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I Tried 2 Smart Air Conditioners, and the Cheaper Option Is Better
By Mike Prospero published
Whether you want to make your old air conditioner smart or you're ready to invest in a new unit, here's how to keep cool with little fuss.
Nest 3 vs. Ecobee4: Which Smart Thermostat Wins?
By Monica Chin published
Two devices dominate the smart thermostat market. But the Ecobee is the better buy.
Google Home Max vs. Sonos One: Why Sonos Wins
By Mike Prospero published
We compare the Home Max and Sonos based on design, audio quality, their virtual assistants and more.
Google Home Mini vs. Echo Dot: Which Cheap Smart Speaker Wins?
By Mike Prospero published
The Google Home Mini has some advantages over the Echo Dot, especially in sound quality, but Amazon's little smart speaker is simply more versatile.
Face-Off: Google Home Max vs. Apple HomePod vs. Sonos One
By Mike Prospero published
From design and smart home capabilities to sound quality and value, here's how these premium smart speakers compare.
Face-Off! Amazon Echo vs Google Home
By Dan Moren published
Which smart speaker is best? We tested the Amazon Echo and Google Home based on their voice assistants, smart home capabilities and more to declare a winner.
Apple HomePod vs Amazon Echo and Google Home: How Each Stacks Up
By Mike Prospero published
The new HomePod looks pretty advanced, but does it it have right combination of features to take on Amazon, Google and newer upstarts?
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