How to go live on Facebook

Facebook Live makes it easier than ever to stream live video from your mobile device. Here's how to go live on Facebook and share your message with the world.

Android         April 18, 2020

How to use a Google Play gift card

Got a Google Play gift card? When you apply the card to your Google Play account, it adds to your balance so you can buy music, movies, and other digital content found in the Google Play Store. Applying it to your account takes less than a solid minute. Here's how to use a Google Play gift card.

Mobile         March 27, 2020

The best dating sites for 2019

Finding love is anything but easy. No worries. There are dozens of sites online to hook you up with "The One." With so many site options, though, diving into the deep end can be daunting. Luckily, we're here to help. Check out our finds for the best online dating sites.

Guides         March 16, 2020

How to save Instagram videos

Wish you could save your favorite Instagram videos to watch over and over again? We know it's easy to screenshot your favorite Instagram photos, but saving a video can be a little more complicated. Here are six simple ways to save videos from Instagram onto your phone or computer.

Computing         February 28, 2020

Wyze Lock Review: A budget smart lock without the fuss

With the Wyze Lock ($90) you get to keep your keys and your deadbolt. It screws on to what you already have to offer smart lock features in a few minutes.

Reviews         February 25, 2020

Weird smart home gadgets of CES 2020: Toilet paper robots and more

CES 2020 hasn't disappointed when it comes to unveiling new and strange inventions. So far we've seen a robot that will make cleaning up after a toilet session easier, a robot cook named Julia, and a headless cat snuggle pillow. Here's the weirdest stuff we've seen so far and check back for more.

Smart Home News         February 4, 2020

The best social media management tools for small businesses in 2019

Social media is a great way to spread the word about your business, connect with customers and network within your niche. There are some online tools that can help you schedule posts, keep track of engagement and much more. Here's the best social media management tools for small businesses.

Guides         January 27, 2020

The best smart locks of CES 2020: Lockly, August, Kwikset, and more

CES is a treasure trove when it comes to smart home devices -- and smart locks are no exception. This year's best locks include offerings from Lockly and BenjiLock, and make use of everything from mobile apps to advanced fingerprint scanners designed to thwart even the most mischevious intruders.

Products         January 14, 2020

Eve Cam is a HomeKit indoor security camera that saves your recordings in iCloud

Apple fans now have an indoor security camera just for them. Eve Systems has released its newest product, the Eve Cam, and it is the first indoor camera made exclusively for Apple HomeKit Secure Video. With the new Eve Cam, you can see video right on your iPhone's lock screen.

Smart Home News         January 14, 2020

August and Yale smart locks ditch the bridge, new storage solutions at CES 2020

August and Yale are breaking out some new devices of their own at CES 2020 this year. The companies hope to make home security just a little smarter and easier with the introduction of two new locks and a new smart storage product line that includes boxes that you can lock and unlock with your phone.

Smart Home News         January 8, 2020

How to follow someone on Pinterest

You've signed up and are ready to fall down the Pinterest rabbit hole. Your first step is to follow your friends and favorite influencers so your feed is full of awesome, interesting stuff you love. There are a few ways to do it. Here's how to follow someone on Pinterest using the app or the website.

Guides         December 22, 2019

You can finally make Duo calls with Google Home smart speakers

You can now make Google Duo calls with Google Home speakers. Duo works with display devices like Google Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max in all countries and languages where Nest Hub and Nest Hub Max are sold, and on smart speakers like Google Home, Home Max, Home Mini. You can call speakers in your home, too.

Smart Home News         December 21, 2019

What is a DSLR camera and how is it different from mirrorless?

So, you've heard the term and discovered all of the gadgets that go along with one, but what exactly is a DSLR camera and what sets it apart from mirrorless and point-and-shoot cameras? We answer that and so much and more in our thorough guide on digital single-lens reflex cameras.

Guides         December 20, 2019

More than 800,000 Apple Podcasts are now available on Echo devices

Got an Alexa device and love podcasts? The two have come together and now you can stream over 800,000 Apple Podcast shows through Alexa devices like Echo Dot, Echo Plus and Echo Spot . Access includes popular shows like Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend, The Daily, Business Wars podcasts, and more.

Smart Home News         December 13, 2019

Ikea’s smart blinds won’t work with Apple’s HomeKit until ‘early’ in 2020

If you were planning on buying Fyrtur Smart Blinds from Ikea, or you've already installed them in your home, we have some bad news if you have Apple's HomeKit. These smart blackout roller-style blinds won't be compatible with HomeKit until some time in early 2020.

Smart Home News         December 9, 2019

Shades of Big Brother? Study finds smart TVs are keeping tabs on us

Turns out that our televisions may be watching us, too. A study by Princeton University found that internet-connected TVs have data trackers that collect things such as your location, what type of device you have, Wi-Fi network, and advertising ID. Another study shows that this isn't uncommon.

Smart Home News         December 6, 2019

Get a free Echo Dot and $25 off Blink XT2 security camera for Cyber Monday

Cyber Monday is showing up this year with some fantastic sales so far, including great deals on security cameras. One particularly awesome deal can be found on Amazon for the Blink Home Security camera, the Blink XT2 Camera. You save $25 and it's bundled with a free third-generation Echo Dot.

Smart Home News         December 2, 2019

Save More than $100 on crafting goods With Cricut Black Friday Deals

Cricut, a favorite of the crafting world, has plenty of great deals for Black Friday. These deals will get you cutting, T-shirt making, drawing, and pressing for less. One of the best deals includes over $100 off a Cricut Explore Air 2 Mint. Check out these amazing deals on Amazon and Cricut.com.

Smart Home         November 29, 2019

You can now use voice control for Sling TV on Google Nest devices

Sling TV allows you to watch your favorite shows live or stream them using your television, phone, or tablet. Until now, though, you couldn't use your voice to control the service. Now you can. Google has announced that you can use voice commands and watch Sling using your Google Nest devices.

Smart Home News         November 20, 2019

How to change your Snapchat username

We've all been there. You're setting up a new account and just type in whatever pops into your head as a username. Then, later on, you realize that was a mistake. If that's happened to you on Snapchat, here's how to change your Snapchat username ... and an easy alternative.

Mobile         November 18, 2019

Ring Indoor Cam Review: It comes up short

The Ring Indoor Cam is one of the tiniest smart cameras on the market at only 1.81 in. x 1.81 in. x 2.95 in. (46 mm x 46 mm x 75 mm). That's smaller than a can of soda. It almost looks like a toy, but don't let its appearance fool you. There's some good stuff crammed into that small package.

Reviews         November 18, 2019

Here’s how to return Amazon merchandise to Kohl’s stores

Dislike having to box up an Amazon return and then lugging it to the post office or FedEx for a return? Now you can just take your item directly to a Kohl's store to have them do the boxing and shipping. All you need is a QR code. Here's how.

Smart Home Guides         November 5, 2019

Meet Miko 2, an adorable robot for kids that’s coming to North America

A bestselling, cute educational robot has been hanging out in Asia for the last four years, and now it's coming to North America, just in time for the holiday season. Miko 2 combines conversational, play-based learning using stories, quizzes and fun facts in a type of smart hub for kids.

Smart Home News         October 29, 2019

Finally, stereo speaker pairing comes to the Google Home and Home Mini

At first, only Google Home Max could pair with stereo speakers, and then Google added the Nest Mini. Over the weekend, though, Android Police discovered that now you can pair your stereo speaker system with Google Home and Google Home Mini speakers, too. Here's what you need to know and how to set it up.

Smart Home News         October 29, 2019

Alexa can now set sleep timers to simulate a sunrise using your smart lights

If you have Alexa-compatible smart lights and live in the U.S., you just got some new features that will be rolling out this week. You can set up wake-up lights or sleep timers and create new Alexa Routines to dim or brighten over a certain stretch of time, just like sunsets and sunrises.

Smart Home News         October 29, 2019

Wink on life support: Company is running out of funds

Will.i.am's a tech company i.am+ and its smart home hub, Wink, aren't doing well at the moment. In fact, they may be out of business soon. Employees reportedly aren't being paid, customer service is silent, Wink Hub are having problems, and the company seems to owe a lot of overdue taxes.

Smart Home News         October 28, 2019

You may be able to ask Amazon Alexa about your bills soon

Amazon announced that they will be partnering with the payment network Paymentus to make keeping track of bills easier with a new Alexa feature. While you won't be able to pay your bills with Alexa, you can use the new skill to ask about the status of your bills, such as whether they are past due. 

Smart Home News         October 28, 2019

A filing for the Ring Video Doorbell 3 makes its way to the FCC

It looks like the Ring Video Doorbell 3 is coming soon, since the company recently created an FCC filing. How soon? If this new timeline is anything like the one for the Ring Video Doorbell 2, that could mean that we could be getting the third generation in just a few month's time.

Smart Home News         October 25, 2019

Get the Wyze Smart Home Starter Pack and $15 gift card for $99

Merry Wyze Day 2019, everyone. If you've been needing a good reason to finally start automating your home, then you're in luck. On October 24 only, you can get the Wyze Smart Home Starter Pack for just $99. That's $10 off. Plus you'll get a free $15 Wyze Day gift card.

Smart Home News         October 24, 2019

Pani’s smart home water monitor is the Fitbit of water usage

Pani, a company focused on smart home water technology, announced the new Pani Smart Water Monitor today.  This water monitor is a smart device that attaches to a faucet, shower, or toilet. Then, it records water usage, checks for leaks, and sends real-time reports to an app.

Smart Home News         October 23, 2019

No need to get down and dirty cleaning your toilet with Shine Bathroom Assistant

If you hate polishing the porcelain throne, then there's good news. Shine Bathroom Assistant, the automated toilet cleaning and maintenance bot, is now a thing. The device can clean the toilet bowl when it's dirty or tell you how to fix any toilet malfunctions that may arise. It is even Alexa compatible.

Smart Home News         October 22, 2019

SwitchBot is the Chromecast of smart curtains

Starting today, October 22, you can get the SwitchBot Curtain through its Kickstarter campaign. The Switchbot Curtain is a motorized device you can attach to your curtains in minutes to make them become smart curtains. Once installed, you can use voice commands or an app to open and close your curtains.

Smart Home News         October 22, 2019

Don’t be fooled if your smart speaker asks for your password

Recently, Security Research Labs (SRLabs), a hacking research group and think tank based in Germany, found that Alexa and Google Home expose users to phishing and eavesdropping due to third-party skills and apps. This exploit uses the speaker's own voice recognition technology to gather data.

Smart Home News         October 21, 2019

Nest Hello adds spooky chimes to greet trick-or-treaters this Halloween

Nest Hello users will get some fun Halloween sounds for their doorbell, starting Monday, October 21. You can change the tone of your doorbell to the sounds of a cackling witch, vampire, monster, or ghost to surprise guests, or to crank up the spooky mood on Halloween night for trick-or-treaters.

Smart Home News         October 21, 2019