Smart Home
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Philips Hue smart lights see big discounts during Prime Day
During Amazon Prime Day 2026, Philips Hue smart lighting gear sees discounts up to 48% off.

Verge Readers Buy Niche Gadgets During Prime Day
During Prime Day, Verge readers are spending $168 on a camera-equipped bird feeder that identifies species, according to The Verge .

Amazon Prime Day Deals: Best Offers Available
On the second day of Prime Day, Amazon's Echo Show 11 is available for $149.

Philips Hue launches wired modules to control non-smart lights
Philips Hue, a leader in smart bulbs, has launched a wired module starting at €44.

SwitchBot Fan Review: Battery Life Falls Short of Claims
With all features maximized, the SwitchBot Standing Circulator Fan’s battery dies in just 1 hour and 45 minutes, a stark contrast to its advertised 'up to 28 hours' of cordless operation, according to

Amazon Echo Hub Gets AI, Customizable Looks in Free Update
Imagine asking your smart home hub, "Show me when the dog got on the couch yesterday," and instantly viewing a relevant video clip.

Memorial Day deals under $50 unlock smart home, audio, software
Microsoft Visual Studio Professional 2022 for Windows costs just $20, a 95% discount saving $479 on a powerful development tool, according to Cnet .

Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro JBL-tuned drops to $134.99
For just $134.99, the Govee Table Lamp 2 Pro, featuring 210 individually controllable LEDs and a JBL-tuned speaker, is now available at its lowest price ever, a $45 markdown. Govee is offering the Mat

Smart home device costs are rising, impacting owner budgets
Google Nest's top-tier subscription has surged from $120 in 2021 to $200 annually, according to Theverge .

Smart bins surge in US kitchen trash can trends, defying low-tech expectations
Last year, over 1.5 million smart kitchen trash cans, complete with voice control and automatic sealing, landed in U.S. homes. This market segment barely existed five years ago, showing a rapid evolut