Walmart slashes price of the Google Home Max in half for Black Friday

If you're looking for a great deal on the Google Home Max smart speaker this Black Friday, look no further than Walmart. The company has cut the original price from $399 to $199. The Max comes in two colors, charcoal and chalk and it is available for next-day shipping and payment plans.

Smart Home         April 21, 2022

Best automatic pet feeders for 2019

We'd probably all love to be able to measure out the right amount of food at exactly the right time every mealtime for our pets, but busy lives can get in the way. To get feeding on a schedule with the right portion size, here are our picks for the best automatic feeders for cats and dogs for 2019.

Products         April 21, 2022

Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T8 AIVI review: Everything but clean

Part spy, part mop, part vacuum, the Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T8 AIVI is innovative, but it lacks follow-through in a lot of areas. Here's what we found out.

Reviews         April 21, 2022

NutriBullet Blender Combo review: Smoothie king

NutriBullet Blender Combo is a great choice for smoothie enthusiasts and home cooks alike. It's ease of use, modern design, and low price point makes it a good choice for those seeking a quality machine on a budget. it also seems to be very well constructed, so it's made to last for years to come.

Reviews         April 21, 2022

Facebook Portal vs Google Nest Hub Max

When it comes to the best smart displays, the new Facebook Portal and the Google Nest Hub Max are two great choices. This can make choosing the right one for you difficult. To help, we've pitted the two against each other in a head-to-head battle to find out which one is the better pick.

Products         April 21, 2022

Ring Stick Up Camera Review: This one’s for Alexa fans

The Ring Stick Up Cam is an incredibly versatile security camera. It can be put indoors or outdoors. It also has three power options: you can run it on a battery power, plug it in or solar power it. Plus, it alerts you of movement, allows two way discussions, and lets you watch live video.

Reviews         April 21, 2022

Ring Smart Lighting Solar Floodlight review: Bright choice

This floodlight really has no equal. It's solar, smart, and fully adjustable to your needs. The Ring Smart Lighting Solar Floodlight is a winner.

Reviews         April 21, 2022

Now you can add an Addams Family chime to your Ring Video Doorbell

When you're decorating for Halloween you probably don't think about dressing up your doorbell for the occasion, but maybe you should if you have a Ring Video Doorbell. Now you can add an Addams Family signature Chime tone to your Ring to celebrate the new The Addams Family movie coming out on October, 11.

Smart Home News         April 21, 2022

Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera review: Great camera, price

Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera is just one device, but it does the job of three. Here's everything you need to know about this fantastic security camera light.

Reviews         April 21, 2022

EufyCam 2 Pro review: A wireless outdoor cam that lasts all year

In this EufyCam 2 Pro review we take a look at the video quality and features. This security camera includes a siren, night vision, and more, but does it wow?

Reviews         April 21, 2022

Arlo Video Doorbell Review: Nothing fishy about this camera

The Arlo Video Doorbell is a slim, no-fuss smart video doorbell. It has a video camera you can use to catch porch pirates, motion detection, and more.

Smart Home         April 21, 2022

Amazon cuts prices of Levoit air purifiers up to $75 for Black Friday

If you're looking for a way to clean up your home's air this holiday season, and the rest of the year, Levoit is offering up to 25% off its home air purifiers and humidifiers. The machines clean pet dander, odors, smoke, mold, and more. Here are the details on all of the deals.

Smart Home         April 21, 2022

The best tent heaters

For the best performance for your next camping trip we've rounded up the best tent heaters out there. These heaters will keep you toasty and cover a wide range of needs.

Products         April 21, 2022

How to unblock someone on Facebook

Decided that blocking that one person on Facebook isn't necessary anymore? Regardless of why, undoing it isn't hard. Here's how to unblock someone on Facebook.

Mobile         February 3, 2022

How to use Facebook Messenger without a Facebook account

Thankfully, it's pretty easy to use Facebook Messenger without going all in on the social network. Here's how to use Messenger without a Facebook account.

Mobile         January 1, 2022

How to delete Snapchat messages

If you've ever sent a message to someone and wish you could delete it, Snapchat has a feature you'll like.

Mobile         December 10, 2021

How to repost on Instagram

Have you ever seen a cool picture on Instagram and wanted to share it with your friends, family, and followers? There are two simple workarounds you can use.

Mobile         December 10, 2021

Molekule’s new Air Mini purifier cleans the air with light

The new Molekule Air Mini is only 12 inches high and weighs just over seven pounds. Though it is small for an air purifying system, it can clean air in up to 250 square feet of space every 60 minutes and can remove viruses, allergens, mold and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the air.

Smart Home News         June 29, 2021

New research finds that smart speakers can be compromised by lasers

A new study about the vulnerabilities of smart speakers, like Amazon Echo, Apple Home Pod, and Google Home, has been released. All the researchers at the University of Michigan and Japan's University of Electro-Communications had to do was shine a special laser on the smart speakers to manipulate them.

Smart Home         June 29, 2021

How to secure your Twitter account

Twitter accounts get hacked on a regular basis, but you can keep your account safer from hackers with just a few easy steps by adjusting specific settings.

Guides         June 29, 2021

Hunter Douglas smart blinds and shades blot out the sun, but come at a cost

Hunter Douglas has unveiled their new Smart Shades using PowerView Motorization. These shades, privacy sheers, blackout curtains, shutters and more are fully automated using the Hunter Douglas PowerView App or voice control with Amazon Alexa, the Google Assistant, Siri or other home hubs and assistants.

Smart Home News         April 27, 2021

How to use Snapchat filters

Snapchat's got a ton of cool features, including filters, lenses, and stickers. Here's how to use them, so you can make your snaps anything you can imagine.

Guides         March 31, 2021

Here are 5 intelligent uses for smart plugs

Smart plugs can make any plug-in device controllable with an app or voice commands. Here are some ideas on how to incorporate smart plugs into your life.

Smart Home Guides         March 28, 2021

GE Appliance’s UltraFresh front-load washers tackle germs and odors

The biggest problem with front load washers is their tendency to stink and for 46% of GE customers, that is their "biggest complaint." GE came up with a solution. After two years of research, the new line of UltraFresh Front Load Washers was created to fix the odor problem with a three-tiered approach.

Smart Home News         February 11, 2021

How to go live on Twitter

Going live isn't just for Instagram and Facebook. You can livestream on Twitter easily and even invite guests to join in on the fun, edit, and share the video.

Mobile         January 8, 2021

How to go from lonely to loved with Facebook’s new dating feature

Facebook Dating isn't a seperate app, it's built right into the site, and may be the next Tinder. The feature will generate a dating profile automatically and match you with other singles looking for love. Want to know how to score a date using this new service? Here's how to use Facebook Dating.

Guides         January 7, 2021

Cyber Monday deal: Save up to 23% on Google Nest cameras and locks

This year's Cyber Monday smart home deals are offering huge savings this week. There have been great deals from Google, including savings on cams and smart locks. From today until December 4, you can get Nest Indoor and Outdoor Cams and Nest x Yale Locks at steep discounts. Here's what's up.

Smart Home         November 11, 2020

Google Nest Mini vs. Amazon Echo Dot: Which Cyber Monday deal is better?

Choosing between a Google Nest Mini and the Amazon Echo Dot can be difficult, especially when there's such great deals on both this Cyber Monday 2019. While they're both small, puck-like smart speakers with built-in assistants, there are some differences that can help you choose the best deal.

Smart Home News         October 28, 2020

Best apps for livestreaming: Stream, connect, and even make money

These streaming apps not only let you livestream to people all over the country, they also have special features like video calling and earning capabilities.

Guides         October 23, 2020

How to opt out of targeted ads on Facebook

Facebook tracks just about everything you do, from what pages you like to what political affiliation you may be. It even tries to guess what race you are. All of this is done so that it can target you with relevant ads. Here's how to opt out of targeted ads on Facebook.

Guides         August 5, 2020

EufyCam 2 Review: Great night sight and a year-long battery

The EufyCam 2 is a smart wireless security camera that supports Google Assistant, Alexa and Apple Homekit. It can even enhance video when a person is detected.

Smart Home         July 17, 2020

Sanitize on a whole new level with these over-the-top germ -fighting gadgets

Tech companies have come up with some extravagant smart home gadgets in the war to be rid of harmful viruses and bacteria. Here are some of the most outlandish.

Smart Home News         July 16, 2020

How to cancel Pandora Premium

Figuring out how to cancel Pandora Premium can be confusing, because how you cancel it all depends on how you signed up in the first place. Just a few possible ways include iTunes, Google Play, Roku and the Amazon Appstore. Once you remember where you got it, canceling your account is easy.

Guides         June 24, 2020

Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus Review: Coasting on success

The Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus gives you a lot of control over how it detects what's around it, but it's missing a few things that its competitors have aced.

Reviews         May 12, 2020