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I reviewed Nanoleaf's first rope light, and there are 4 good reasons to skip it – fortunately, I’ve got the perfect alternative
By Cesci Angell published
Not all rope lights are made equal. Here are four reasons why Nanoleaf’s left me disappointed, and what I’d recommend instead.

The brand new Blink Video Doorbell (Gen 2) is down to just $34.99 with this epic Labor Day deal
By Cat Ellis published
The new Blink Video Doorbell is super easy to install and use, and earned four stars in our review.

I upgraded to the Blink Video Doorbell (Gen 2), and it's one of the easiest security systems I've ever installed
By Chris Price published
Together with the new Sync Module Core, the second-gen Blink Video Doorbell offers head-to-toe images of visitors and a clear view of packages.

I tested this robot mower on the biggest lawn I could find – and it was fast, accurate and a dream to control
By Ruth Hamilton published
If you have a palatial lawn in need of regular upkeep, the Segway Navimow X3 Series is the robot mower you've been waiting for.

Google apologetically updates the Google Home app – here are 5 new upgrades coming to iOS and Android
By David Nield published
Google has been having problems with its smart home hardware and software, but upgrades are on the way.

I test smart home tech for a living, and these are the 3 outdoor security cameras I recommend to my family and friends
By Cat Ellis published
These are the cameras I trust to protect what matters most (and two of them don't need a subscription).

'Who in the hell would want red cameras?' – details of four new Nest devices have leaked, but has Google lost the smart home race already?
By Cat Ellis published
Amazon's speakers, doorbells, and cameras will almost certainly be cheaper, but Gemini for Home could give Google an edge.

Are Philips Hue Essential bulbs the cheap smart lights we don't need?
By Cat Ellis published
There's no shortage of brands making affordable smart lights, but it looks like Hue wants a piece of the entry-level pie.
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