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Amazon Echo Spot (2024) review: more smart alarm than speaker
By Josephine Watson published
Amazon revisits its popular Echo Spot product line with a new iteration based on customer feedback – but has it really learned its lesson?
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Echo Spot (2017) vs Echo Spot (2024): how do the old and new Amazon Alexa smart speakers compare?
By David Nield published
See how the new Echo Spot stacks up against the old (and now discontinued) Echo Spot in our comprehensive guide.
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The best robot vacuum 2024
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Updated Your guide to the top robot vacuums (and mops) for hassle-free cleaning, as recommended by experienced reviewers.
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Amazon's Echo Spot is back with a fresh design and an improved display
By Jacob Krol published
Amazon's Echo Spot is back with a refreshed design and an improved screen that sports custom visuals for popular features like the weather, alarms, and music playback.
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Apple is working on a mysterious new smart-home accessory, according to a new leak
By Alex Blake published
MacRumors claims to have proof that Apple is working on a smart speaker with a built-in display that could come with Apple Intelligence.
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I review robot vacuums for a living – here's what you need to know before you buy
By James Holland published
Here are five top tips and tricks, based on my experience, for finding the best robot vacuum for your needs.
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Philips Hue's new powerful smart lights can illuminate every nook and cranny in your home
By Cesar Cadenas published
Housing powerful bulbs, each of the six Pillar and Runner spotlights emit bright light and can be controlled via Alexa.
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The best Apple HomePod prices and deals for July 2024
By Alex Whitelock last updated
Sorry, Alexa. Siri's coming home.
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