This doorbell camera covers all the basics and then some, offering excellent resolution and a very wide field of view; plus, plenty of features for those who want to tinker. Remember when Ring ...

Clunky, limited support for third-party devices makes this “universal” remote appropriate only for smart home dwellers who are deep in the SwitchBot ecosystem, while Matter support depends on Apple ...

Broadcasters want you to know they’re not out to kill over-the-air DVR. The industry group A3SA, which is in charge of digital rights management (DRM) for ATSC 3.0, released a specification this week ...

For a cable box replacement, the Xumo Stream Box could be better at doing cable things. With the Xumo Stream Box, Comcast and Spectrum are leaving clunky cable boxes behind, with mixed results. This ...

Philips’ entry-level electronic deadbolt lacks any wireless features, but it’s better than the average dumb lock and it doesn’t cost much. Philips makes a vast range of smart home gear, but it only ...

A couple weeks ago, we celebrated the best streaming developments of 2023 with our annual cord-cutter awards, and I mentioned wanting to wind down the year on a positive note. But now, I’ve decided to ...

While most streaming devices display artwork and photos when you’re not using them, Amazon has found a more lucrative use for that screen space. With “Sponsored Screensavers,” Amazon starts showing ...

It’s been more than five years since I first asked whether ATSC 3.0, aka NextGen TV, would spell doom for over-the-air DVR. The answers are coming in now, and they’re not encouraging. The latest ...

The KestrelMet 6000 isn’t for casual weather observers, but hardcore weather enthusiasts should Consider it the home weather station of choice. Weather enthusiasts take note. There’s a new standard in ...

Even if you’re not ready to cut the cable TV cord, there’s still a simple way to reduce your monthly TV bill. The trick is to use your TV provider’s free streaming apps in place of traditional set-top ...

Withings’s Body Scan has outpaced rivals to the point where it has no competition, but the huge amount of information it delivers might be overwhelming for some users. Withings’ latest flagship smart ...

The Fluance RT81 is a high-quality, entry-level turntable that sounds great out of the box. You can upgrade its cartridge and pre-amp with higher-end components down ...