Eve’s new Matter thermostat has me rethinking my Nest loyalty
Eve’s new Matter based thermostat avoids the cloud entirely, offering local control, no subscriptions, and a refreshing alternative for smart home users tired of Nest.
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Lutron brings smart wood blinds to Caséta, letting sunlight do the thinking for you
Lutron’s new Caséta smart wood blinds use real basswood and automatic sun tracking to balance light, glare, and privacy without manual adjustments.
Baseus turns CES 2026 into a showcase for charging, audio, and smart security
Baseus is using CES 2026 to show it wants to be more than just a charging brand. With new PicoGo power products smarter audio in the Inspire and Bowie lines and AI driven home and vehicle security Baseus is making a case for becoming part of everyday tech life.
GoveeLife announces Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro
GoveeLife introduces the Smart Nugget Ice Maker Pro at CES 2026, promising fast production quieter operation through AI NoiseGuard and smart app control for modern kitchens.
GE Profile smart refrigerator aims to simplify groceries and dinner planning
GE Profile is turning the refrigerator into a planning tool with barcode scanning, shared grocery lists, and features designed to reduce dinner stress.
Samsung is putting Google Gemini AI into your refrigerator, whether you need it or not
Samsung is taking AI out of phones and laptops and placing it directly into the kitchen. At CES 2026, the company plans to unveil refrigerators and other appliances powered by Google Gemini, using cameras and cloud intelligence to track food, manage inventory, and suggest actions. While some design upgrades solve real problems, the deeper push toward cloud based AI inside everyday appliances raises new questions about control, longevity, and whether consumers actually want this level of intelligence watching what they eat.
Wyze Window Cam brings enhanced color night vision and simple indoor mounting to home security
Wyze’s new Window Cam delivers outdoor-style security from inside your home, offering enhanced color night vision, simple stick-on mounting, and local recording.
GE Lighting brings year-round creativity outdoors with new Cync smart light refresh
GE Lighting introduces refreshed Cync outdoor smart lights with shapeable strips and new eave lights for creative, year-round illumination.
Shark PowerDetect ThermaCharged 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop promises a cleaner, drier, and smarter home
Shark’s latest robot vacuum uses heat to sanitize its mop pad between runs, combining powerful suction, smart navigation, and a self-cleaning base.
Wyze Battery Video Doorbell debuts with wide 150° view, six-month battery life, and smart home support
Wyze’s new Battery Video Doorbell delivers wire-free setup, six months of power, and smart features for affordable home security.
Shark TurboBlade Cool + Heat combines fan and heater for year-round comfort
Shark is back with TurboBlade Cool + Heat, a $399 2-in-1 fan and heater that combines bladeless cooling and 1500W heating in one sleek design.
Arlo debuts new AI-powered smart home security cameras
Arlo has introduced new AI-powered home security cameras across its Essential, Pro, and Ultra lines, including the first Essential Pan Tilt models.