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The best Alexa speakers 2026: smart speakers for every room and budget

By Cat Ellis last updated

Updated From Amazon to Sonos, these are the best smart speakers to bring the AI-powered Alexa into your smart home.

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Dyson Nurovi robot vacuum
Dyson designer shares the development secrets of the brand's new robovac lineup

By Ruth Hamilton Published

I got the inside scoop on Dyson's new Nurovi robot vacuums — including one feature that's been sitting in a cupboard for years, just waiting for a home.

Robot Vacuums
Three different robot vacuums
I've seen 2027's new robot vacuums — here are 3 major trends set to level-up their cleaning

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Next year's bots are leveling up in three big ways.

Robot Vacuums
The Philips Smart Lighting Screen Sync with Strip Light system lighting up the walls behind and beside a TV in a darkened room
Eyeing the new Philips Hue Screen Sync? Philips Smart Lighting just launched a cheaper alternative

By Carrie Marshall Published

Philips Smart Lighting has launched a system that's more affordable than the Philips Hue Screen Sync, and comes with a light strip in the box.

Smart Lights
iRobot Roomba Duo robot vacuum being demoed at IFA
The Roomba Duo is a floor-cleaning behemoth that can pull a tiny robovac from its hat

By Ruth Hamilton Published

I saw the iRobot Roomba Duo is action, and it's a two-in-one robot vacuum in the truest sense.

Robot Vacuums
Apple teased a 'personal hub' at its event, but didn't launch a HomePod mini 2, and I'm mad

By Becky Scarrott Published

A 'hub' but no HomePod mini 2, Apple? That just doesn't seem right… 

Wireless & Bluetooth Speakers
Dreame Aqua20 Pro Ultra Roller X Complete robot vacuum on show at IFA
Dreame is one step ahead of the competition with its world-first steam cleaning robot vacuum

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The Aqua20 Pro Ultra Roller X Complete can steam-clean your hard floors — but the feature comes with a number of caveats.

Robot Vacuums
Roomba Max 875 robot vacuum on show at IFA
The new flagship Roomba has a unique mopping feature for tackling dried-on dirt

By Ruth Hamilton Published

The Roomba Max 875 Combo will mist your hard floors to loosen dried-on dirt and dislodge grease.

Robot Vacuums
Split image of IKEA Dubbelkisel driver on pink background, and IKEA spotlights in wardrobe full of clothes
IKEA's new Dubbelkisel device lets you integrate your cabinet lights into your smart home

By Cat Ellis Published

The Dubbelkisel lighting driver connects IKEA's integrated lights to the Dirigera smart home hub, and is Matter-enabled to give you even more options.

Smart Lights
The Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp shines a multicoloured aurora effect onto a slanted ceiling.
The best smart lights in 2026: smart lighting for every home

By Cat Ellis last updated

Updated We've tested the best smart light bulbs and light panels from all the big brands including Philips Hue and Nanoleaf.

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