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fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Smart Home Gadgets to Amp Up Your Curb Appeal

Smart home products like birdhouses and outdoor lights enhance both functionality and aesthetics in residential spaces.
fromZDNET
5 days ago
Public health

How my smart home became my best defense against brutal spring allergies - and pollen

Gadgets
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Smart Home Gadgets to Amp Up Your Curb Appeal

Smart home products like birdhouses and outdoor lights enhance both functionality and aesthetics in residential spaces.
fromZDNET
5 days ago
Public health

How my smart home became my best defense against brutal spring allergies - and pollen

#home-improvement
Remodel
fromBuzzFeed
4 hours ago

Homeowners Are Revealing The One Budget-Friendly Upgrade That Continues To Make The Biggest Difference

Cost-effective home improvement projects can significantly enhance comfort and aesthetics for homeowners.
Remodel
fromBuzzFeed
4 hours ago

Homeowners Are Revealing The One Budget-Friendly Upgrade That Continues To Make The Biggest Difference

Cost-effective home improvement projects can significantly enhance comfort and aesthetics for homeowners.
Wellness
fromBuzzFeed
1 day ago

"It's Paid For Itself Over And Over": 23 Things People Bought That Help Them Save Money

Investing in practical items can lead to significant savings and improved quality of life.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Our new favorite budget phones

The best budget phones currently are the iPhone 17E and Google's Pixel 10A, with the Nothing Phone 4A Pro as a strong alternative.
Renovation
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

Why Mike Holmes Highly Recommends This Fancy Kitchen Feature - Tasting Table

Touchless faucets enhance kitchen accessibility and hygiene, making them a valuable upgrade for any renovation project.
Business intelligence
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Enhancing Industrial Efficiency with High-Speed Robot Palletizers

High-speed robot palletizers enhance efficiency in manufacturing by automating the stacking of products, significantly improving throughput and reducing manual labor.
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Chef Robotics escaped the robot cooking graveyard and says it's thriving -- here's why | TechCrunch

Chef Robotics has passed an important milestone: 100 million servings, defined as a portion of food that our robots deposit into a meal tray.
Startup companies
Apple
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

The best budget smartphone you can buy

Great smartphones under $600 offer essential features without the high price tag.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

What happens when each listing comes with an AI home assistant?

A shift in residential real estate involves AI-enabled assistants in homes, redefining full-service and alleviating seller stress during showings.
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
1 day ago

Chef Robotics: Transforming Food Production with AI

Chef Robotics has recently reached a remarkable milestone by completing 100 million servings in production, underscoring the company's commitment to innovation and the importance of automation in food manufacturing.
Agriculture
Photography
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Do You Actually Need a Smart Bird Feeder With a Movable Camera?

The Aura bird feeder camera features a unique design with versatile mounting options and offers 4-MP photos and 2.5K Ultra HD video.
#smartthings
Wearables
fromTNW | Launch
2 days ago

Samsung SmartThings update adds elderly care monitoring with ambient sensing and AI

Samsung's SmartThings now includes family care features for monitoring elderly relatives using connected devices and wearables.
Wearables
fromTNW | Launch
2 days ago

Samsung SmartThings update adds elderly care monitoring with ambient sensing and AI

Samsung's SmartThings now includes family care features for monitoring elderly relatives using connected devices and wearables.
Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
4 days ago

Buying a Smart Smoke Detector Turns Out to Be a Little Dumb

Smart smoke detectors often lack ionization sensors, which are crucial for detecting fast-burning fires, making them less effective than traditional models.
Television
fromwww.engadget.com
4 days ago

Amazon's budget-friendly answer to the Frame TV will start shipping on April 22

Amazon's Ember Artline TVs are available for pre-order, shipping on April 22, featuring 2,000 art pieces and customizable frame options.
E-Commerce
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Best Buy's Ultimate Upgrade Sale features deals on dozens of our favorite gadgets

Best Buy's Ultimate Upgrade Sale offers significant discounts on various tech products until April 19th.
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
4 days ago

Don't Manage Every Task Manually - Here's How You Can Use AI to Outdo Your Competitors in Half the Time

Integrating AI sustainably and ethically is essential for founders as their startups grow to manage tasks effectively.
#gadgets
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Cheap stuff that doesn't suck, take 3

Inexpensive gadgets under $50 can enhance daily life without breaking the bank.
fromBustle
2 months ago
Gadgets

60 Things Under $20 That Are So Clever, They're Life-Changing

Affordable small gadgets can solve everyday annoyances and deliver high value; a reliable luggage scale prevents overweight baggage and simplifies travel.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

Cheap stuff that doesn't suck, take 3

Inexpensive gadgets under $50 can enhance daily life without breaking the bank.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

This $7 Dollar Tree Storage Hack Is the Smartest Kitchen Cabinet Organizing Trick I've Ever Tried

A Dollar Tree hack using napkin holders can effectively organize kitchen cabinets for under $10.
fromApartment Therapy
19 hours ago

This "Inconvenient" Rule Actually Helps Me Keep Up with Laundry

The Inconvenient Rule involves purposely making the laundry inconvenient so that you don't put it off and let the piles grow. Since starting this method, I have felt more on top of washing, folding, and putting away clothes.
Everyday cooking
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
1 day ago

7 AI Tools That Run Your Entire One-Person Business While You Sleep (No Staff, No Code)

AI tools are evolving from automation to autonomy, enabling organizations to make decisions without human intervention.
Digital life
fromEarth911
1 week ago

Guest Idea: Why Sustainable Home Tech Choices Also Need Cybersecurity Awareness

Sustainable technology adoption is rising, but security risks of connected devices are often overlooked, impacting both environmental and digital safety.
Television
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Amazon's new Fire TV Stick HD is slimmer than ever and has no power adapter

Amazon launches the Fire TV Stick HD with significant upgrades, including a compact design, faster performance, and enhanced connectivity features.
E-Commerce
fromApartment Therapy
5 days ago

This Slim Storage Cart Slides Into Narrow Kitchen Gaps - and It's So Useful

The CABTE Slim Storage Cart effectively utilizes narrow spaces for storage, solving organization issues in small apartments.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
5 hours ago

The Case for Finally Replacing Your Dusty Old Fan

Modern fans offer advanced features like tracking, mood lighting, and misting, making them more versatile than traditional models.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
18 hours ago

These Overlooked Kitchen Items Can Replace Small Trash Bags, And You Already Have Them - Tasting Table

Repurpose existing plastic bags from groceries and takeout as free alternatives to specialized trash bags.
Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
1 day ago

They Built the 'Cursor for Hardware.' Now, Anthropic Wants In

Creativity in hardware development is being unlocked by new tools and APIs, enabling more makers and developers to innovate.
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

This Storage Hack Turns a Clothing Rack into a TV Stand

The hack allows you to mount your TV without damaging the walls, taking up too much precious floor space, or even committing too hard to one TV setup over another.
Remodel
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

The Biggest Mistake You're Probably Making With Your Dishwasher's Lower Rack - Tasting Table

One of the biggest mistakes you're making when loading your dishwasher is blocking the upper or lower spray arms from functioning. Tall items can also fall over during the cleaning cycle, preventing water from the lower spray arms or detergent from the door from reaching all of the dishes.
Everyday cooking
Gadgets
fromLifehacker
1 day ago

This Compact HP Mini Desktop Is on Sale for Just $320 Right Now

The 2020 HP EliteDesk 800 G6 is a compact, budget-friendly business machine suitable for basic tasks.
Remodel
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

What's The Purpose Of Having A Second Sink In Your Kitchen? - Tasting Table

A second kitchen sink enhances functionality and organization, allowing multiple users and separating prep from cleanup.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
3 days ago

I Let Dyson's and Shark's New AI-Powered Robot Vac-Mops Loose in My Home. One Was the Clear Winner

Shark's AI provides clear communication and effective cleaning, while Dyson's AI operates more discreetly without user notifications.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Dry Your Dishes In A Flash With This Aldi Gem Under $7 - Tasting Table

Stone drying mats from Aldi offer a fast, efficient, and cost-effective solution for drying dishes, inhibiting bacterial growth.
Remodel
fromEarth911
4 days ago

Buyer's Guide: Most Efficient Counter-Depth Refrigerators

Energy efficiency is important, but dimensions and configuration are crucial when choosing a counter-depth refrigerator.
#amazon
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
E-Commerce

We're tracking the best last-minute tech deals under $50 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers significant discounts on tech products, including gadgets under $50, available to all shoppers.
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago
E-Commerce

We picked the 24 best Big Spring Sale deals that are under $50

Amazon is hosting a spring sales event with discounts on gadgets priced at $50 or less.
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

We're tracking the best last-minute tech deals under $50 during Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers significant discounts on tech products, including gadgets under $50, available to all shoppers.
E-Commerce
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

We picked the 24 best Big Spring Sale deals that are under $50

Amazon is hosting a spring sales event with discounts on gadgets priced at $50 or less.
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

Best Amazon Spring Sale robot vacuum deals 2026 - last call for savings

The sale officially ends tonight, but there are still several robot vacuums on sale, including top-end models from brands like Ecovacs, Dreame, Roborock, and more.
E-Commerce
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Amazon's new Fire TV Stick HD is its 'slimmest ever'

The new Fire TV Stick HD features a design that is 30 percent thinner than the previous generation, making it easier to travel with.
Gadgets
#smart-home-technology
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Ikea tried to build a smart home for everyone - here's why it's not working yet

Ikea's affordable Matter-over-Thread smart home products face significant connectivity and onboarding issues across multiple platforms despite promising accessibility and reliability.
Apple
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Ikea tried to build a smart home for everyone - here's why it's not working yet

Ikea's affordable Matter-over-Thread smart home products face significant connectivity and onboarding issues across multiple platforms despite promising accessibility and reliability.
Gadgets
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Fix Your Own Fence or Car This Summer With the 3 Best Power Tools

Choosing between corded and cordless circular saws involves trade-offs in power, portability, and motor type.
fromBon Appetit
5 days ago

Dyson's Sleek 'Pencil' Vacuum Got Me to Clean My Kitchen More Often

The PencilVac sufficed as a surface sweeper on rugs, but I found that even with the more powerful turbo mode activated, it left debris in the recesses of my textured doormats.
Gadgets
Remodel
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

I didn't have to drill these renter-friendly smart lights into my wall - and I love them for it

Poplight wall lights offer stylish, renter-friendly lighting solutions without damaging walls, featuring a variety of colors and easy assembly.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

SwitchBot's button-pressing robot is now available with a rechargeable battery

SwitchBot introduces a rechargeable version of its button-pressing robot, maintaining functionality but offering a more sustainable battery option.
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
4 weeks ago

6 useful Bluetooth gadgets that feel like life hacks (and won't break the bank)

Spring savings events offer opportunities to purchase Bluetooth gadgets that enhance daily routines at affordable prices.
Gadgets
fromSlashGear
3 weeks ago

10 Smart Gadgets To Help Upgrade Your Home Office - SlashGear

Investing in smart gadgets for a home office can enhance productivity and organization for remote workers.
Information security
fromZDNET
2 months ago

3 security gadgets I never leave home without (and don't break the bank)

Carry an inexpensive kit of physical security tools, like a USB data blocker, to protect devices from malicious chargers, cables, and data theft while traveling.
fromEngadget
2 years ago

The best kitchen gadgets for 2026

Whether you love cooking already or you want to try to cook more at home to spend less money on takeout, there are tons of gadgets that can make your time in the kitchen even more enjoyable. As food lovers and tech reviewers, the Engadget team has tried out pizza ovens, sous vide machines, air fryers, ice cream makers and more.
Cooking
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Kasa's Matter-compatible smart plugs are on sale for $11 a pop

The plugs let you add smart controls to devices like lamps, fans, chargers, coffee makers, and heaters. All you need is plug one into an outlet and connect it to your Wi-Fi network, and you can automate whatever's attached using the Kasa app on your phone.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromElite Traveler
1 month ago

Meet the $20,000 Robot Housekeeper Set to Transform How You Live

Humanoid domestic robots like NEO are entering homes to perform household tasks, requiring owners to participate in ongoing training processes that refine AI behavior in real-world environments.
Gadgets
fromInverse
1 month ago

60 Strange-As-Hell Things That Make Your Life Way Easier

Unconventional gadgets designed for everyday tasks significantly improve efficiency and comfort in household activities, gardening, cooking, and personal care.
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Guest Idea: Map Appliance Power to Identify and Tame Your Home's Top Electricity Consumers

Appliance power mapping means measuring each appliance's actual electricity consumption rather than relying on manufacturer estimates. Using tools like plug-in electricity monitors (such as a Kill-A-Watt meter) or whole-house energy monitors (like Sense or Emporia Vue), you collect real data on how much electricity each device draws-while running, in standby, and when nominally "off."
Remodel
fromInverse
2 months ago

60 Cheap but Life-Changing Things You'll Wish You Knew About Sooner

Whether you're whipping up a labor-intensive meal or are working from home at a stand-up desk, these cushioned floor mats are about to make your legs and back so much happier. They're made with memory foam and supportive padding to help ease pressure on your joints as you stand. They're also waterproof to stand up to spills and splashes, and come in a variety of colors and sizes to suit your space.
E-Commerce
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 month ago

How to set up a smart switch to power your home (and what to avoid when you do)

SwitchBot is a battery-operated robotic finger that automates switch pressing, eliminating the need to manually flip switches through smartphone app control via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

This Tiny $9 Kitchen Gem Made a HUGE Difference in My Life

A toe-pull attachment enables hands-free opening of pull-out trash cabinets, reducing cross-contamination and simplifying trash handling for busy households.
Gadgets
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

65 Genius Things That Have Super High Reviews & Are Incredibly Cheap

Highly rated, budget-friendly household gadgets provide clever, practical solutions for safety, convenience, and everyday tasks, with many starting around $7.
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Smart Homes Are Terrible

All of the appliances and systems are brand-new: the HVAC, the lighting, the entertainment. Touch screens of various shapes and sizes control this, that, and the other. Rows of programmable buttons sit where traditional light switches would normally be. The kitchen even has outlets designed to rise up from the countertop when you need them, and slide away when you don't.
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Gadgets
fromBustle
2 months ago

The 60 Most Life-Changing Things You Can Get For Your Home Under $25

Affordable household products under $25 that simplify routines and improve home comfort, including grocery bag holders, rug grippers, and motion-sensing keyhole lights.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Ikea's cheap new smart home gear is struggling to get connected

Ikea's new Matter-over-Thread smart-home devices are experiencing widespread onboarding and connectivity failures across platforms, leaving many devices unpairable or unreliable.
fromBustle
2 months ago

Hands Down, The 60 Coolest & Most Useful New Things On Amazon Under $25

The best products are the ones that solve everyday problems, like being able to see into your blind spot when driving, or decluttering that mess of cables on your desk. So if you're looking for cool stuff that's actually useful? You've come to the right place, as all the life-improving things you'll find below are not only practical, but each one will set you back less than the cost of dinner out.
Gadgets
fromInverse
2 months ago

55 Insanely Clever Things for Your Home That Seem So Bizarre

Some home products might look a little quirky at first, but when you see them in action, it's clear they solve those everyday annoyances that constantly drive you nuts - you know, cluttered cabinets, dark hallways in the middle of the night, remote controls that always go missing. That's why we carefully curated the list below. From small upgrades to inventions that feel straight-up genius, these picks will make a huge difference.
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Gadgets
fromInverse
1 month ago

50 Weird but Genius Home Upgrades That Make Your Home Way Safer

Small, unexpected, and affordable home gadgets can prevent hazards, stop break‑ins, reduce slips, and fix problems early, delivering significant peace of mind.
Gadgets
fromwww.engadget.com
2 years ago

The 11 best gifts under $25 for 2026

Affordable tech under $25 offers practical, high-quality gift options such as magnetic car mounts and creative puzzles that improve daily life without high costs.
Gadgets
fromInverse
2 months ago

60 Cheap Home Upgrades That Are So Cool, They Deserve 6 Stars

Small, inexpensive home upgrades can dramatically improve appearance and function, delivering affordable, practical, and stylish results that elevate everyday moments.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

6 tech-infused items under $30 to keep you warm this winter

February is here. The "New Year, New Me" energy has officially worn off, replaced by a much more realistic "New Year, Same Me, But Freezing" thanks to a very disrespectful wind chill a heating bill that's starting to look like a phone number.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

The 65 Weirdest, Most Useful Things You Never Knew Existed

Small, unconventional products can solve narrow everyday problems, reduce clutter, and improve convenience with simple, discreet designs.
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