Health & Home News
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Pool Cleaning Robots Are Finally Learning to Clean Themselves
Two new robotic pool cleaners are handling the one chore you would have left – maintaining the robot itself.
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What Ads in ChatGPT Free and Budget Plans Mean for Privacy and Safety
The new ChatGPT Go tier costs $8 monthly. But – like the free plan – will include ads. What does it mean when your chatbot becomes a marketing platform?
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MOVA’s U.S. Launch Puts Its Cleaning Tech on a Bigger Stage
MOVA’s U.S. launch uses Silicon Valley as a strategic stage to highlight its AI mapping, high-pressure mopping, and automated maintenance technologies.
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ChatGPT Health Wants Your Medical Data – Should You Trust It?
ChatGPT Health links to your medical records and wellness apps. Here’s what it does, what OpenAI promises, and why there are privacy and safety risks.
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Govee's New Ceiling Light Doubles as an Animated Display
Govee’s Ceiling Light Ultra blends bright everyday lighting with animated, pixel-style scenes that turn your ceiling into part of your home’s décor.
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This Smart Lock Keeps Charged With Infrared Light
The Lockin V7 Max receives power wirelessly from an infrared transmitter to keep its battery fully charged all the time.
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The Flat Iron Hair Styler That Replaces Extreme Heat with Light
L'Orèal's Light Straight + Multi-styler uses near-infrared light and lower temperatures, promising to let you style your hair without frying it
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Reolink’s Local AI Hub Makes Security Smarter Without Subscriptions
Reolink’s AI Box processes security footage locally, enabling smarter alerts and natural language video search with no subscription required.
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UGREEN Brings Local AI to Storage, Security, and Power at CES 2026
UGREEN unveiled AI-powered NAS storage, its first smart security system, and a 300W charger at CES 2026 – all designed to run locally without cloud dependence.
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Reolink’s New Cameras Focus on Privacy and Battery Life
Reolink’s new security cameras focus on local storage, long battery life, and full coverage – without subscriptions or constant charging.
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Litheli Skope 800 is a Smarter Take on Robotic Lawn Care
The Skope 800 offers dependable navigation and mowing, but its shared battery system is what sets it apart from typical single-purpose robot mowers.
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LIVALL's PikaBoost 2 Lite is Making E-Biking Easier Than Ever
Transform any bike into an easy-riding e-bike with the PikaBoost 2 Lite, a lightweight pedal-assist kit designed for simplicity and daily commuting.
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Prime’s T1 Robot Adapts to You With Dual-Form Mobility
The Prime T1 transforms between humanoid and quadruped forms, offering adaptive movement, creative camera work, and smart home companionship.
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Xtand’s Smart Patella Strap Targets Real Knee Pain Relief
If you’ve tried traditional patella straps and found them only marginally helpful, this is the first product I’ve seen that meaningfully upgrades the concept.
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Olight Combines Multiple Lighting Tools Into a Single EDC Flashlight
The ArkPro Series stands out is in how many options it packs into a single device, with a mix of floodlight, spotlight, UV light, and a green laser pointer.
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This New Office Chair Corrects Your Bad Posture in Real Time
LiberNovo’s Omni chair uses motors, sensors, and adaptive panels to adjust your posture in real time. We tried it – here’s what actually stood out.
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Nirva AI Jewelry Wants to Be Your Emotional Guide
Nirva is a new wearable that uses sensors and AI to analyze your mood and relationships. I look at what it actually does, how it works, and the privacy questions it raises.
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Sunseeker Elite X9 Tackles Uneven Lawns with Pro-Grade Precision
The Elite X9 is designed to stay level, stay precise, and stay aware of its surroundings in ways most mowers just aren’t. -

VIGX π6 Makes Portable Exoskeletons Truly Practical
With its collapsible legs and pocket-friendly size, the VIGX π6 brings powerful, AI-driven exoskeleton support to anyone who wants help only when needed.
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This Electric Toothbrush Promises Good Vibes for 10 Weeks Per Charge
Laifen's Wave Pro upgrades the dual oscillation-vibration toothbrush we tested and loved last year. The new 70-day battery life means you can skip the countertop charger.
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Why UREVO’s Smart Wellness Ecosystem Stands Out at CES 2026
At CES 2026, UREVO introduces a connected wellness ecosystem that unifies training, recovery insights, AI guidance, and sleep tracking for a more balanced routine.
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How LumiMind Is Using EEG and Sound to Help People Fall Asleep
LumiSleep uses real-time EEG and adaptive sound to ease the transition into sleep, offering a more personalized alternative to white noise or sleep apps.
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Meet the Robot Mopvac That Turns Into a Handheld Cleaner
xLean’s TR1 robot mopvac converts into a handheld cleaner, promising to handle both routine cleaning and sudden spills with a single device.
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Samsung Bespoke Fridge is a Pricey Way to Use Gemini AI for Food Tips
Samsung added Google Gemini to its Bespoke fridge to suggest recipes and track food. But your phone already does this without the $3,000+ price tag.
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How Cearvol Is Rethinking Hearing Technology for Everyday Life
Cearvol's new hearing aids are built around the same idea: hearing support should be easy to control, comfortable, and adapt to real-world environments. -

Lutron's New DIY Automated Window Blinds Optimize Natural Lighting
You can have Lutron's Smart Wood Blinds automatically adjust based on your location and time of day or set your own schedule.
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Vbot Companion Shows What Robot 'Pets' Are Becoming
The Companion Robotic Dog combines cameras, sensors, and on-device AI to move through spaces and respond to voice commands. We explain what makes it unique.
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This Cold-Weather Portable Power Station Works When Others Freeze Up
Bluetti’s new power station uses sodium-ion batteries that perform better in extreme cold than lithium-based options.
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GE Lighting’s Light + Form Bulbs Rethink LED Design
Instead of copying incandescents, GE Lighting’s Light + Form bulbs explore new shapes and "filament" designs only LEDs can pull off.
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Grab These Aqara Smart Home Deals Before It’s Too Late
Through December 22, Aqara is rolling out some of the steepest discounts of the season. These limited-time prices make it the perfect moment to jump in.
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How Whisker Is Redefining Connected Pet Care
Whisker’s 2025 Litter-Robot lineup adds AI insights, quieter cleaning, and better odor control to make cat care easier for single- and multi-pet homes.
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Are Your Smart-Lock Codes Safe? Survey Says Probably Not
Most smart-lock owners widely share access codes and rarely update or expire them. Here’s how to protect your home from digital intruders.
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The Smartest Black Friday Water Purifier Deals for Families
Looking for better-tasting, safer water at home? VIOMI’s Black Friday deals on the VORTEX V6, V8 and MASTER M1 make smart RO purification more affordable than ever. -

Best Black Friday Vacuum Sales: Up to 58% Off
All of these Black Friday vacuum deals are on models we’ve tested and trust – major discounts on premium robots and cordless sticks.
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This FDA-Cleared Tool Lets You Track Heart and Lung Health at Home
Withings BeamO securely captures heart and lung data at home – and shares it securely with your doctor for more effective telehealth visits.
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A Smarter, Healthier Way to Clean: Fotile’s X20Max Dishwasher
Fotile’s X20Max 3-in-1 dishwasher brings powerful cleaning and produce washing to small spaces, delivering health and convenience in one sleek design.
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Here’s Why Dreame’s H15 Pro Beats My Dyson Stick Vac
Tired of switching between a mop and a stick vac? Dreame’s H15 Pro vacuums carpets, mops floors, and dries itself for a cleaner home.
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This Hovering Pool Robot Could Finally End Missed Spots
The MOVA Rover X10 hovers like an underwater drone and uses laser mapping to see corners and steps. I break down whether it’s a gimmick or genuine progress.
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Zenni Blocks Facial Recognition with Rose Colored Glasses
A pink-tinted lens option meant to protect against sunlight largely blocks the infrared light also used in many face-recognition systems.
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The Hidden Danger in Many Smoke Detectors (and How to Avoid It)
A safety label can mean the difference between life and death. Here’s why UL and ETL certification matters and how to verify it.
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Meet Gemini Home: The AI Upgrade Google Assistant Needed
Gemini Home brings AI-powered alerts, natural language controls, and smarter cameras. But is Google just catching up to Alexa and other rivals?
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I Tested the Yeedi S16 Plus Robot Mopvac – Here’s the Good and the Bad
With powerful 18,000pa suction, a self-cleaning mop, and minimal upkeep, the Yeedi S16 Plus makes cleaning effortless – though it's not without a few quirks.
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Meta Bets on Everyday AI With Three New Smart Glasses
From in-lens displays to sport-ready frames, Meta’s new smart glasses lineup shows the future of AI eyewear is finally getting practical. Here's our take.
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Air Purifier With Built-In Heater & AI Tracking for Year-Round Comfort
The Dreame PM20 combines air purification, AI fan cooling, and heating in one device designed for large spaces and year-round comfort.
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Affordable Fire and CO Protection: SimpliSafe’s New Alarm Listener
SimpliSafe adds an affordable Smoke & CO Alarm Listener that connects your existing detectors to 24/7 monitoring for faster emergency response.
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xLean TR1 Mopvac Debuts at IFA 2025 With Dual-Form Design
xLean’s TR1 transforms from robot to handheld in one second, cleans with vortex suction, and its AI learns your cleaning style over time. -

Reolink TrackFlex Floodlight Debuts with Smarter AI at IFA 2025
The Reolink TrackFlex Floodlight combines dual lenses, AI detection, and natural-language video search to make smart security easier than ever.
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Forget Ball Machines – This AI Tennis Robot Actually Rallies Back
Unlike a ball machine, this AI tennis robot reacts, moves, and coaches you for smarter, more realistic training.
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Philips Hue Bridge Pro Turns Your Lights into Motion Sensors
The Philips Hue Bridge Pro uses your existing Hue bulbs for presence detection – no extra sensors needed. Here’s why it matters for everyday smart lighting.
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IFA 2025 Techlicious Editor’s Choice Awards
From AI-powered earbuds to ultra-bright projectors, we found the best new products launching from Europe’s biggest tech show.
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This AI Art Frame Runs 2 Years Without a Power Cord
SwitchBot’s new AI Art Frame uses e-ink to turn your prompts into personalized art—no cords required and up to 2 years of battery life.
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Laifen’s P3 Pro Shaver Lets You See Its High-Speed Motors at Work
The Laifen P3 Pro combines luxury design with 24,000 cuts per minute performance in a compact, travel-ready shaver.
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Govee TV Backlight 3 Pro Promises Lag-Free Immersive Lighting
With low-latency syncing and smarter color correction, the Govee TV Backlight 3 Pro makes watching fast-moving shows and games feel seamless.
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Gemini AI Is Coming to Google Home – and It’s About Time
Gemini AI is replacing Google Assistant on Home speakers, offering better reasoning, natural conversations, and smarter household help.
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Blueair PetAir Pro: The Air Purifier That Doubles as a Cat Bed
Blueair’s $499 PetAir Pro tackles fur, odors, and allergens while doubling as stylish pet furniture with a built-in bed and scratch topper.
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Meet the Robot Vacuum That Changes Mop Heads Without Your Help
With triple the suction of rivals and a fully automated mop-switching dock, Dreame’s Matrix10 Ultra could be the ultimate all-in-one robot cleaner.
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Would You Let AI Guard Your Home? Meet RADCam
RADCam is a security camera that uses AI to spot intruders, talk to visitors, and even deter porch pirates – no human needed.
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Belkin Is Ending Support for Most Wemo Smart Home Devices
Belkin will stop supporting most Wemo devices in January 2026. Here’s what that means for your smart home, and why you should plan to replace them now.
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Why This New Air Purifier Belongs Next to Your Couch, Not Hidden Away
I never wanted a big air purifier in my living room – until I saw Blueair’s new Blue Signature, which combines top-tier filtration and sleek style.
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This Espresso Machine Makes the Best Lattes and It’s 21% Off
I’ve tested plenty of espresso machines. KitchenAid’s stands out for quiet operation and café-quality espressos and lattes with dense, soft foam — now $250 off.
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Hands-On with Samsung’s New Galaxy Watches: What’s Actually New
From the slimmer “Galaxy Cushion” design to Gemini AI and an antioxidant sensor, here’s what’s different about Samsung’s latest wearables.
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Our Pick for the Best OTC Hearing Aids Are at Their Lowest Price Ever
Sony’s nearly invisible, all-day OTC hearing aids are now down to $848 for Prime Day. Here’s why we think they’re worth it.
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New 43mm OnePlus Watch 3: Smaller Size, Same Big Features
The 43mm OnePlus Watch 3 delivers the same dual-engine tech, GPS, and 5-day battery as the original – in a size that actually fits smaller wrists.
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Upgrade Your Bathroom: Coway Bidetmega 500S Nearly 40% Off
Coway’s smartest bidet seat yet, the Bidetmega 500S, is $270 off for Prime Day – with hands-free features, deodorizer, and instant warm water.
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Yale’s New Smart Lock Future-Proofs Your Front Door
Say goodbye to lock-in. Yale’s latest smart lock supports Matter Over Thread for seamless use with Google Home, Alexa, Apple Home, and more.
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Coway Airmega 50 Brings Powerful Purification to Small Spaces
With real-time air quality monitoring and quiet performance, the Airmega 50 brings Coway’s premium air-purifying tech to dorm rooms and home offices.
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A Smarter, Portable Home Backup System Just Hit Indiegogo
BLUETTI’s Apex 300 is a whole-home backup you can take camping. It’s solar-ready, app-controlled, and now available on Indiegogo.
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This KitchenAid Induction Cooktop Made Me Rethink My Gas Stove Loyalty
From low-temp chocolate to high-heat steak, KitchenAid’s new cooktop delivers exact heat using any pan – even that old cast iron skillet.
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This Sous Vide Cooker Changed How I Cook – Now It's 43% Off
You don’t need to be a chef to cook like one. On sale for $129.95, the Anova Precision Cooker 3.0 makes it easy to get great results.
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Tron Mower Shipping Starts in Europe, U.S. Launch Still Unclear
Airseekers starts Tron mower shipments in Europe, with U.S. availability uncertain due to trade tariffs and ongoing production limits.
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This Bulb Turns Your Outdoor Fixture into a Smart Light & Security Cam
The $50 Wyze Bulb Cam replaces your light bulb with a combination smart light and full 2K security camera – no wiring, no subscription required.
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Tired of Dirty Windows? This Robotic Cleaner is $200 Off
Skip the ladder and let the WINBOT W2 PRO clean your windows, glass sliding doors, and more.
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No Drills, No Keys: SwitchBot’s Face-Unlock Smart Lock Is Renter-Ready
The Lock Ultra Vision Combo offers secure face unlock, quiet operation, and a non-destructive installation, making it ideal for renters.
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Why Stress Pool Cleaning When This Robot Can Do the Work for You?
The Dreame Z1 Pro robotic pool cleaner offers 8,000 GPH suction, AI-powered navigation, cordless design, and remote control for effortless pool cleaning.
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This Electric Lawn Mower Made Me Hate Mowing Less – and It’s 50% Off
The Litheli EASYSURGE is lightweight and self-propelled, and it is now over 50% off. It includes four batteries for up to half an acre of mowing.
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Protect Your Porch: Ring Video Doorbells Are Up to 45% Off
Keep an eye on your packages and visitors with a Ring doorbell. These Memorial Day deals offer serious savings on top-rated models.
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Samsung’s Smartest Bespoke Fridges Are $1,800 Off for a Limited Time
The Samsung Bespoke AI Family Hub+ refrigerators are 35% off – and they’re packed with tech that will actually make your life easier.
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Lepro TB1 Brings AI-Driven Lighting to Any Space – with Style
This isn’t just a lamp. It’s a shape-shifting, music-syncing, voice-responsive light powered by AI and packed with personality.
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Sunseeker X3 Plus Robotic Mower Cuts Wires, Not Corners
The Sunseeker X3 Plus offers multi-zone mowing, rain sensing, and app control with wire-free setup and smart obstacle avoidance for under $1,600.
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Segway’s Navimow X3 Mows Smarter, Faster – and Without Wires
The Navimow X3 series uses advanced object detection and GPS to mow up to 2.5 acres, no boundary wires needed – even under tree cover.
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Yarbo Adds Fully Autonomous Trimmer to Its Modular Lawn Care Robot
Yarbo’s new Trimmer module tackles lawn edges, flower beds, and tight spaces autonomously. Coming in April – just in time for summer lawn care.
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Our Favorite Smart Lock for Renters Is 58% Off
The SwitchBot Lock Pro Combo Pack is now just $83.99 – the lowest price ever. It requires no drilling, is easy to set up, and is loaded with smart features.
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RingConn Gen 2 Air: Premium Health Tracking Without the Premium Price
After testing both RingConn Gen 2 rings, I found the affordable Gen 2 Air delivers 90% of the Gen 2's premium features for $100 less.
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Instacart's AI Makeover: Can Smart Shopping Improve Your Diet?
Instacart is rolling out AI features to help you make healthier food choices. I checked them out to find out what they offer – and what they miss.
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BleeqUp Unveils Smart Cycling Glasses with Built-In Camera & Audio
At MWC 2025, BleeqUp introduced the Ranger AI Cycling Glasses, an all-in-one wearable with HD video recording, smart audio, and hands-free navigation.
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Typhur Dome 2 Air Fryer Adds Dual Heating for More Even Cooking
Typhur upgrades its Dome air fryer with a bottom heating element, lighter design, and smart integration with its wireless thermometer.
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Powerbeats Pro 2 Have Heart Rate Monitoring That May Actually Work
Heart rate tracking in earbuds has been attempted for over a decade, but the Powerbeats Pro 2 may have finally gotten it right with a better fit and sensors.
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OnePlus Watch 3 Gets Big Battery Boost & Rotating Crown
The OnePlus Watch 3 has been unveiled with a 5-day battery, a rotating crown, and health tracking. Can it compete now with Google and Samsung?
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Dyson’s New Handheld Vac Has the Power & Battery Life of a Stick Vac
With 115 AW suction and 50-minute runtime, Dyson’s Car+Boat handheld vac delivers the power of the V8 – minus the stick and at nearly half the price.
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This Kid-Friendly Humidifier is Perfect for New Parents
The Levoit Sprout Evaporative Humidifier purifies and humidifies air, making it perfect for nurseries with its night light and easy-to-clean design.
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Elehear Beyond Are OTC Hearing Aids Designed to Do More
Elehear Beyond OTC hearing aids tackle tinnitus, noisy settings, and language barriers, offering advanced features for first-time users.
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A Smart Way to Store Medications on the Go Shown at CES 2025
The ZKSCool Portable Cooler is an AI-powered refrigeration solution for safe storage of medications, breast milk, and more on the go.
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SECURAM’s DIY Home Security Protects Your Home Even When WiFi Is Down
DIY security system combines smart locks, cameras, and motion switches, offering reliable security – even when Wi-Fi goes out.
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Why Your Air Purifier May Not Be Enough to Protect You from Wildfires
Special filters, like those in the Coway Intense Smoke Filter, tackle wildfire pollutants that HEPA filters miss. Find out why they're more effective.
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SwitleBody Wash System Brings Dignity and Ease to Caregiving
SwitleBody introduces a user-friendly solution to elder care hygiene, blending innovation with compassion for caregivers and patients.
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Compact and Powerful: Litheli EASYSURGE Lawn Mower Debuts at CES 2025
We go hands-on at CES with Litheli’s new EASYSURGE lawn mower, featuring tailored speed control, modular batteries, and fold-flat storage for smarter mowing.
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CES 2025 Shows off the Future of Wearable AI Personal Assistants
These AI-powered wearables promise to make life easier, acting as your personal assistant, taking notes, setting reminders, and helping you stay organized.
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Portable Power Meets Innovation: BLUETTI's CES 2025 Highlights
BLUETTI unveils the Apex 300, modular Handsfree backpacks, and EnergyPro 6K, delivering reliable power solutions for homes, businesses, and on the go.
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Techlicious CES 2025 Top Pick Awards
From groundbreaking TVs to futuristic gadgets, see our favorite CES 2025 innovations that will shape the way we live, work, and play.
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Techlicious CES 2025 Editor's Choice Awards
Our CES 2025 Editor's Choice winners showcase the future of technology and deliver meaningful solutions that can improve your life.