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The Alexa+ rollout is finally happening – here's what early testers love and hate about it
By Rowan Davies published
The Alexa+ rollout continues, and it's now reached 1 million test users – garnering mixed reactions.

Watch out Ring – this new video doorbell from IMOU has a rotating camera to track visitors, and AI to detect loiterers
By Cat Ellis published
If you're an anxious homeowner, this all-seeing doorbell will help give you peace of mind.

The best home security cameras 2025: tested for peace of mind
By Cat Ellis last updated
Updated We've tested masses of security cameras in our own homes to bring you this guide to the very best.

I tried Smeg’s new soda maker for two weeks – here are 3 things I love and one thing that terrifies me
By Josephine Watson published
I’ve been using the Smeg Soda Maker as my go-to office drink maker, and there’s a lot to love.

The best smart home devices 2025
By Cat Ellis 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

Philips Hue is launching a stylish new smart light to 'wash' your walls with color – early Amazon listing reveals all
By Cat Ellis published
The powerful new lamp can sync with movies and games, or be used alone to set the mood.

Philips Hue's AI assistant is finally here – and if you have an iPhone, you can try it now
By Cat Ellis published
The long-awaited feature is rolling out in Benelux, so fire up your VPN if you live elsewhere and get your most creative prompts ready.

Configuring your Philips Hue lights and sensors is now headache-free thanks to this free app update
By Cat Ellis published
The latest app version helps avoid being locked out of certain scenes if you miss a stage of the setup process.

Blink's new wireless video doorbell gives Ring a run for its money with two-year battery life and HD night vision
By Cat Ellis published
The next-gen Blink Video Doorbell costs a lot less than you might expect, too.

DJI's first robot vacuum is edging closer to launch, according to new leak – and it could clean up in the premium robovac space
By Sam Kieldsen published
A new leaked image appears to show the 'DJI Romo' robot vacuum boxed and ready for shipping – here's what to expect from DJI's debut robovac.
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