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9 smart home gifts that’ll please tech whizzes and novices alike

By Cesci Angell published

Still pondering over your Christmas shopping list? Here are nine smart home gifts to please everyone.

Smart Home
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Who needs Black Friday? The handy Amazon Echo Spot just hit a new record-low price

By Paul Hatton published

The Amazon Echo Spot is now $44.99 at Amazon – that's even cheaper than the price we saw on Black Friday.

Smart Home

Are smart string lights for you? Here are my top tips to help you decide

By Cesci Angell published

Get that lightbulb moment with my guide on what to look out for when choosing your smart string lights.

Smart Lights
Roborock Saros Z70 robot vacuum with lid off and dust cup removed

How much suction do you need on a robovac? Here's what I look for

By Ruth Hamilton published

When it comes to cleaning clout, it's not all about the suction specs – but there's still a minimum level you should look for.

Robot Vacuums
IKEA Gompyssling

IKEA has launched a new LED light and motion sensor combo gadget

By David Nield published

IKEA's newest gadget is the Gömpyssling light and sensor, and it won't cost you much money at all.

Smart Home
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Want a cheap Ring doorbell alternative? I'm a smart home tech expert, and these are the 3 I recommend

By Cat Ellis published

Affordable video doorbells with no subscription fees

Home Security
Samsung Ballie (2025 First Look Event)

Samsung’s Ballie robot is delayed again – and now we know why

By Jacob Krol published

With Ballie now past its planned 2025 debut, Samsung tells TechRadar it is “continuing to refine and perfect the technology” before release.

Smart Home
Dreame Matrix10 Ultra dock with door open to show spare mop pads lined up

This mop-swapping robovac is the most innovative I've ever seen

By Derek Adams published

The Dreame Matrix10 Ultra might be the perfect bot for big, complex homes or even commercial properties.

Robot Vacuums

Shark is gifting up to 50% off appliances in their Cyber Week sale

By Cesci Angell published

Shark's Cyber Week sale offers up to 50% off a wide range of appliances, including vacuums, hair tools, and more.

Seasonal Sales
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Cyber Monday is over, but Amazon Echo devices are still selling for record-low prices – for now

By Cat Ellis published

There are still epic discounts on Amazon Echo speakers and smart displays, but they could disappear at any time.

Smart Speakers
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