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The Google Nest Mini and Nest Audio smart speakers
Google releases new firmware update for older Nest speakers

By Rowan Davies Published

A handful of older speakers are getting audio streaming upgrades, as well as fixes for smart-home controls and connectivity.

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Apple HomeView Hands-On
I've tried Apple's HomeView, and it could help me do more at home without reaching for my iPhone

By Jacob Krol Published

I've spent some time with Apple's HomeView smart display, exploring its personalized interface, smart home controls, and new Siri AI features.

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The Eufy E10 Window Camera stuck to a glass pane
New Eufy E10 Window Camera offers 2.5K resolution and subscription-free storage

By Rowan Davies Published

The Eufy E10 has a hassle-free setup, with 2.5K resolution and support for SD cards to store your footage.

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Apple Welcome Home event product line-up
9 things we learned from the big Apple 'Welcome Home' event

By David Nield Published

Apple had a lot to announce at its latest hardware launch event, and these are the key highlights you need to know about.

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HomePod mini 2 in multiple colors
The HomePod mini 2 is here, but while the upgrades are subtle, the price hike isn’t

By Jacob Krol Published

The HomePod mini 2 adds colorful new lighting effects and a faster chip; but with a familiar design, and its biggest Siri upgrade still to come, it’s a modest refresh.

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Apple Home Collection
Apple Home is getting a new doorbell, cameras, and smart lock — but Apple isn’t making them

By Jacob Krol Published

It's partnering with LG Electronics and Schneider Electric

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Apple HomeView
The Apple HomeView is the smart display I’ve been waiting for

By Jacob Krol Published

I’ve seen Apple’s new HomeView in action, and its personalized Siri, family-focused features, and smart-home controls could make it a serious rival to Amazon’s Echo Show.

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Worx Landroid Vision Cloud WR306E tested and reviewed
Worx's Landroid Vision Cloud WR306E is well worth a punt for efficient lawn care on a relative budget

By Derek Adams Published

Despite some set-up shenanigans, this bot has been a lawn-care stalwart

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A matchstick-style IKEA Strala LED floor lamp next to an IKEA Strala Christmas tree
IKEA’s LED Christmas tree and matchstick lamp have landed for festive duty

By Alex Blake Published

IKEA has launched new Christmas lights that come in unusual shapes and sizes.

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Apple Home October 13th Experience
Apple's 'Welcome Home' event will be on October 13 — and I’m very intrigued

By Jacob Krol Published

Apple has marked October 13 with a playful ‘Welcome Home’ teaser, and it could finally signal the arrival of its long-rumored smart home refresh and HomePad.

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