in the highest resolution? Here's how you can get as close to 4K as possible.
5 ways to get surround sound in a small room
How do you dial in you listening or cinema experience with speaker placement in a small room? Here's what you need to do.
Reolink Altas PT Ultra review: Long battery life and crisp 360-degree footage
Reolink’s latest records crisp footage, looks great at night, has a long battery life, and supports continuous recording.
3 reasons to still buy a streaming device in 2025 — yes, even with smart TVs
When should you buy an external streaming box instead of just relying on your TV’s own software?
iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max review
The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max offers high-end features and is good at vacuuming, but its unique mopping mechanism isn’t as powerful as other robot mops.
Could QDEL replace OLED? Yes, and it might happen sooner than expected
As quickly as they've come, QD-OLED and OLED TVs might soon be replaced with newer, higher-brightness display technologies.
EufyCam 2C Pro review
Security camera options that work with HomeKit Secure Video are somewhat limited. Is the EufyCam 2C Pro just one of the only choices, or is it actually a good camera?
