Health & Home News

Space heaters sold at Costco, Home Depot, Lowe's, and other major retailers pose a fire risk. Find out if yours is affected and what to do.

A larger round display, a sunrise-style screen, and an alarm that senses light sleep come with the $199.99 Echo Time. The Echo Spot is $109.99.

Researchers pooled DNA and personality scores from 1.14 million people and found thousands of small genetic effects that work alongside life experience.

Alloop’s Trio health wearable moves one sensing core from wrist to finger in seconds, and you log meals and workouts by tapping and talking.

Your tap water may contain more forever chemicals than testing reports suggest. Learn why PFAS levels may be underestimated and how to reduce exposure.

In a surgical trial, those who wore noise-canceling headphones under anesthesia were less likely to feel sick afterward.

The CPSC has 24 reports of these cookers expelling hot contents and causing serious burns. It says to throw away the 6-quart Power Quick Pot model Y6D-36.

Candida auris fungal infections are rare in the general population but can be deadly in ICUs. Researchers now report how it can outlast a first-line antifungal drug.

Apple Home Collection adds a lock that unlocks as you approach and cameras that recognize familiar faces, all with simple iPhone setup.

Johns Hopkins engineers built two magnetic robots that team up to deliver antibiotics to heart infections, steered by coils outside the body.

Researchers developed new tattoo ink that appears under UV light in seconds and fades under white light. 

A lot of Babies' Magic Tea Baby Sleep Gripe Water is being recalled because FDA tests found methanol, ethanol, and isopropanol in the product.

Customers say eight Starbucks protein drinks named sugar-free contain 13 to 21 grams per venti. Starbucks says it adds no sugar to them.

People with higher levels of a molecule made by gut bacteria lost thinking skills faster, and it worsened Alzheimer's-like changes in mice.

Blood pressure trends, insulin resistance alerts, and a sleep breathing score are rolling out free to Pixel Watch 3, 4, and 5 this week.

A dedicated Professional Pizza mode and graphene heating element let Midea's upcoming SpaceMaster oven reach 662 degrees F inside your kitchen cabinetry.

BLUETTI's IFA 2026 lineup includes a battery-powered generator for construction sites, a balcony solar storage system, and new compact power stations.

Techlicious editors sorted through thousands of products at IFA 2026 to find the 30 that actually moved tech forward. Here's what made the cut.

Ugreen's new HomeAgent hub runs AI cameras and facial recognition locally, no cloud required, but it locks you into a $999 device and its own ecosystem.

Dyson's CameraJet electric toothbrush uses a camera and AI to detect gaps between your teeth, then jets water into each one as you brush.

EssilorLuxottica's Stellest lens is the first FDA-authorized glasses lens shown to slow myopia progression in kids, cutting it by 71% in trials.

Comcast rolled out a no-cost motion sensor built into Xfinity WiFi, detecting activity without cameras but stopping short of real monitoring.

Samsung's Galaxy Buds3 Pro and Buds4 Pro just earned FDA clearance for OTC hearing aid features, putting Samsung and Apple in direct competition this fall.

Hackers breached Brinks Home's systems and are threatening to leak customer data. Here's what the smart home security company is telling customers.

Spotify's new Running Mode adjusts your workout playlist to your pace, type of workout, and music taste, no manual DJing required.

Federal and state regulators say the telehealth company billed customers without consent and shared health data with Meta and Snap.

A ransomware attack hit Fairlife's production systems this week, forcing Coca-Cola to pause US output of its milk and protein shake brand.

Withings' BodyScan 2, the smart scale that reads 60 health biomarkers, including heart rhythm and nerve activity, is now available in the US for $599.95.

A 12-watt solar panel and a small pump are all it takes to add a moving water feature to a pond, birdbath, or garden tub, no wiring required.

Dyson's new V16 Piston Animal cordless vacuum compresses debris and fights hair tangles. At $979, here's whether it's worth it for pet owners.

Ring's Wired Doorbell Pro (3rd Gen) is $199.99 at Amazon – an all-time low on Ring's newest 4K flagship wired doorbell.

The Fitbit Air tracks sleep, heart rate, blood oxygen, readiness, and workouts for $99.99 – with optional AI coaching instead of a required subscription.

Dreame's new X60 Pro Ultra robot vacuum uses extendable arms to clean edges and tight spots other models skip, starting at $1,400 next month.

Wi-Charge's infrared transmitter plugs into an outlet and beams power to your Schlage Encode or Encode Plus, so you never have to swap AA batteries again.

Dyson's HushJet hand fan sold out in days. Here are three portable fans to buy instead, from a $30 pick to one that cools skin on contact. 

KitchenAid just upgraded its iconic stand mixer with fold speed, soft start, and a silicone edge beater. Here's what $599.99 gets you.

From compact battery packs to whole-home backup, Jackery power stations are discounted by up to 50%. See which models deliver the most value for you.

The ChillPill packs three cooling methods in a gadget small enough to carry anywhere. I tested whether it actually works as promised.

Two new robotic pool cleaners are handling the one chore you would have left – maintaining the robot itself.

MOVA’s U.S. launch uses Silicon Valley as a strategic stage to highlight its AI mapping, high-pressure mopping, and automated maintenance technologies.

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.

L'Orèal's Light Straight + Multi-styler  uses near-infrared light and lower temperatures, promising to let you style your hair without frying it

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.

The Skope 800 offers dependable navigation and mowing, but its shared battery system is what sets it apart from typical single-purpose robot mowers.

The Prime T1 transforms between humanoid and quadruped forms, offering adaptive movement, creative camera work, and smart home companionship.

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.

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.

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.

At CES 2026, UREVO introduces a connected wellness ecosystem that unifies training, recovery insights, AI guidance, and sleep tracking for a more balanced routine.