Category: Hardware

Every time we discuss robot vacuums here, I say it frankly: I love Roborocks . This is my #1 choice for reliable performance. Roborock has […]

If you don’t know what you’re doing, buying a gaming laptop can be a nightmare. Even the cheapest options tend to be twice the price […]

The next batch of robotic lawnmowers will be able to do much more than just mow. I’ve had the pleasure of testing robotic lawnmowers for […]

Because of my ADHD, I need a reminder to take laundry out of the dryer, so changing batteries and remembering to recharge devices just isn’t […]

When the iPad popularized the tablet in 2010, Apple established a stranglehold on the market that it has yet to break. The iPhone maker has […]

You can get this discounted 32-inch Dell UltraSharp Video Conferencing Monitor for $699.99 with free shipping (Reg. $1,199.99). The adjustable webcam features AI auto-focus, noise-canceling […]

When I was diagnosed with ADHD, I was thrilled to learn that there was a real reason why I was struggling with procrastination, especially around […]

I’ve owned the Copilot+ laptop for a little over a month now and I still can’t get over how exaggerated the name is. This was […]

There is a non-zero chance that your device’s lithium battery could explode. The US Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that there were at least 25,000 […]

When I was younger, safety wasn’t a big concern for me; I figured if someone wanted my used dining table so badly that they would […]

We have AI in our phones, AI in our glasses . What about artificial intelligence in our thermostats? Often forgotten home technology is getting a […]

Buying your first outdoor security camera may seem like a big step forward, but over the past few years I’ve found that I rarely use […]

Over the past year, I’ve tested a ton of smart cameras, sensors, and robots of all kinds and have come up with a few favorites. […]

I’m fascinated by robotic lawnmowers. They are amazing in how affordable they are, allowing people to take care of a lawn they otherwise wouldn’t physically […]

Amazon has some influence over the e-reader industry. Like Kleenex before it with napkins, Kindle has become so synonymous with e-readers that it’s easy to […]

While most people would idealistically like to use less water at home, it’s difficult to measure how successful you are in your daily life. Of […]

Google currently sells two smart displays: the seven-inch second-generation Nest Hub and the 10-inch first-generation Nest Hub Max—both packed with so many features that you […]

Amazon seems to have realized that part of our obsession with security cameras is the ability to share the moments we capture, whether they’re funny, […]

The more accessories I add to my tablets, the more I feel like I’m missing the point. Should I really buy the new iPad M4 […]

With the market flooded with vacuum cleaners and mops, and models changing so quickly, it’s almost impossible to be sure of what you’re buying at […]

It looks like some Roku TVs are now causing harm to their owners. By this I mean that they enable motion smoothing with no option […]

The Aqara M3 Hub ($129.99) has been working for me for a few months now, as it was a requirement for the new Aqara ceiling […]

When purchasing a wireless outdoor security camera, you need to consider more than just whether it performs like a decent camera—the solar generator should perform […]

I have a list of features I prefer in a home camera: small size, long cords, ability to turn off indicator lights, remote pan and […]

PlayStation VR2 was released in 2023, bringing Sony’s next-gen virtual reality experience to the PlayStation 5 with new features and games, but the headset needed […]

One of the main things that prevents robot vacuum cleaners from being completely autonomous is the need for us humans to empty the vacuum bag […]

It’s only in the last few years that we’ve seen the emergence of truly smart ceiling fans that allow you to do more than just […]

I love my grill, a 30-year-old Weber model that I constantly repair. It doesn’t have smart features, but it remains the barbecue to which I […]

Robot vacuum cleaners these days are expected to do much more than just vacuum: they can map rooms, mop floors, respond to voice commands, empty […]

The most remarkable thing I’ve learned about robotic lawnmowers is that how the mower works matters. Initially, all of these lawnmowers used underground wires to […]

Everyday laptops are everywhere, at the same time. No, really. If you’re looking for a laptop that can handle your daily tasks – be it […]

I’m hardly a noob when it comes to smoking meat on the grill, but I’ve never owned a real smoker, and certainly not one that […]

Swimming pools are maintenance black holes, so I was eager to try out one of the new pool cleaning robots, the AquaSense Beatbot Pro ($2,199), […]

Despite the best intentions of manufacturers and the best efforts of consumers, technology still breaks down quite regularly, and the PlayStation 5 is no exception […]

The Masterbuilt Auto Ignite 545 Smart BBQ took seven excruciating hours to assemble using poor instructions and mislabeled parts. By the time it was ready […]

Testing smart grills has sparked a philosophical debate about what constitutes a “barbecue”: Should all barbecues involve real fire (or just heat, like infrared)? Is […]

Most Americans have some kind of home security system , usually a series of connected cameras. Now a number of companies are starting to sell […]

There are many good reasons to equip your home with some of the best security cameras on the market: these devices are (usually) affordable, loaded […]

Virtual assistants can be quite helpful. In fact, Alexa has proven to be an integral part of my smart home system. The fact that I […]

I’ve been doing an experiment for the past six weeks. Twice a week at 5:00 p.m., each house on the block has its own robotic […]