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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.

The IMOU Cell 3C security camera guards your home for very little cash
By Chris Price published
This wireless camera is one of the most affordable security systems around, with no subscription necessary.

Shark's new robovac has a UV light to make your grubby floors glow
By Ruth Hamilton published
Not convinced your robot vacuum is doing anything? Shark's new bot has a clever way to show you.

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.

IKEA just released heaps of smart kitchen lighting and storage solutions
By Cat Ellis published
It's the perfect time to start spring cleaning and brighten up your cooking space with these bargain storage and lighting options.

Dyson Beauty's new limited-edition colorway is 'inspired by the summer solstice', and it might be my favorite yet
By Ruth Hamilton published
This sunny colorway has me ready for long days and balmy weather.

Alexa+ just got a personality upgrade — brief, chill, or sweet
By Graham Barlow published
Amazon has added three customizable personality styles to Alexa+, letting users control how the assistant responds without changing its core functionality.

Beat the freeze with the coziest homeware essentials
By Ruth Hamilton published
Gadgets and homeware to keep out the chill.

Despite being designed to 'connect and just work', it turns out IKEA's new smart home sensors actually have some specific, confusing hub requirements
By Ruth Hamilton published
Those temptingly cheap sensors aren't quite such a bargain if you have to buy IKEA's own $109 / £60 hub to make them work.
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