Hands-free home security is here, thanks to ADT and Google — but it’ll cost you
The base is the hub of the ADT Plus system. My front door unlocks automatically as I walk up to it, and the home security system disarms itself – no…
The best doorbell cameras
With a smart video doorbell, your front door’s communication skills go from 1980s landline to a modern smartphone. Combining a motion-activated camera with a microphone, speaker, and buzzer, a doorbell…
The best budget robot vacuums
Today’s robot vacuums are becoming a bit like cars: with all the features, upgrades, and fancy trimmings available these days, it’s easy to forget that they can just be simple…
Fall into smarter lighting
Smart lighting is one of the most useful and enjoyable smart home upgrades you can make. The convenience of turning lights on and off with a voice command or having…
The best robot vacuums we’ve tested for 2025
Robot vacuums are impressive devices that will clean your floors well and — thanks to bigger batteries and better robot brains — rarely get tired of doing their job. Over…
I tested 30 smart locks, and these are the best
A smart lock is an easy solution to some common problems. Locked yourself out? Need to let a friend in to water the plants? Your latchkey kid lost their key?…
The best robot vacuum and mop to buy right now
Robot vacuums that can both mop and sweep your floors have improved significantly in recent years. While they are still not as effective as good ol’ manual labor, if you…