How Robot Vacuums Work and What It Means for You
Discover the technology behind robot vacuums, from LiDAR mapping to obstacle detection, and what it means for your home.
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iRobot Breaks From Spec Wars With Dual Bot Concept
What happens when one robot vacuum becomes two specialized cleaners instead of one compromise machine?
IKEA's New Smart Cabinet Light Driver Adds Matter Support
IKEA launches Dubbelkisel driver with Matter compatibility for integrated cabinet lights, enabling full smart home integration at $20.
Roomba Duo Prototype Pairs Two Robots for Smarter Cleaning
iRobot's new dual-robot system tackles large spaces and tight corners with one integrated machine. Here's what shoppers need to know.
DJI Romo 2 Prioritizes Privacy in New Robot Vacuum
Second-gen robot vacuum adds offline mode and advanced obstacle avoidance after original security concerns.
DJI's New Robot Vacuums Prioritize Home Privacy
DJI adds privacy controls to its latest robot vacuums, keeping home footage off the cloud.
Anker's New Local AI Hub Changes Smart Home Security
Anker launches MindBase AI hub that keeps all smart home processing local. Learn what this means for your privacy and wallet.
Philips Hue Camera Screen Sync Changes the Game
No HDMI box required. Philips Hue's new camera syncs lights with any TV source.
Shelly Camera Ditches Subscription Requirements
A $49.99 security camera that works without forced monthly fees is changing how shoppers think about smart home costs.
Shelly's $50 Camera Eliminates Monthly Fees
Budget-friendly smart camera with no subscription required, local storage options, and ecosystem integration.
Labor Day Home Security Upgrades for Smarter Living
Discover the latest smart home security options perfect for upgrading your property this Labor Day weekend.
Philips Hue Nanoleaf Integration Nearly Confirmed
Leaked documentation reveals Philips Hue will support Nanoleaf lights through a new Wall Light Module, unifying control.
Philips Hue Module Bridges Nanoleaf Integration Next Week
Philips is adding a new adapter that lets Nanoleaf lights work with the Hue app starting this September.
Apple Smart Home Expansion: New Devices and AI Coming Soon
Apple is finally taking smart home seriously with new displays, cameras, and upgraded speakers powered by AI.
Lutron Caseta Now Adds Voice Control for Smart Homes
Lutron just made controlling your lights and shades hands free with Sonos voice integration.