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Bring the Grinch to your front door with new Ring Quick Replies

Ring is adding several Quick Replies to its video doorbells, all of which are inspired by The Grinch. Here's a look at all six dialogue options.
An Amazon smart display on a kitchen counter.

Alexa adds new features to help with your holiday shopping

Amazon is rolling out new features to Alexa, allowing you to scan handwritten shopping lists to the app and get instant access to the best deals.
Astro for Business in patrol mode.

Amazon Astro gets a day job with Astro for Business

Astro for Business is designed to help keep small businesses safe and shares many similarities with Amazon Astro. Here's a look at the newly released robot.
The Tapo C120 installed on a fence.

The TP-Link Tapo C120 is an affordable security camera designed for all environments

The TP-Link Tapo C120 costs $40, offers 2K video capture, and supports microSD cards. Here's a closer look at the indoor/outdoor camera.
The Arlo Total Security package on a blue background.

Arlo enhances home security offerings with new Arlo Total Security plans

The Arlo Total Security plans are all-in-one solutions for home security, offering professional monitoring and required hardware for as low as $10 per month.
A person holding the SwitchBot K10+ robot vacuum.

The SwitchBot Mini Robot Vacuum K10+ is designed for cramped rooms and tight spaces

The SwitchBot Mini Robot Vacuum K10+ might not be as large as the competition, but it's not lacking in premium features. Here's a look at the quirky robot.
The Emporia Smart Plug with a cable attached.

Emporia resolves issue with Smart Plugs that spurred recall

A voluntary recall impacts a large portion of Emporia Smart Plugs, though there are currently no known injuries or damage caused by faulty products.
The Wyze Video Doorbell v2 installed near a front door.

New Wyze Video Doorbell v2 offers microSD card slot, 2K resolution for just $40

The Wyze Video Doorbell v2 is a big improvement over its predecessor, offering a microSD slot, 2K video capture, and a budget-friendly price.
A stylized version of a smart home with various rooms containing smart home gadgets.

Matter adds support for fridges, air purifiers, robot vacuums, and more with massive 1.2 update

The Matter 1.2 update is now available, bringing the interoperability standard to nine new device types -- including robot vacuums, air purifiers, and more.
A Ring Video Doorbell next to Halloween decorations.

Ring celebrates Halloween by adding spooky Quick Replies to its video doorbells

Spooky Halloween Quick Replies are now available for Ring Video Doorbells, including a werewolf's howl and a witch brewing in a cauldron.
The Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera install near a door.

Ecobee takes on Ring, Arlo with its first smart doorbell camera

The Ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera is the company's first video doorbell, featuring a generous viewing angle and premium materials.
nanoleaf reveals matter smart lamps cono lamp

Nanoleaf reveals four new Matter devices, including two smart lamps

Nanoleaf is launching two Matter-enabled smart lamps in the coming months, as well as two other products for its Essentials lineup.
Nanoleaf's Matter-enabled holiday lights on a staircase.

Nanoleaf gets into the holiday spirit with Matter-enabled string lights

The Nanoleaf Matter Smart Holiday String Lights feature 250 LED bulbs and nine preset scenes, and are rated for outdoor use. They begin shipping in mid-October.
An illustration showing Earth-orbiting space junk.

U.S. issues its first-ever fine for space debris

The Federal Communications Commission has ordered Dish Network to pay a fine for failing to maneuver its defunct satellite to a safe orbit.
A person opening the Yale Assure Lock 2 with their Apple Watch.

New Yale Assure Lock 2 models get fingerprint scanner, support for Apple Home keys

The new Yale Assure Lock 2 models add a fingerprint scanner and support for Apple Home keys. Here's a look at the Assure Lock 2 Touch and Assure Lock 2 Plus.
The X2 Omni clenaing under a bed.

Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni boasts a new square design and improved vacuuming skills

The Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni is getting a big upgrade compared to the X1 Omni, thanks to a square design, improved charging station, and 8,000 Pa of suction.
The Eero 7 Max works with Wi-Fi 7.

No sane person should spend $600 on a consumer-level router

The Eero Max 7 appears, by all accounts, to be an outstanding home router. If only it didn't cost so much.
Blink's Outdoor 4 flood light has built-in LED illumination.

New Ring and Blink cams bring extended range, battery life, 3D motion detection

New Ring and Blink devices were announced at Amazon's Devices Event 2023, and fans of both Amazon-owned companies are in for a treat. Here's everything we know.
Amazon SVP of Devices and Services Dave Limp demonstrates the Let's Chat feature of Alexa, powered by AI.

At long last, Amazon brings AI features to Alexa

Alexa is getting even smarter, thanks to improved learning models and generative AI capabilities. It's all coming soon to an Echo device near you.
The Amazon Echo Frames on display at the 2023 Amazon fall devices event.

Amazon’s Echo family expands with an on-wall hub, smart glasses, and more

Amazon's third-gen Echo Show 8 is hitting shelves soon, and there's plenty to love about the new-and-improved smart display.
The Ring Pet Tag on a dog collar.

Ring helps you find your lost furry friend with the Ring Pet Tag

The Ring Pet Tag lets you know when a lost pet is found and informs the rescuer of any health concerns they should know about. It's also highly affordable.
The iRobot j9+ cleaning a floor and retracting its mop.

iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop is perfect for high-pile carpet

The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop uses a fully retractible mophead to prevent itself from tracking water across your carpet.
The Roborock Q8 Nax next to a wall.

Roborock is launching two affordable robot vacuums in October

The Q5 Pro and Q8 Max both start at $600 or less, offer mopping and vacuuming skills, and support up to 5,500 Pa of suction.
Nest Aware settings on an iPhone.

Google’s Nest Aware service is getting more expensive

Google's Nest Aware and Nest Aware Plus services are getting more expensive in the U.S., U.K., and Australia.
The SwitchBot S10 on a white background.

SwitchBot S10 robot vacuum connects to your plumbing for fully automated mopping

The SwitchBot Floor Cleaning Robot S10 connects to your plumbing lines to provide fully automated mopping. Here's a look at the upcoming smart home device.
The Solix C1000 (left) and F3800 Power Stations.

Anker reveals Solix C1000 and Solix F3800 portable power stations

The Anker Solix C1000 and Solix F3800 are new portable power stations that are designed for camping, emergencies, and everything in-between.
The Philips Hue Secure Camera on a table.

Philips Hue adds support for cameras and sensors

The Philips Hue Secure Camera and Hue Secure Contact Sensors will arrive later this year and will be compatible with an updated smartphone app.
The Roomba Combo i5+ next to its different bins.

iRobot expands Roomba 2-in-1 lineup with Combo j5+ and Combo i5+

The Roomba Combo j5+ and Roomba Combo i5+ are designed to both vacuum and mop depending on which bin is installed. Here's a closer look at both.
A cartoon depiction of the Google Home app and Nest Cam Indoor.

Google Home adds support for Nest Cam Indoor

The Nest Cam Indoor is now supported by Google Home. There's a bit of a catch, however, as it's only supported for folks in Public Preview.
The Blink Outdoor Camera 4 mounted on a brick wall.

Blink Outdoor Camera 4 launches with Person Detection, new design, 2-year battery life

The Blink Outdoor Camera 4 is now available, offering Person Detection, improved video quality, and a new design.
The Leviton Outdoor Smart Plug plugged into an outlet in front of red siding.

Leviton’s new outdoor smart plug is the first with Matter support

The Leviton Decora Smart Wi-Fi Outdoor Plug-In Switch is the first outdoor smart plug to support Matter. It also boasts a ton of other cool features.
The Masonite Smart Door installed on a home.

This $4,000 smart door comes packing a Ring video doorbell and Yale smart lock

The Masonite Smart Door comes with tons of useful smart features, but it's eye-watering price tag and concerns about upgrading its tech make it a hard sell.
The GE Lighting Smart Hexagon Panels installed in a game room.

GE Lighting launches Smart Hexagon Panels with support for Alexa and Google Home

The Smart Hexagon Panels are pricey, but they include heaps of cool features like support for voice commands, six customizable zones, and music syncing skills.
The US Cyber Trust Mark logo on an off-white background.

U.S. government to launch a new cybersecurity program for smart home devices in 2024

The U.S. Cyber Trust Mark program is intended to make it easier for consumers to find smart home devices that are safe and less vulnerable to attacks.