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Masonite's M-Pwr is the front door every smart home needs
On display at the Z-Wave Pavilion at CES, the high-tech door can be purchased from custom installers now and will be available at Home Depot later this year.News
Focal’s Vestia speakers feature tweeters developed for its car audio line
The all-new Vestia line of loudspeakers includes three sizes of floorstanding speakers, a bookshelf speaker, and a center channel.News
Ring has yet another place for you to stick a camera: In your car
The new Ring Car Cam is a dual-facing security camera that mounts to your car’s dashboard, where it can record motion-triggered video and audio even when your automobile is turned off.News
Rachio’s Smart Hose Timer is a hose-based smart sprinkler
On display at CES 2023, this smart valve connects to an outdoor spigot and offers most of the features found in Rachio’s sophisticated sprinkler controller.News
Davis reveals a new smart-home-ready weather station console at CES
The WeatherLink Console is designed to integrate seamlessly with Davis’ Vantage Vue and Vantage Pro2 weather stations.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Why Roku is making its own smart TVs
Roku will release its own smart TVs this spring. Here's why that makes sense for Roku.News
Samsung updates its M8 smart monitor line with a 27-inch model
A smaller version of the 32-inch M8 sits easier on your desktop and both versions now pivot and sport a higher resolution webcam.News
TCL's 2023 soundbars will offer 3D audio and room calibration
Unveiled at CES, TCL’s new soundbars boast virtualized 3D audio courtesy of DTS Virtual:X.News
Philips Hue lights can now sync with Samsung TVs, for a price
A new—but pricey—Philips Hue app lets you sync your Hue lights with the images on a Samsung TV. Also: A color-capable Hue floodlight just made its debut.News
TCL shows off its new S- and Q-series smart TVs at CES
TCL builds affordable smart TVs, and its 2023 lineup promises high-end features including mini-LED backlights and fast variable refresh rates in its Q-series.News
FluentPet Connect is almost like sign language for cats and dogs
By tapping on buttons embedded in interlocking color-coded pads, your pet can convey simple messages like "treat," "outside," “water,” "stranger," and more.News
Hisense's 2023 TVs bring mini-LEDs to the masses
At CES, Hisense announced it will offer mini-LED backlighting throughout its 2023 lineup, including the affordable U6 series.News
Roku announces plans to sell its own TVs in 2023
And based on the sneak peek we got in December, Roku TVs will offer a bright, sharp picture with excellent image processing.News
Sony won't be announcing any TV news at CES 2023
Sony had no news to share at CES about its TV offerings for 2023, but we expect the company will announce something in the near future.News
GE Profile’s new smart mixer takes the guesswork out of baking
On display at CES this week, the GE Profile Smart Mixer weighs your food to ensure it's mixed right.News
Roborock debuts flagship S8 robot vacuums at CES
The S8 line has improved suction power and a new roller design that's less prone to hair tangles.News
Greenworks steps into the smart home at CES
The maker of battery-powered tools unveiled smart cameras, a video doorbell, and a new robot lawn mower in Las Vegas this week.News
LG's new M-series OLED TV is almost completely wireless
The TV unveiled at CES needs just one cord, for power. Audio and video are beamed to the TV from a cube-shaped box using a proprietary wireless protocol.News
Eve's Matter-certified smart home devices will hit stores in March
The smart home developer says it will be first out of the gate with certified Matter products: The Eve Door and Window sensor, Eve Energy smart plug, and Eve Motion sensor.News
Naim's New Classic line marks the audio brand's 50th year
Naim Audio is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a new streaming preamp, a new version of its celebrated NAP 250 amplifier, and a dedicated power supply.News
Nakamichi unleashes its 11.4.6-channel Dragon soundbar at CES
Equipped with a total of 31 drivers, the Nakamichi Dragon delivers a whopping 21 channels of audio, and it comes with a price tag to match.News
JBL's CES is filled with soundbars, speakers, and headphones
Whether you're a home theater enthusiast, music aficionado, athlete, or gamer, JBL wants you to consider their offerings in 2023.News
Samsung's 2023 TV line includes megabright 8K and micro-LED sets
After a banner 2022, don't expect radical changes this year.News
Samsung hones Q-Symphony with its 2023 soundbars
Samsung's latest soundbars will take a more refined approach to syncing with the speakers of a Samsung TV.News
Nanoleaf's new Matter-enabled sensors learn your lighting habits
Debuting at CES, Nanoleaf's new Sense+ Controls line includes light switches and a nightlight equipped with motion and ambient light sensors.News
CookingPal shows off its Pronto smart pressure cooker at CES
The new appliance joins the hulking Multo all-in-one food prep and cooking appliance that was introduced in 2021.News
Moen shows a Smart Sprinkler Controller with soil sensor at CES
Moen’s new Smart Sprinkler Controller comes with a remote sensor that will monitor your soil’s temperature and moisture content.News
Govee unveils AI-aided screen and music syncing at CES
Govee's AI chip and CogniGlow algorithm are primed to sync your lights with both games and music.News
Aiper’s Seagull Pro pool-cleaning robot can climb walls
The latest model in the Seagull line can scrub a pool’s walls in addition to sucking up dirt and debris from the bottom of a swimming pool.News
Arlo ends support for two cameras, hikes subscription prices
Two of Arlo's older security cameras will lose free cloud access and stop receiving firmware updates in April, while subscription prices will go up for most other users.News
GE Lighting's first Matter-certified lighting products shown at CES
The company also announced the expansion of its Cync Dynamic Effects and Smart Wafer downlight product lines, plus a new partnership with Schlage.News
Check out Kohler's latest smart plumbing products
The midwestern manufacturer will have a big presence on the show floor, but you can read about its new smart toilets, shower systems, and water valves now.News
Meet Dandy, the weed-killing lawn robot
The Dandy DT-01 and Dandy DT01-XL feature artificial intelligence to identify broadleaf weeds in your lawn and zap them with a small dose of herbicide.News
ADT once again changes tack on DIY home security
With the home security giant's new “do-it-with-me” app experience, an ADT tech can walk customers through system and device installations via a video link.News
LG's 2023 TVs promise better processing, increased brightness
With no startling new technologies in the pipeline for 2023, LG promises such features as improved upscaling and mini-LED sets with 1 million shades of gray.News
Samsung leverages SmartThings to build smarter appliances
For Samsung’s Bespoke line of smart home appliances, the focus at CES 2023 is on energy efficiency and connectivity.News
The Evvr Hub is a multi-platform in-wall smart home hub at CES
Shown at CES 2023, the Evvr Hub supports Bluetooth, Z-Wave, Zigbee; plus, an integrated Wi-Fi access point. It's designed to disappear into a home's wall.News
Igloocompany to show 3 new smart padlocks at CES
The keypad-based Igloohome Padlock 2 will be available in consumer and enterprise versions; the new Padlock Lite will open to your fingerprint.News
The incredibly versatile Magnetar Blu-ray player
This uber-versatile device not only plays Blu-ray discs, it can also handle the SACD and DVD-Audio formats, and it can stream media via your home network.News
LG debuts its 2023 smart appliance lineup at CES
A refrigerator with mood lighting, a clothes dryer that doesn't need a vent, and a specialized shoe cleaner are among the highlights.Now Streaming
15 of the best movies to stream right now
A collection of films offering kindness and hope for a better 2023.News
At CES 2023, LG will pull a Samsung with its new soundbars
LG is taking a page out of Samsung’s playbook, with a pair of soundbars that can sync with the speakers on an LG TV.Feature
Apple AirPods Pro versus Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II
Before you plunk down big bucks for high-end earbuds, study up on two top contenders’ most redeeming features and shortcomings.Reviews
Govee's Smart Air Purifier is great for small spaces
Slim, quiet, and smart, this air purifier fits well into Govee's affordable smart home ecosystem.Reviews
SVS Prime Wireless Pro: Audiophile streaming
Best known for its killer subwoofers, SVS is now on its second generation of affordable wireless, powered, hi-fi speakers built for the streaming age.Reviews
The Roborock Q5+ robot vac is self-emptying, but not fully autonomous
3D mapping and cleaning customizations set this mid-priced cleaner apart from similarly priced vacuums, but it requires too much manual intervention.How-To
DTS Play-Fi music streaming: How to get around its limitations
Here’s a troubleshooting guide for music listeners with DTS Play-Fi music-streaming capabilities.News
Apple may have pumped the brakes on its new Home architecture
The update to Apple's Home platform has been so bumpy that Apple has reportedly pulled the option to transition to the new architecture.News
It's official: NFL Sunday Ticket is coming to YouTube in 2023
After more than 20 years with DirectTV, NFL Sunday Ticket will make the jump to YouTube and YouTube TV starting next seasonCord-Cutter Confidential