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OPINION Given how prolific smart devices are now, there’s a growing pressure to accept the potential for privacy invasion – and that’s a pressure we end up exerting on the people around us.
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The best cheap smart home devices and gadget deals for February 2021
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Thread is a new wireless technology for smart home devices that creates a mesh network so the connection is stronger. Here’s everything you need to know.
The $69 ZimaBoard lets you supercharge your smart home systems
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How the ‘Digital DIY’ movement thrived in 2020
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Amazon Echo Dot (2020) review
The new Amazon Echo Dot (2020) adds modern aesthetics to the popular entry-level smart speaker, but not much else.
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Best home automation systems of 2021
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How to build a Linux-powered smart home
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Top Christmas gifts to make your home smarter
Smart home devices make great Christmas gifts – here are our favorite smart speakers, lights, security cameras, and more.
Millions of smart devices could still have major security flaws
TechRadar ProA new report claims 33 zero-day vulnerabilities are present in millions of smart devices, from more than 150 manufacturers.
Best security camera 2021: keep an eye on your home with these 10 smart cameras
Updated We've collected together all of the best smart security cameras for keeping your house safe when you're not around.
Amazon Echo (2020) vs Apple HomePod mini vs Google Nest Audio: the top smart speakers compared
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Amazon Echo (2019) review
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