The best smart plugs in 2025

I recently moved and, before I had a chance to set up my smart plugs again, I found myself turning on my living room lamps manually — I sort of hated it. Reaching, twisting and visiting each one lik [...]

Google won't bring new Nest Thermostats to Europe

Google has announced that it will no longer be bringing new Nest Thermostats to Europe due to the "unique" requirements of heating systems in the region. The company launched its redesigned [...]

Google's latest Nest Learning Thermostat is $50 off right now

We’re into the back half of summer already (which may be good or bad news depending on how hot it is where you reside), and it won’t be too long before the weather outside becomes decidedly more f [...]

The 2024 Google Nest Learning Thermostat is $40 off right now

Many of us in the northern hemisphere are contending with the harsh realities of winter and while the weather outside is often awful, at least we can try to be more comfortable when we're home. A [...]

Google's latest Nest Learning Thermostat is $50 off ahead of Memorial Day

Summer is right around the corner, and while it is the perfect season for being outside in the sunshine, there's nothing quite like returning home to a perfectly climate controlled space to cool [...]

Google's new Nest Doorbell and Nest Cams have 2K video and new AI chops

A day after Amazon updated its security cameras, Google followed suit with its competing suite. A trio of new Nest security cams is available starting today. The latest Nest Doorbell and Nest Cams hav [...]

Ecobee’s Smart Thermostat Essential is packed with features but still affordable

Ecobee introduced a new smart thermostat at CES 2025 and it looks pretty nifty. The Smart Thermostat Essential is packed with most of the features found with the $250 premium model, only with a price [...]

The Google TV Streamer 4K is 25 percent off for Black Friday

If you'd rather not spend the money on a brand new TV this year, you can make an old set feel new again with a streaming device. Our favorite streaming device is on sale right now for Black Frida [...]

The Google TV Streamer 4K hits a record-low price before Black Friday

If you'd rather not spend the money on a brand new TV this year, you can make an old set feel new again with a streaming device. Our favorite streaming device is on sale right now ahead of Black [...]