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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.

Want to upgrade your Philips Hue setup? Now's the time to do it
By Ruth Hamilton published
This affordable, palm-sized gadget 'revolutionized' our Homes Editor's smart-lighting setup

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.

The best smart home devices 2026
By James Capell last updated
Updated Never mind repainting: with smart home tech you can completely transform how your home looks and works. These are our favorite bits of smart home kit

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.

The 7 best Amazon Spring Sale robovac deals I’d actually buy
By Ruth Hamilton published
I'm a robot vacuum tester, and these are the models I'd recommend (plus some advice on what to avoid).

All the best Amazon device deals in the Big Spring Sale preview
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
The early bird catches the... smart home bargain?

Which Amazon Echo Show should I buy? Here are the differences to know
By Ruth Hamilton published
There are lots of Echo Show discounts right now — here's how to figure out which one you want.
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