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This new robovac identifies and pre-treats tough stains before you've even noticed them
By Cat Ellis Published
The Ecovacs Deebot X12 OmniCyclone uses camera and infrared detection to seek out tough spots, and employs high-pressure water jets to soften them.

Google Home users report performance issues with Gemini assistant during global rollout
By Rowan Davies Published
Google Home has started expanding Gemini globally, but some users have yet to get along with it.

IKEA just released a super cheap Philips Hue Play Light Bar lookalike
By Cat Ellis Published
The new IKEA lamp costs the same as a cup of coffee, but don't expect it to create an immersive home theater experience.

Ring just launched a battery-powered version of its premium 4K video doorbell, so you can install it 'virtually anywhere' with no wires
By Cat Ellis Published
Ring just released a new premium 4K video doorbell, alongside three more 2K alternatives — here's everything you need to know.

Amazon sees its original smart assistant vision realised in Alexa+
By Josephine Watson Published
As Alexa+ gains ground in the UK, we had the opportunity to catch up with Daniel Rausch, Amazon's VP Alexa and Echo to find out more about the Generative AI rollout so far.

IKEA's donut-shaped Varmblixt smart lamp is landing early in some stores
By Cat Ellis Published
The pastel-hued smart lamp was originally scheduled to launch in April, but some shoppers have spotted it on shelves already.

IKEA's latest motion-activated light 'can be installed anywhere'
By Cat Ellis Published
The Ankarlägg is battery-operated, has a self-adhesive mount, and doesn't need a pricey smart home hub.

8 big misconceptions people have about robot vacuums
By Ruth Hamilton Published
Robot vacuums are getting a bad rap — let me set the record straight.
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