I ditched Arlo for good and switched to these battery cameras
Ever since late 2022, my main home security camera setup has been a Reolink NVR system. I’m very happy with it. I have cameras set …
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An Echo Show smart display is a must-have upgrade for Alexa fans
Some people find the current state of smart home tech way too overwhelming to bother with. Then, at the other end of the spectrum, we …
Roomba Combo j9+ has everything other iRobot models are missing
I have been testing robot vacuums for about a decade now. In that time, I’ve tried well over 100 different models. If you’ve read my …
Best Ring Video Doorbell deals in June 2024
Ring Video Doorbells are the most popular video doorbell models on the market, and there are plenty of reasons for the brand’s success. Ring offers …
These are the only Roomba vacuums you should consider right now
When it comes to iRobot’s Roomba lineup, two things are certain. First, it would be difficult to argue that Roomba robot vacuums are anything but …
5 smart thermostats under $100 that work with Alexa
When it comes to controlling the HVAC systems in my home, I needed a smart thermostat with Alexa. That’s part of the reason I got …
Narwal Freo X Ultra review: 6 things I love, and 2 big problems
I have personally tested more than 200 different robot vacuums in my time at BGR. Needless to say, it takes a lot to impress me …
The powerful Roborock S8+ robot vacuum does things Roomba can’t
Roborock started as something of a budget brand, but that quickly changed. These days, Roborock is best known for making some of the best and …
Why Blink cameras are my favorite cheap home security cams
Amazon’s Blink home security camera brand is known in the industry for two main things. First, Blink wire-free cameras have the best battery life you …
Echo Show 8 is perfect for people who don’t want to deal with smart home hassles
Amazon’s Echo Show 8 is one of the most popular Alexa devices among our readers. But it’s not just smart home fans who end up …
Google’s Nest Wifi Pro is the blazing-fast mesh upgrade you’ve been waiting for
Google’s Nest Wifi Pro mesh wireless routers are popular for so many reasons. They’re ultra-fast thanks to cutting-edge antenna tech and Wi-Fi 6E support, and …
Why I’m finally upgrading to the Roborock S8 from my trusty old S7
Being a product reviewer and product tester for BGR has plenty of perks. One is that I get to test all the hottest new robot …
After 4 years, this is still my favorite smart lock for any home
Over the past four years, I’ve tested dozens of different smart locks while reviewing products for BGR. There are so many great options out there …
Ecovacs DEEBOT T30S Combo Review
There are hundreds of robot vacuums today. And if you think about it, 20 years ago, robot vacuums didn’t even exist. Now, I’m reviewing a …
eero mesh is the major smart home upgrade that everyone forgets
A smart home is only as good as its weakest link. I remember the early days of smart home tech, when half of my connected …
Blink Mini is the perfect cheap security camera for most people
Plenty of people out there have embraced smart home tech. They have all sorts of web-connected devices around their homes, and they love all the …
With all the other brands out now, are Roomba robot vacuums still worth it in 2024?
Despite how long it has been on the scene, iRobot’s Roomba brand is still among the best of the best in the robot vacuum market. …
Roomba Combo j7+ is a great alternative to the pricey j9+
The Roomba Combo j7+ is easily one of the smartest robot vacuums that iRobot has ever made. It’s a powerful autonomous vacuum and mop that …
iRobot has so many new models, but the Roomba s9+ is still my favorite
It goes without saying that iRobot is obviously one of the biggest names in the robot vacuum market. So many of the company’s Roomba robot …
The Yale Approach might finally let most of us renters have a smart apartment
I have rented for my entire life, and being a technology nerd, renting can cramp your style with all of the restrictions that come with …
This might be the cheapest smart home upgrade you can get
As time goes on, the smart home market seems to get more and more complicated. Isn’t it supposed to be the other way around? The …
How to save money on energy bills with summer weather around the corner
With winter weather now behind us and hot weather right around the corner, there is a simple way to save money on your energy bills …
MyQ smart garage opener has become controversial, but I still recommend it
The MyQ smart garage door opener has become somewhat controversial following Chamberlain’s recent decision to remove most smart home integrations. And yet, most people who …
If you use Arlo security cameras, definitely add a video doorbell to your setup today
The smart home security market is now filled with tons of different brands, and many of them offer great products. When it comes to wire-free …
DEEBOT X1 Omni robot vacuum has a killer feature you still can’t get on Roombas
After what seemed like an eternity of minor iterative updates, the robot vacuum market has finally taken a few big strides in recent years. One …
How Google Nest Cams can make your smart home even smarter
Nest got a huge jump on the smart home market back when it was first emerging. It’s all thanks to the Nest Learning Thermostat, which …
Leviton makes a smart light switch mixed with an Echo Dot, and I’m obsessed
There are so many awesome smart home gadgets out there these days. From smart plugs and smart light bulbs to robots that clean your house. …