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Whether you're looking to humidify your bedroom or your entire house, these high-tech humidifiers can improve your air quality and help you breathe better.

Our collection of smart weight loss tech for your home can help you shed those extra pounds throughout your everyday life -- by making changes that count.

We evaluate the 4th gen Amazon Echo and the new Google Nest Audio smart speakers to find out which device has superior looks, features, and sound quality.

Amazon released a new Alexa device called the Echo Flex. What is the Echo Flex? What can the Echo Flex do? What features does it boast? Is this $25 device a suitable alternative to larger, more expensive Echo speakers? We tested the speaker for two weeks, and here’s our full review of the Echo Flex.

From energy savings to the cost of installation, there is more than just size and space to consider when choosing between a tank vs. tankless water heater.

Want a home security camera, but don't want to spend a ton of cash? No problem. Here are some of the best home security cameras you can buy at prices ranging from $20 to $200. Some of the models on the list can be used outdoors.

Amazon is bringing a bit of that old school gaming feel back with its Echo Buttons -- buttons you actually press, so you can sit down in the same room with someone and play a game together. They can also control your routines. Are Echo Buttons worth it? Here's my hands-on review of Amazon's Echo Buttons.

Have granite countertops? Maybe you're considering installing granite? This guide explains how to clean granite countertops.

Is your goal in life to tell your ceiling fan to start while you lay in your bed? Lutron recently came out with a new smart switch that controls ceiling fans, the Lutron Caseta Fan Speed Control Switch. How does it stack up? Here's a first-hand review of the Lutron Fan Control switch.

Which video home hub is the best? Google Nest Hub Max or Amazon Echo Show? We compare the two smart displays to find out which option is best for your home.

A good rice cooker is an easy and affordable way to make healthy rice at home, without having to turn to your stovetop. Check out our favorite models for 2021.

Increasing your console's storage is easy. Here's everything you need to know, including instructions on how to choose the proper hard drive.

If you're thinking of buying or swapping out your Echo device, the Echo Plus is a solid option. This guide compares the 1st-gen Echo Plus with the 2nd-gen.

Most people love fried foods, but don't love what these fat-filled foods do to their waistlines. Ninja has an air-frying device that also serves as a countertop convection oven, a toaster oven, and a dehydrator. We tested out the small appliance to see how well it performed. Here's how it went.

How does Amazon Prime Now Work? How much does it cost? How do you use the service? A guide to everything you need to know about Amazon's Prime Now service.

Shark vacs are a great home brand. If you’re in the market for a new Shark vacuum, we’ve included our picks for the best Shark vacuums you can buy right now.

At CES 2021, we're seeing vacuums that will be able to clean your home better than ever before. Here are some of the best robot vacuums on display this year.

Ring is one of the most well known names in home security devices. But, their devices can be pricey. Now, they've come out with two new cameras that are much more affordable than their previous offerings. Read about the new Stick Up Cam and the new Ring Indoor Cam.

The evolution of the "smart home" brought with it a window of opportunity for entrepreneurs -- some of which were less than successful.

Amazon and Google both announced new versions of their Dot and Mini speakers. The Amazon Echo Dot with Clock and the Google Nest Mini are two options for those who want a smart speaker but don’t want to spend too much cash. We compare the two devices in our Echo Dot vs. Nest Mini showdown.

Instant Pot is known for making pressure cooking devices that can perform multiple cooking functions all in one pot. But Instant Pot also has an immersion circulator called the Accu Slim, which lets you affordably cook sous vide recipes at home. How does it perform? We tested the device to find out.

iLife’s W400 Floor Washing Robot is purpose-built to do for your hardwood and vinyl floors what a robot vacuum will do for your carpets. It’s different from many other mopping or sweeping robots because it scrubs the floors with clean water and then sucks up the dirty water. How does it stack up? Here’s our review.

Just in time for Earth Day, use these Google Assistant tips and tricks to save energy around your house, and also help keep the Earth clean while you're at it.

You can now use interpreter mode on a Google Home smart speaker, smart display, and on some speakers with Google Home built-in. You can use the mode to help translate conversations, to help you learn a new language, or even to help you out if you’re studying a second language. Here's how to use interpreter mode.

What's the difference between an electric dryer and a gas dryer? How does each dryer work? Which is better? This guide compares gas versus electric dryers.

Slime is a fun do-it-yourself craft for kids and adults. With so many different ways to make slime and so many different types of homemade slime, it's hard to know which recipes are safe and effective. Which slime recipes should you and your kids use, and which should you stay away from? Here we break down all you need to know about making your own slime.

Sold as a pack of two, Echo Buttons are more than just buzzers for trivia games, and there’s a lot you can do with these little buttons when you know all of the ins and outs. We've created a guide to help you get the most out of your buttons. Here are the best tips and tricks for Amazon Echo Buttons.

For those who like to use an Alexa-powered smart display, two options are the Echo Show and the Echo Spot. Since Amazon came out with a more affordable version of the Show, you may be wondering which device is better: The Echo Show or the Echo Spot. We compare two in our Show vs Spot showdown.

Most people are looking to eat better these days, and a good blender can help make healthy eating a little bit easier. We tested out the Breville Super Q Blender, a high-powered commercial grade blender with optional vacuum pump technology. Is it all it's cracked up to be? Here's our first-hand experience.

Kitchen gadgets don't have to be expensive. Here are some of the best devices to be had for under $50, whether you're a rice junkie or a wino.

What’s the difference between Tile Trackers and Apple's AirTag? We break it down in this comparison.

The Instant Pot Max has more cooking functions and features than the Duo and most other Instant Pot models. It's appears to be a more efficient, quality, and luxury Instant Pot. But, is the Max worth the higher price tag? After 80 hours of testing, here are some of the great -- and not-so-great, things about it.

What are the differences between the 4th-generation Amazon Echo and its predecessor, the 3rd-generation Amazon Echo? We break it all down in this guide.

Love your Instant Pot, but wish it could make crunchy foods? Here's our guide to the Instant Pot Air Fryer Lid, which turns a regular Instant Pot into an air fryer.