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Latest Smart Home Security Stories
Deal
Bundle deal! Ring Battery Doorbell and Outdoor Cam Plus (44% off)
These two devices are normally valued at $179.99, but you can now snag this bundle for just $99.99 on Amazon. Sweet!By Gabriela Vatu6 days ago
Reviews
BotsLab 4-Cam W510 System review: This security package doesn’t deliver
The BotsLab W510 System tempts with a bundle of four 4K wireless cameras and a base station with local storage for less than $400. It’s no bargain.By Christopher Null1 week ago
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Why Ring's Super Bowl ad hits so sinister
Ring's Super Bowl spot for Search Party, an AI-powered feature that can help locate lost pets, aimed for heartwarming. It hit sinister instead.By Ben Patterson1 week ago
Deal
Tapo's 1440p Wi-Fi security cam is 42% off! Grab it now for $70
Capture everything around your house with the Tapo C420S1 security cam, now only $69.98 (was $119.99) on Amazon!By Gabriela Vatu1 week ago
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14 smart home gadgets that cost less than $100
You don’t need to spend a lot to enjoy the security and convenience a smart home can deliver, especially if you rely on Wi-Fi instead of a smart home hub.By James Barber and Michael Brown1 week ago
Deal
Was $80, now $55: Grab Ring's outdoor security cam for 31% off
The battery-powered Ring Outdoor Cam is perfect for smart home newbies, especially with its stick-up mounting option.By Gabriela Vatu2 weeks ago
News
Ikea’s Matter woes spotlight smart home’s biggest headache
Unable to connect? It’s a problem smart home users know all too well.By Ben Patterson2 weeks ago
News
DIY smart home platform Home Assistant gets a pretty makeover
A recent update for the self-hosted Home Assistant swaps out the older, clunkier Overview dashboard with a gorgeous new version.By Ben Patterson2 weeks ago
Latest Streaming Stories
News
GeForce Now game streaming comes to Amazon Fire TV devices
Unfortunately, it's just three Fire TV Stick models so far, and it's limited to 1080p and 60 FPS performance.By Michael Crider6 days ago
News
'The Walking Dead’ costs more to stream now
AMC+ is teeing up another price hike, meaning you’ll need to pay extra for the various “Walking Dead” shows, including the "Dead City" and "Daryl Dixon" spinoffs.By Ben Patterson6 days ago
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Netflix gift cards have a catch: You can't cancel them
If you cancel Netflix while paying by gift card, you'll still get charged every month until the card runs out.By Jared Newman6 days ago
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Best 5 VPNs for streaming Netflix and other services
These VPNs will help you avoid content restrictions and give you access to your favorite streaming services like Netflix from anywhere in the world.By Sam Singleton1 week ago
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Gemini gave my Plex server a checkup. Its diagnosis surprised me
I let Gemini give my Plex media setup a once-over, and it spotted an issue I’d completely overlooked.By Ben Patterson1 week ago
News
Good luck finding a Walmart Google TV player in stock
Walmart’s popular and affordable Onn-branded Google TV players are almost impossible to find in stores right now.By Ben Patterson1 week ago
News
YouTube TV's skinny bundles: Here's how much they'll cost
We’re finally getting specifics about YouTube TV’s cheaper genre-focused plans, including sports, entertainment, and news bundles.By Ben Patterson1 week ago
Feature
It's 2026 Winter Olympics time: These are the best ways to watch
Presenting all your best options for watching televised coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.By Michael Ansaldo2 weeks ago
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Wi-Fi routers are expected to explode in price due to RAM shortage
Memory now accounts for 20 percent of the total cost of a Wi-Fi router, up from 3 percent. Market analysts think that number will keep rising.By Hans-Christian Dirscherl1 day ago
Deal
Bundle deal! Ring Battery Doorbell and Outdoor Cam Plus (44% off)
These two devices are normally valued at $179.99, but you can now snag this bundle for just $99.99 on Amazon. Sweet!By Gabriela Vatu6 days ago
News
GeForce Now game streaming comes to Amazon Fire TV devices
Unfortunately, it's just three Fire TV Stick models so far, and it's limited to 1080p and 60 FPS performance.By Michael Crider6 days ago
News
'The Walking Dead’ costs more to stream now
AMC+ is teeing up another price hike, meaning you’ll need to pay extra for the various “Walking Dead” shows, including the "Dead City" and "Daryl Dixon" spinoffs.By Ben Patterson6 days ago
Cord-Cutter Confidential
Netflix gift cards have a catch: You can't cancel them
If you cancel Netflix while paying by gift card, you'll still get charged every month until the card runs out.By Jared Newman6 days ago
Reviews
BotsLab 4-Cam W510 System review: This security package doesn’t deliver
The BotsLab W510 System tempts with a bundle of four 4K wireless cameras and a base station with local storage for less than $400. It’s no bargain.By Christopher Null1 week ago
Updated
Why Ring's Super Bowl ad hits so sinister
Ring's Super Bowl spot for Search Party, an AI-powered feature that can help locate lost pets, aimed for heartwarming. It hit sinister instead.By Ben Patterson1 week ago
Updated
Best 5 VPNs for streaming Netflix and other services
These VPNs will help you avoid content restrictions and give you access to your favorite streaming services like Netflix from anywhere in the world.By Sam Singleton1 week ago
Feature
Gemini gave my Plex server a checkup. Its diagnosis surprised me
I let Gemini give my Plex media setup a once-over, and it spotted an issue I’d completely overlooked.By Ben Patterson1 week ago
News
Good luck finding a Walmart Google TV player in stock
Walmart’s popular and affordable Onn-branded Google TV players are almost impossible to find in stores right now.By Ben Patterson1 week ago
Deal
Tapo's 1440p Wi-Fi security cam is 42% off! Grab it now for $70
Capture everything around your house with the Tapo C420S1 security cam, now only $69.98 (was $119.99) on Amazon!By Gabriela Vatu1 week ago
News
YouTube TV's skinny bundles: Here's how much they'll cost
We’re finally getting specifics about YouTube TV’s cheaper genre-focused plans, including sports, entertainment, and news bundles.By Ben Patterson1 week ago
Deal
Tired of spotty Wi-Fi at home? This gadget will fix it, now on sale
The TP-Link RE615X Wi-Fi Range Extender fills in dead zones and spotty Wi-Fi spots. Get it for $59.99 on Amazon while you can!By Gabriela Vatu1 week ago
Feature
14 smart home gadgets that cost less than $100
You don’t need to spend a lot to enjoy the security and convenience a smart home can deliver, especially if you rely on Wi-Fi instead of a smart home hub.By James Barber and Michael Brown1 week ago
Deal
Was $80, now $55: Grab Ring's outdoor security cam for 31% off
The battery-powered Ring Outdoor Cam is perfect for smart home newbies, especially with its stick-up mounting option.By Gabriela Vatu2 weeks ago
Feature
It's 2026 Winter Olympics time: These are the best ways to watch
Presenting all your best options for watching televised coverage of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.By Michael Ansaldo2 weeks ago
News
Ikea’s Matter woes spotlight smart home’s biggest headache
Unable to connect? It’s a problem smart home users know all too well.By Ben Patterson2 weeks ago
News
DIY smart home platform Home Assistant gets a pretty makeover
A recent update for the self-hosted Home Assistant swaps out the older, clunkier Overview dashboard with a gorgeous new version.By Ben Patterson2 weeks ago
Cord-Cutter Confidential
FanDuel Sports Network's collapse is great news for baseball fans
MLB will produce and distribute in-market games at least 15 teams in 2026. Here's what it means for you.By Jared Newman2 weeks ago
Reviews
Speediance Gym Monster 2 review: A tiny, tech-boosted home gym
The Speediance Gym Monster 2 promises a full-strength training workout in a minimal amount of space.By Christoph Hoffmann2 weeks ago