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Four Nest Learning Thermostats in a line.

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) vs. Nest Thermostat: Which smart thermostat is better?

The Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) packs in a wealth of cool features, but how does it compare to the affordable Nest Thermostat? Here's what to know.
iRobot Roomba 692 Robot Vacuum.

Best Roomba deals: Top robot vacuums from as little as $170

Google Nest Home devices.

Best Google Nest deals: Save on Nest Thermostat, Hubs, and Doorbell

The Dyson V15 Detect cordless vacuum with its laser.

Best Dyson deals: Cordless vacuums, purifying fans, and beauty

The Echo Spot on a nightstand.

Upgrade your dorm with these smart home gadgets

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Best electric toothbrush deals: Save on Colgate, Quip and Oral-B

A washer and dryer sit next to each other in a laundry room.

Best washer and dryer deals: bundles from LG, Samsung and more

Samsung Kitchen Appliance Package in a kitchen with blue cabinets.

Best appliance package deals: LG, Samsung, KitchenAid, and more

A person opening the Yale Assure Lock 2 with their Apple Watch.

Best smart lock deals: Save on Yale, Philips, August, and more

iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ smart vacuum and mop near kids and pets

This Roomba vacuum and mop combo has a $400 price cut

An Anova sous vide cooker.

Your favorite sous vide cooker is going subscription

Someone using the Dyson V8 Origin Plus cordless vacuum.

The Dyson V8 cordless vacuum is 26% off at Amazon today

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Best office chair deals: Improve your posture from $59

With these office chair deals you can add a little comfort and a lot of savings to your daily home or office routine.
Bluetti AC300 portable power station

Best portable power station deals: Bluetti, EcoFlow, and more

With the best portable power station deals you can get some power to charge up just about anywhere, as well as some savings along the way.
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Apple’s next secret project sounds absolutely wild — and it involves robots

With the Apple Car being canned, a new report claims Apple could be pivoting to robotics in a fascinating new way.
Philips Hue and Spotify

Best Philips Hue deals: Lightstrips and dimmable bulbs

Philips Hue products make a great way to set up some smart lighting around the house, and with these Philips Hue deals they're a great way to save as well.
The GE 6.6 cu. ft. double electric oven installed in a kitchen.

Best oven deals: Samsung, LG, GE and Whirlpool on sale

If you're in the market for some kitchen upgrades, we've rounded up the best deals you can find on a new oven.
The Keurig K-Duo coffee maker sets on a kitchen counter.

Best Keurig deals: Get perfect coffee at home every time for $60

Nothing beats the convenience and economy of having a Keurig coffee maker on your countertop. Get one on the cheap with these Keurig deals.
Unloading food from the Ninja Foodi 10-in-1 Smart XL.

Best Ninja Foodi deals: Pressure cookers, grills, and air fryers

Ninja Foodi offers a lot when it comes to smart appliances for the kitchen, and with these deals it even offers some impressive savings.
The K10+ Pro cleaning the floors near a sleeping dog.

This tiny robot vacuum can do more than some full-sized competitors

The SwitchBot Mini Robot Vacuum K10+ Pro is an upgraded version of the existing K10+, offering more suction and upgraded features.
The Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen on a wall.

What’s new on the Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen)?

With a larger display and tons of new tech, the Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) is a big improvement over the existing model. But what exactly is new?
The Dyson V8 Animal

Best Labor Day cordless vacuum deals: Early deals you can shop now

Are you looking forward to this year's Labor Day cordless vacuum deals? Here's what to expect for the holiday, and we've got some early offers for you to shop.
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Beatbot’s new intelligent robotic pool skimmer: Hands-on with the iSkim Ultra

The iSkim Ultra is Beatbot's new robotic pool skimmer, using innovative tech to clean the waterline of the pool and keep the water clear and scum free.
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Best Labor Day deals and sales in 2024: What to expect

Labor Day is coming up fast and we've picked out some fantastic early Labor Day deals, as well as taken a look at what to consider before buying.
Keurig K-Mini Single Serve Coffee Maker, Black.

Get delicious single-serve coffee with this Keurig for $60 — 40% off

Brew the perfect cup of morning coffee with the Keurig K-Mini Single Serve Coffee Maker, now on sale at Amazon for just $60!
Breville-Nespresso USA Nespresso Creatista Plus Coffee Espresso Machine

Best Nespresso deals: cheap espresso machines starting at $140

We found the best Nespresso deals, including original and Vertuo coffee or espresso machines from Breville and De'Longhi.
The Sboly coffee maker and espresso machine on a kitchen counter.

Best espresso machine deals: Nespresso, De’Longhi, Breville

Add some savings to a quality cup of coffee with the best espresso machine deals you can shop right now.
The CorLiving standing desk converter extended on a desktop.

Best standing desk deals: Plenty of options under $200

Whether you prefer to work from home or at the office, a standing desk makes a great way to do so, and we've found the best standing desk deals to shop today.
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Best Nest thermostat deals: New and refurbished starting at $34

Add some smarts and convenience to your smart home with these Google Nest Thermostat deals.
The Chamberlain myQ-G0401-ES Smart Garage Control with its app.

Chamberlain MyQ: Upgrade to smart garage doors for just $28

The Chamberlain myQ-G0401-ES smart garage control will work with most garage doors since 1993, giving you the ability to open or close them with an app for $28.
Whirlpool kitchen with refrigerator and dishwasher in view

Best refrigerator deals: Get a new freezer and fridge as low as $600

We've rounded up the best refrigerator deals to help you keep your food cool on the cheap.
The content gallery on Amazon's Echo Show 8 displays a news item about Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.

Echo Spot vs. Echo Show 8: Which is best for your smart home?

The Echo Show 8 offers a larger screen and a webcam, but it's also more expensive than the affordable Echo Spot. Here's what to know before making a purchase.
A woman using the Wyze Cordless Stick Vacuum in a living room.

Best back to school cordless vacuum deals: Dyson, LG and more

Heading back to school soon and want to keep your home or dorm looking fresh? We've tracked down all the best cordless vacuum deals happening right now.
The Samsung Jet Bot AI+ Robot Vacuum cleaning the floor.

Best back to school robot vacuum deals: as cheap as $150

With everyone focused on heading back to school, there are some great robot vacuum deals happening right now. Here are the pick of the bunch.
The Keurig K-Express coffee maker brewing a cup of coffee.

The Keurig K-Express, perfect for a dorm room, has a limited-time discount

The Keurig K-Express coffee maker, which uses K-Cup pods to make beverages in seconds, is currently on sale for a cheap $70 from Amazon after a $20 discount.

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