I hope Apple builds the AI humanoid robot of my dreams
When I saw the $16,000 Unitree Robotics G1 above, I quickly fantasized about AI humanoid robots of the future. I said I’d love to have …
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Google’s blazing-fast Nest Wifi Pro is the best mesh system you can get right now
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 …
Roomba Combo j7+ is the perfect alternative to the pricey j9+
The Roomba Combo j7+ is easily one of the smartest robot vacuums iRobot has ever made. It’s a powerful autonomous vacuum and mop with all …
iRobot has so many new models, but the Roomba s9+ is still my top pick
It goes without saying that iRobot is one of the biggest names in the robot vacuum market. So many of the company’s Roomba robot vacuums …
Google’s 4th-gen Nest Learning Thermostat leaks ahead of Pixel 9 event
Google will hold its Made by Google press event in a couple of weeks. With four Pixel 9 models in the pipeline, the new phones …
I’m having way too much fun playing with Govee Curtain Lights
Govee makes tons of different smart home products. But some might say that Govee is best known for all the different smart lighting solutions it …
roborock Qrevo Master is like nothing you’ve seen before, and it’s $500 off for Prime Day
There’s a new breed of premium robot vacuum and mop combo devices that has finally breathed some life into the somewhat stagnant market. For years, …
This Blink camera sale has the best smart home deals of Prime Day
Amazon’s big Prime Day sale is underway with so many great deals. And BGR Deals readers have been saving on tons of different popular products. …
eufy Smart Lock C33 is the lock I’ve been searching for, and it’s $99.99 ahead of Prime Day
There are so many great options out there for smart locks if you want a new deadbolt. If all you want is a handle, however, …
Best Ring Video Doorbell deals for July 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 …
Best Echo Dot deals for July 2024
There are Echo Dot deals all the time at Amazon. That is surely a big part of the reason why it’s the single best-selling Alexa …
This mysterious AI-powered device might be Apple’s most exciting new release of 2024
Fans of the Apple TV hardware still have to wait for an upgrade, and if you think you’re getting a TV box that can support …
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 many smart home integrations that users relied on. And …
Narwal Freo X Ultra review: 6 things I love, and 2 big problems
I have personally tested more than 200 different robot vacuums during my time at BGR. Needless to say, it takes a lot to impress me …
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 …
Litter-Robot 4 review: A luxury toilet for your cat
We love our pets, but they can be messy. Cats, of course, are among the cleanest pets to have — they have instincts related to …
Google Nest WiFi is the best mesh wireless system you can get today
The Google Nest WiFi mesh wireless system is among the most popular options out there right now. There are several different configurations available, but the …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …