What is a smart bird feeder?

Trying to decide between buying a smart bird feeder and standard bird feeder? Here's everything you need to know about smart bird feeders to help you decide.

Smart Home Guides         July 31, 2024

How to swim in Animal Crossing: New Horizons

If you're just getting into Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the summer 2020 update introduced swimming. Here's how to swim.

Guides         July 31, 2024

It looks like big changes are coming to the Nest Learning Thermostat

Leaked images reveal a Google Nest Learning Thermostat with a radical redesign and heaps of cool new features.

Smart Home News         July 29, 2024

How to buy Amazon Astro

Amazon Astro isn't available to everyone, but there's still a way to get the robot into your home. Here's how to buy Amazon Astro in 2024.

Smart Home Guides         July 26, 2024

The Echo Dot with Clock has been discontinued

The Echo Dot with Clock is no longer available, with the Echo Spot now serving as Amazon's compact smart speaker with a built-in display.

Smart Home News         July 26, 2024

What’s going on with Amazon Astro in 2024?

With Astro for Business shutting down, has Amazon announced anything new for its original Astro homebot? Here's what's happened so far in 2024.

Smart Home Guides         July 25, 2024

How to reset the Echo Spot

Here's how to reset the Echo Spot and restore its factory settings if you're running into issues or prepping to sell your device,

Smart Home Guides         July 24, 2024

The best Game Boy games of all time

Upon the release of the Game Boy in 1989 we learned that games on the go could be great. Here are the 30 best games for the handheld that started it all.

Guides         July 23, 2024

The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max might be the best robot vacuum for carpet

The Roomba Combo 10 Max is the first robot vacuum from iRobot with a multifunctional dock that can automatically clean and dry its mop.

Smart Home News         July 23, 2024

Echo Spot vs. Echo Show 5: Is the new Echo Spot the better smart device?

The Echo Spot and Echo Show 5 carry similar price tags and offer many of the same features, but there are a handful of key differences. Here's what to know.

Smart Home Guides         July 19, 2024

How to customize the Echo Spot display

The Echo Spot is a highly customizable smart alarm clock. Here's how to adjust the Echo Spot clock face, enable Night Mode, change its color, and more.

Smart Home Guides         July 18, 2024

Echo Spot vs. Echo Pop: Which Amazon device is better for your smart home?

The Echo Spot is much more expensive than the Echo Pop, but does its built-in touchscreen make it the better choice for your home? Here's what to know.

Smart Home Guides         July 17, 2024

Echo Spot vs. Echo Dot (5th Gen): which is the better smart home companion?

The Echo Spot offers many of same features as the Echo Dot (5th Gen), but it also gets you a small touchscreen display. So, which is better for your home?

Smart Home Guides         July 16, 2024

Do you need a Skylight Plus membership to use the Skylight Cal Max?

Skylight Plus isn't required to use the Skylight Cal Max or Skylight Frame, but it unlocks their best features. Here's what to know before signing up.

Smart Home Guides         July 15, 2024

Skylight Cal Max review: a streamlined smart display alternative

If you can stomach the price, the Skylight Cal Max makes it easy to streamline your chores, meal prepping, and upcoming events.

Reviews         July 12, 2024

How to add a family member to your Skylight Cal Max

Here's how to add a family member to your Skylight Cal Max, allowing them to upload their schedule to the digital calendar and edit existing events.

Smart Home Guides         July 11, 2024

Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam vs. Ring Stick Up Cam Plug-In (3rd Gen): Which is better?

There are some key differences between the Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam and Stick Up Cam Plug-In (3rd Gen). Here's what to know before making a purchase.

Smart Home Guides         July 10, 2024

How to send photos to the Skylight Cal Max

Here's how to send photos to your Skylight Cal Max using either the companion mobile app or directly through email.

Smart Home Guides         July 9, 2024

How to control the Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam

Here's how to control the Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam, including tips on rotating the camera with the mobile app and setting up a Home position.

Smart Home Guides         July 8, 2024

Amazon revives the Echo Spot with a new look ahead of Prime Day

The Echo Spot is a smart alarm clock with a small footprint, customizable display, and support for Alexa. It's now available ahead of Prime Day.

Smart Home News         July 8, 2024

Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam review: spinning in circles

The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam nails all the basics, but it does little to push the envelope and deliver a unique experience.

Reviews         July 4, 2024

The latest Philips smart lock can read your palm to open your front door

The Philips Home Access 5000 Series Palm Recognition Smart Lock can be controlled with nothing more than the palm of your hand.

Smart Home News         July 1, 2024

Eureka J20 vs. Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra: Which robot is the better floor cleaner?

The Eureka J20 and Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra employ two very different methods to clean floors, but which is better for your home?

Smart Home Guides         June 28, 2024

The Cync Smart Undercabinet Fixtures bring heaps of functionality to your kitchen

The Cync Smart Undercabinet Fixtures support millions of colors, offer a slim footprint, and can be either hard-wired or plugged into an outlet.

Smart Home News         June 28, 2024

Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam vs. Ring Indoor Cam (2nd Gen): Which is the better security camera?

Should you add the more expensive Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam to your home, or is the more affordable Ring Indoor Cam (2nd Gen) the better option?

Smart Home Guides         June 26, 2024

Echo Show 10 vs. Nest Hub (2nd Gen): which smart display is better for your home?

The Echo Show 10 is larger and more expensive than the Nest Hub (2nd Gen), but is it the better smart display? Here's what to know before making a purchase.

Smart Home Guides         June 25, 2024

How to control the Nanoleaf Matter Outdoor String Lights

Here's a look at all the ways you can control the Nanoleaf Matter Outdoor String Lights, including with its built-in controller, voice commands, and more.

Smart Home Guides         June 24, 2024

Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) vs. Google Nest Hub Max: Which is the better smart display?

The Google Nest Hub (2nd Gen) shares many of the same features as the Google Nest Hub Max, but which is the better smart display?

Smart Home Guides         June 21, 2024

How to use Vacation Mode on an Ecobee smart thermostat

Vacation Mode on an Ecobee smart thermostat allows you to conserve energy while ensuring your home is comfortable when you return. Here's how it works.

Smart Home Guides         June 20, 2024

How to reset the Arlo Pro 4 security camera

Performing a factory reset on the Arlo Pro 4 is simple. Here's how the process works, including steps to reset a camera that's offline.

Smart Home Guides         June 19, 2024

Blink Moments pulls clips from multiple cameras into one comprehensive video

The new feature Blink Moments compiles footage from multiple cameras into one comprehensive video that can be easily viewed in the Blink app.

Smart Home News         June 18, 2024

How to fix a Yale Assure Lock 2 that won’t connect to Apple Home

Trying to fix a Yale Assure Lock 2 that won't connect to Apple Home can be frustrating. Here's how to quickly resolve the issue.

Smart Home Guides         June 17, 2024

Arlo’s new Security Tag lets you arm/disarm your security system with just a tap

The Arlo Security Tag lets you arm or disarm your security system by simply tapping your video doorbell or keypad hub.

Smart Home News         June 13, 2024

Should you buy a new smart lock or retrofit your existing deadbolt?

Smart locks can replace your hardware or fit over existing deadbolts. Both are viable options, but which is best for you? Here's what you need to know.

Smart Home Guides         June 12, 2024