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Helping you get the most from your home, inside and out.
5 ways to know you're buying an energy-efficient house
Save the Earth and save money with these home features.
Best grills of 2021
Turn up the heat! Your sizzling steak nights just got a lot tastier, thanks to these top-rated grills.
Nuke your Alexa smart home to get rid of 'ghost' devices
Renaming a bunch of your smart home devices without updating Alexa will make a mess of things, but you can use this trick to update them all at once.
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Best gas grills of 2021: Weber, Char-Broil and more
Best mesh routers for 2021: Asus, Orbi, Eero, Google Nest and more
Small nuclear reactors could be the future of energy
The best meat delivery in 2021: Snake River Farms, Omaha Steaks, Rastelli's and more
5 things you need to know before installing smart light switches
Your smart thermostat can save you money. Here's how
Best cordless vacuum of 2021: Tineco, Dyson, Moosoo, Shark, Samsung, LG and more
The amazing ceiling fan trick you need to try this winter
Amazon Echo essentials: 34 useful tips to get the most from Alexa
A 22-piece set of Pyrex glass containers is $29 today (save $43)
Best wireless home security cameras on the market in 2021
California outlaws future sales of gas leaf blowers and lawn mowers. What to know about the new rule
Best video doorbell cameras for 2021: Ring, Nest, Arlo and more
Need an air fryer? Here are the best of the best
What is Starlink? Elon Musk's satellite internet venture explained
The 50 most useful Alexa skills for your Amazon Echo
Need a good laugh? Here's the 55 funniest things to ask Alexa
FTC calls out internet providers for amassing user browsing data
Home Security
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Best home security cameras of 2021
Whether you're looking for indoor or outdoor security cameras, these are the best devices on the market now.
Best wireless home security cameras on the market in 2021
Outdoor cameras are invaluable for home security -- but wiring them can be a massive pain. We've got the solution.
Best video doorbell cameras for 2021: Ring, Nest, Arlo and more
Video doorbells are evolving and getting smarter every year, so we've tested the best of the best video doorbell cameras to help you decide which is right for your home.
Best home security system for 2021
Home security is evolving every year and it can be overwhelming to keep up. We've got you covered with our list of the top home security systems available now.
The best indoor home security cameras of 2021
Keep an eye on your kiddos while you're out, or make sure the dog isn't getting into the fridge again with a smart indoor camera.
Home Internet
See allBest mesh routers for 2021: Asus, Orbi, Eero, Google Nest and more
A good mesh router will spread fast, reliable internet speeds throughout your entire home -- and these are the best we've tested.
The best Wi-Fi routers for 2021
Your Wi-Fi router is the unsung hero holding your smart home together. From mesh to gaming to Wi-Fi 6, these are the best we've tested.
What is Starlink? Elon Musk's satellite internet venture explained
The billionaire SpaceX CEO is launching satellites into orbit and promising to deliver high-speed broadband internet to as many people as possible.
Best satellite internet providers of 2021
For many parts of rural America, satellite internet is the only way to get connected. Here are the best options available.
FTC calls out internet providers for amassing user browsing data
Six major ISPs collect far more user data than consumers realize, the FTC warns, including data that groups those consumers by race and sexual orientation.
Smart Home
See allAmazon Echo essentials: 34 useful tips to get the most from Alexa
Don't forget about these convenient Alexa features.
The 50 most useful Alexa skills for your Amazon Echo
There are more than 70,000 Alexa skill. We've broken down the best 50 for you to try.
DIY scratched screen repair: Magic and myths
Scratched your screen? Don't worry. There are a few DIY ways to make your screen look better in a snap. There are also a few tricks you should avoid.
Need a good laugh? Here's the 55 funniest things to ask Alexa
Bring out Alexa's sense of humor with these fun jokes and trivia facts.
The best Alexa devices of 2021
The Alexa landscape is vast and overwhelming, so here's a simple breakdown of the top Alexa devices to buy today.
Kitchen & Household
See allThe best meat delivery in 2021: Snake River Farms, Omaha Steaks, Rastelli's and more
A delivery of choice meats is #summergoals and these easy online butchers make it a total breeze.
Best cordless vacuum of 2021: Tineco, Dyson, Moosoo, Shark, Samsung, LG and more
To find out which cordless vacuum is the best for you we tested popular models from Tineco, Dyson, Moosoo, Shark, LG, Samsung and others.
Best office chair of 2021
If your office chair is causing you pain, it might be time for an upgrade.
A 22-piece set of Pyrex glass containers is $29 today (save $43)
Sometimes you've gotta start from scratch with kitchen storage. Now is that time.
Need an air fryer? Here are the best of the best
We tested a few popular models to find the best overall oven, best budget air fryer, small air fryer and more.
Yard & Outdoors
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Upgrade your yard lighting to LED the smart way. Here's how
Keep your current garden lights, but change the bulbs.
California outlaws future sales of gas leaf blowers and lawn mowers. What to know about the new rule
By 2024, new gas-powered leaf blowers and lawn mowers won't be sold in California.
Best fire pit to buy in 2021
We tested a group of popular fire pits from Breeo, Solo Stove, BioLite, Tiki and others. Here are the best of the best.
These are the best coolers you can buy
If you want frosty drinks on hand for outdoor gatherings this summer, you'll need a reliable cooler to hold the cold. Here are our top picks.
How to use your leaf blower each season of the year
Leaf blowers are for more than clearing leaves this fall season. Here's how to use your blower all year round.
Energy & Utilities
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Winter home prep: How to use and maintain your humidifier
Cold weather brings dry air. Here's how a humidifier can help.
Your smart thermostat can save you money. Here's how
Smart thermostats are most than just convenient. They help you use less energy and save you money over time.
5 signs you need a new furnace
Is it time for a new furnace, or can yours hang on a little longer?
Small nuclear reactors could be the future of energy
Small modular reactors could make nuclear power much more common. NuScale Power is the first company to have its SMR design approved by the US government.
5 things you need to know before installing smart light switches
Smart lighting is a great place to start when building your smart home. But you should know these four things before purchasing smart switches.
