Health and Home - Guides & Reviews
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Review: Sony's New CRE-C20 Are the Best OTC Hearing Aids I've Tested
Of all the models I've tested, the all-day battery life, near-invisible design, and loud, natural sound make the C20 the best OTC hearing aids out there.
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How to Pick the Best Surge Protector
I spoke to experts and did extensive research to uncover what matters most when choosing a surge protector, and which products are worth the money.
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Nutribullet Flip: The Portable Blender That Keeps Your Smoothie Cold
The Flip features an insulated cup to keep contents cold and a blending base doubling as a sipping lid, offering blend-and-drink flexibility on the go.
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SwitchBot Lock Pro Review: The Smart Lock Solution for Renters
The SwitchBot Lock Pro balances innovation, practicality, and affordability, and I strongly recommend it to renters looking for a smart lock solution.
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Coway Airmega Icon: An Attractive Easy-to-use Air Purifier
After testing the Airmega Icon for several months, I found it quickly and quietly cleans the air and is simple to use, making it easy to recommend.
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Oclean X Pro Digital Review: Smart Features Meet Mixed Results
After two months of testing, I've discovered a mix of impressive features and notable drawbacks that make the Oclean X Pro Digital challenging to fully endorse.
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The Midea U-Shaped Window AC Quietly Delivers Superior Cooling
Thanks to its innovative U-shaped design, the Midea U is one of the quietest AC units on the market, plus it delivers superior performance and convenience.
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FlexiSpot C7 Review: The Ergonomic Chair That Won't Break the Bank
After extensive testing, we recommend the FlexiSpot C7 to anyone seeking a comfortable, supportive, and adjustable office chair at a reasonable price.
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Are Personal Air Purifiers Worth It? The EPA Weighs In
Improve your car's air quality and reduce allergies, odors, and potential viral spread with a personal air purifier. Learn how they work and get our top picks.
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Concerts Too Loud? These Earplugs Can Save Your Hearing
Don't let loud noises damage your hearing. Get the lowdown on earplugs for concerts, study, and more. Find comfortable, effective protection with our top picks.
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Laifen Wave Review: A Serious Challenger to Oral-B and Sonicare
If you're in the market for a premium electric toothbrush, the Laifen Wave delivers performance that justifies every penny of its price tag – and then some.
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Microwave Ovens with Inverter Technology Really Cook
Wouldn’t it be great if rather than just taking up a chunk of space in your kitchen, you could actually rely on your microwave for cooking meals? With inverter technology, you can.
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Orka Two OTC Hearing Aids Reviewed: Excellent Sound, Poor Battery Life
We love the Orka Two for their natural, clear, and loud sound, but Orka Labs gets three major things wrong, including battery life that won't last the day.
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Olive Union Max Review: A Mixed Bag in OTC Hearing Aids
Chunky styling and sub-par audio amplification make it hard to recommend the Olive Max. Only the low price and therapy sounds make them a potential purchase.
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Reviewed: The Massive Typhur Dome Air Fryer is Perfect for Families
As an active home cook, this is the perfect solution for when I don’t want to heat my full-sized oven, yet it cooks far faster and browns beautifully.
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Soundwave Sontro OTC Hearing Aids: Average Performance, Decent Price
The Sontro OTC hearing aids do a good job of un-muddying sounds, especially voices; however, they can't quite compete with the alternatives.
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Reviewed: Elehear Alpha Pro – Affordable Multi-Function Hearing Aids
Unlock clearer sound without breaking the bank: The Alpha Pros deliver robust amplification plus Bluetooth music and hands-free calling at a low price.
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Tested: Can Regular Bluetooth Earbuds Be Used as Hearing Aids?
There are four Bluetooth earbuds that amplify ambient sound like a hearing aid, but can any replace OTC hearing aids? We tested them to find out.
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Audien Atom Pro Review: A Cheap, Compromised Solution for Hearing Loss
While you’ll need to make some compromises, the Atom Pro solve hearing loss issues for the slightly hearing impaired for a ridiculously low price.
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Linner Nova OTC Hearing Aids Make Sound Louder but Not Better
The Nova provide plenty of amplification, but if your hearing issues include clarity or frequency loss, the Nova will simply magnify those problems.
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Ecovacs Winbot W1 Pro: An Excellent Cleaner Held Back by Its Cord
The Winbot W1 Pro delivers streak-free window cleaning and is an excellent investment for anyone with large windows, but we wish it were cordless.
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The Best OTC Hearing Aids to Match Your Hearing Needs and Lifestyle
We've tested all the FDA-cleared OTC hearing aids as they've rolled out and these stood out for their audio quality and discreet, comfortable design.
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The Typhur InstaProbe Is Our New Favorite Instant-Read Thermometer
In multiple tests, the Typhur InstaProbe demonstrated top-notch accuracy and fast response times, and its bright OLED display is the best on the market.
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Eargo 7: the Best (and Priciest) All-Day Invisible OTC Hearing Aids
The Eargo 7 are the most natural-sounding, all-day-wear comfortable, and invisible OTC hearing aids currently available, but you'll pay a steep price.
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iRobot Roomba Combo j7+: a Worry-Free Mop Vac for Low-Traffic Floors
The Roomba Combo j7+'s mop head lifts away so you can vacuum and wet mop in one pass without cross-contamination worries, but it won't scrub your floors clean.
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Review of the Nespresso Lattissima Pro
The Lattissima Pro by DeLonghi makes excellent espressos, lattes and cappuccinos, and is the best Nespresso machine available.
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HP Hearing Pro OTC Hearing Aids: The Best for Music Lovers
The HP Hearing Pro are the best OTC Hearing aids for music lovers, but there are better options for sound amplification.
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The Sony CRE-E10 Are the Best OTC Hearing Aids for Music Streaming
The CRE-E10 offer the best auditory experience – music and general listening – of all OTC hearing aids with music streaming currently on the market.
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Lexie B2 OTC Hearing Aids Offer Great Sound Marred by Squealing
Lexie's B2s are a perfect example of the unfortunate aesthetic and feature compromises one sometimes needs to make when choosing an OTC hearing aid.
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Review: The Panasonic Arc6 Shaver is a Lawnmower for Your Face
I tested the Arc6 for over two months, and if you’re looking for the absolute best electric shaver, and price is no object, the Arc6 is the one to get.
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Four Smart End-of-Year Purchases to Spend Down Your FSA Account
The IRS requires you to spend money in your FSA by the end of the year. Here are four products that are smart purchases to spend down your account.
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8 Tech Gift Ideas Under $50
You don't have to spend a lot on high-quality tech gifts. Through our research and testing, we found eight products we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend.
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Review: Sony CRE-10 OTC Hearing Aids Deliver Great Sound with One Flaw
The Sony CRE-C10's discriminating and natural sound amplification and in-ear comfort are so good they'll make you overlook the annoying battery issue.
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Jabra Enhance Plus OTC Hearing Aids: Less Than Expected and Hoped For
The Enhance Plus did an admirable job of boosting ambient sounds but were disappointing when it came to other features, including music audio quality.
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Anker 757 PowerHouse: A Portable Generator with Extra-Long Lifespan
The 757 PowerHouse uses batteries that deliver six times the charging cycles of other generators, making it easy to recommend for emergency use.
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SwitchBot Lock: A Smart Lock for Renters with a Big Flaw
The SwitchBot Lock is a clever, user-friendly smart lock that installs on top of your existing lock, but our testing uncovered a serious design flaw.
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Review: DeLonghi La Specialista Arte Delivers for At-home Baristas
For baristas at heart, the Arte provides a great experience. However, this may not be the machine for you if you're looking for one-button simplicity.
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Anker 524 is a Convenient Little Power Strip for Travel or Dorms
The Anker 524 offers a cleverly designed form factor, a full feature set, and will run you less than $30. I even bought one for my college-bound son.
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Review: Roborock's Set-and-Forget S7 MaxV Ultra Robotic Floor Cleaner
Our testing found that it delivered excellent cleaning, intuitive operation and fully autonomous switching between mopping floors and vacuuming carpet.
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Review of Kohler’s Affordable & Stylish Puretide Bidet
If you want to make the move to a bidet and have a limited budget, the Kohler Puretide should be on your shortlist for its performance and attractive design.
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Can Bite Away Stop Insect Bite Itch?
We tested Bite Away on a trip to the mosquito haven of the Maine coast and found it quickly and effectively reduced the itching from my family's bites.
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8 Gadgets that Help You Save Energy
We've gathered eight devices that will help you keep your consumption of energy down and ensure you keep spending under control.
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The Brondell Swash 1400 is a Luxury Bidet with One Big Flaw
The Swash 1400 has an impressive array of features for the price. However, we can't recommend the seat because it delivers an initial cold-water spray.
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Testing Shows the Panasonic Nanoe Dries Hair Fast & Reduces Frizz
The Panasonic Nanoe EH-NA67-W’s unique oscillating quick-dry nozzle and Nanoe hydrating technology pay off in quick, smooth blowouts.
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Review of the Anker Eufy HomeVac S11 Infinity Stick Vac
Considering its short maximum run time and below-average suction power, the Eufy HomeVac S11 Infinity is at best considered an occasional use stick vac.
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Review of the Tineco Pure One S12 Stick Vac
Tineco's Pure One S12 stick vac is loaded with features that make it a pleasure to use, but it's hard to recommend over our top pick for a few reasons.
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Review of the Roborock H7 Stick Vac
On sale for $359, the Roborock is a high-value stick vac with its above-average suction and run time, magnetic attachments, and ability to use dust bags.
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Review of the Miele Triflex HX1 Pro Stick Vac
I’m sold on the Triflex HX1 Pro's stand-up convenience, three-way modularity, powerful suction, and other unique attributes, but it is not perfect.
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Review of the LG CordZero A9 Ultimate Stick Vac
The CordZero A9 Ultimate has above-average suction and a clever telescoping design. However, problems arising from its small dustbin make it hard to recommend.
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Review of the Dyson V15 Detect Stick Vac
After testing the Dyson V15 Detect for several months, I found that Dyson still retains the title of stick vac to beat, with just a couple of caveats.
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8 Stocking Stuffers Under $50
Our research uncovered plenty of high-quality, affordable products we wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. Here are our favorite products under $50.
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Review of the Eargo 5
After testing the Eargo 5 for six weeks, we consider it to be the best over-the-counter hearing aid available without a prescription. Find out why.
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Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2 vs Pro - Is It Worth the Upgrade
With a wider field of view, enhanced night vision, and two new motion tracking technologies, the Ring Pro 2 is worth the upgrade over the Ring Pro.
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Review of the Rad Power Bikes RadMission 1 E-bike
The RadMission 1 offers a winning combination of performance, features and comfort that will appeal to anyone looking for an affordable, reliable e-bike.
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Review of the Lockly Vision Smart Lock
Lockly is the first to combine two popular smart security devices, a doorbell camera and a smart lock, in one device – but the combo doesn't impress us.
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Review of the Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus
The non-wired Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus delivers high-quality Full HD video and excellent security features. Here's why we're impressed.
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Review of the Nuheara IQbuds2 Max
Nuheara's IQbuds2 Max true wireless buds with active noise cancellation are arguably the best-sounding true wireless buds for both music and conversation.
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7 Kitchen Gadgets Everyone Needs
Investing in these seven kitchen gadgets will bring your chef skills to a new level and make it easier to make healthy, delicious food at home.
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3 Top Smart Thermostats
Our top thermostat picks optimize the temperature throughout the day and make adjustments when you're away to keep you comfortable and save you money.
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12 Useful Gifts Under $50
A tight budget doesn't mean you need to fill stockings with a funny coffee mug, socks, or gift card. Here are 12 cool gadgets for less than 50 bucks each.
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Review of the SimpleSence WiFi Leak and Freeze Detector
The SimpleSense WiFi Leak and Freeze Detector is the right choice for those that want a set-it-and-forget-it solution to leak and freeze detection.
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Review of the DeLonghi Dinamica TrueBrew Over Ice Automatic Espresso Maker
Editor's Choice: The DeLonghi Dinamica is a solid automatic espresso machine with the added bonus of an iced coffee feature that works really well.
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Review of the Kwikset Halo Smart Lock
Halo’s unique combination of app, keypad, and key lock/unlock options provides the operational flexibility that will appeal to all levels of tech users.
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12 Essential Home Office Accessories
These are the home office accessories that will optimize your home workspace and kids' school space and make you all more productive.
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Review of the DeLonghi Eletta Automatic Espresso/Cappuccino Maker
I spent more than two months with the DeLonghi Eletta, creating hundreds of coffee drinks. Overall, it's a great machine, with a few minor quibbles.
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9 Kitchen Gadgets that Make Healthy Eating Easy
Preparing healthy food usually takes time and effort. But we found nine kitchen gadgets that make creating great-tasting, healthy foods a snap.
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6 Must-Have Hands-Free Gadgets for Your Kitchen
From faucets to garbage cans to small appliances, we share our favorite hands-free kitchen products that will help keep your kitchen germ-free and clean.
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Review of the Eargo Neo HiFi
The Eargo Neo HiFi over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aid is discreet, easy to use and wear, and the best sounding and highest-value OTC device available. Here's why.
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7 Online Fitness Classes to Stream When Your Gym is Closed
These streaming fitness programs and apps give you plenty of options for working out in your living room, even if you don't own home gym equipment.
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5 Health & Fitness Trackers that Make Healthy Living Easy
Make healthier choices with these five highly-rated and reviewed health gadgets.
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Review of the Coway Bidetmega 200 Bidet Seat
After months of living with the Coway Bidetmega 200, I’m sold on the fresh feeling and convenience of the Coway Bidetmega smart bidet seat. It’s my affordable daily luxury.
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6 Gift Ideas for the Beauty Lover
Beauty-related tech is all the rage, allowing you to primp, glow, and get gorgeous with just the push of a button. Here are our favorite beauty gadget gift ideas.
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5 Wet Dry Vacs Designed to Tackle All Your Messes
From hand-held vacs to high-capacity models and time-saving models designed to mop and vacuum at the same time, we have the perfect vac for every type of mess.
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6 Best Kitchen Gadget Gifts for Cooks
The holidays are all about food and entertaining so why not get the chef or hostess in your life a practical, yet fun, gift for the kitchen?
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The Best Sleep Tracker
Over the last few months, we've been testing the most highly-rated and easiest to use sleep trackers to find the best. Here's our top pick.
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6 Great Gadgets to Make Your Smart Home Smarter
Upgrade your smart home with the latest tech to make your day-to-day life a whole lot easier.
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Review of the Panasonic High Speed Toaster Oven
The Panasonic High Speed Toaster Oven is a heck of a bargain at $80 and is my recommendation for anyone who wants a more-than-solid toaster oven at a very reasonable price.
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Emergency Tech Essentials for Your Home
Be prepared to ride out the next storm with these gadgets, even if you have no power.
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The Best Blue Light Glasses
We tested and found the best blue light glasses, whether you’re looking for readers, gaming glasses, or just basic blue light protection for yourself or the kids.
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Review of the Polar OH1 Heart Rate Monitor
The Polar OH1's small size, comfort, ease of use, and standalone workout tracking will make it the best armband optical heart rate monitor for most people.
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9 Smart Home Gadgets Under $50 that Improve Everyday Life
There are plenty of inexpensive gadgets that can make a big difference in our everyday lives, either on their own or in combination with products we already own.
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7 Time-Saving Kitchen Gadgets for Healthier Meals
These seven time-saving kitchen gadgets will make it easier to make delicious, healthy meals every day.
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4 Portable Air Conditioners to Keep You Cool
These portable room air conditioners keep you cool without requiring installation in a window or through a wall. One even works outside.
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Review of the Quell 2.0 Wearable Pain Relief Device
The next-gen NeuroMetrix Quell 2.0 wearable is a smarter, more integrated device to help relieve chronic pain using the body’s natural opioid painkillers.
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7 Ways to Fight Seasonal Allergies
Whether you have seasonal or year-round allergies, here are the high-tech tools we recommend you use to make dealing with them a little less painful.
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5 Best Smart Locks for Your Home
Smart locks offer remote unlocking, electronic guest key access, proximity-based unlocking when paired to your smartphone, and more.
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6 Smartwatches that Could Save Your Life
These 6 smartwatches and accessories go above and beyond to monitor your health and safety — and they could even save your life.
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Last Minute Gift Ideas for the Hard to Shop For
Still stumped on gift ideas for those hard to shop for people on your list? We rounded up unique products to help get your shopping list finished.
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7 Surprising Smart Home Devices You Can Control with Your Voice
With the right devices, there are many useful and surprising ways you can use your voice to get things done around the house.
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9 Kitchen Gadgets that Make Great Gifts
Making life in the kitchen easier is always a gift, so surprise your favorite foodie with these useful high-tech cooking gadgets.
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The Best Smart Locks
One-size doesn't fit all when it comes to smart locks, so we found the best smart locks for every situation and need.
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Instant Pot Max & 4 More Hot New Multi-Cookers
Multi-cookers promise faster, easier and healthier cooking using a wide variety of cooking methods in one space-saving pot. Here are the best of the latest crop.
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9 Awesomely Nerdy Gadgets
Nine nerdy gadgets, accessories and peripherals that are as functional as they are a fun.
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The Best Vacuum Cleaners
Do you like an upright or canister? Do you prefer bagged or bagless? We take you through the options and our top picks for each type of vacuum cleaner.
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8 Bike Accessories for a Better Ride
From navigation to lighting, these gadgets are designed to simplify your cycling and make it safer.
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5 Tech Products Under $50 Everyone Should Own
Products don't need to be expensive to enhance your quality of life.
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The Best Sleep Trackers
From sleep trackers to smart mattresses, technology can help you get a better night’s sleep.
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4 Products That Will Save You Hundreds on Your Utility Bills
If you're looking to save money, your home utility bills is a good place to start. Smart upgrades to your lighting and thermostat can save you hundreds.
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Beat Seasonal Depression with Light Therapy
Light therapy has proven effective in treating seasonal affective disorder and winter blues. Here are 4 lights to try.
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3 Smart Water Monitors That Shut Down Leaks
A new generation of smart home sensors finds and stops catastrophic leaks, saving you cash.