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Amazon Cyber Monday best deals: Echo, Ring, Fire tablets and more still discounted

Amazon Cyber Monday best deals: Echo, Ring, Fire tablets and more still discounted

You can dive into Amazon's Cyber Monday 2021 now, with the lowest prices you'll find on a range of devices.

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Round-up of every Alexa command you can give your Amazon Echo device

Round-up of every Alexa command you can give your Amazon Echo device

From media controls to coronavirus-related commands to controlling your smart home, Alexa's got you covered.

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Amazon Echo: 6 Alexa features you should turn off on your smart speaker and display now

Amazon Echo: 6 Alexa features you should turn off on your smart speaker and display now

Disable these six features and watch your Amazon Echo work better than ever.

Cyber Monday's top-selling deals are still available at Amazon right now

Cyber Monday's top-selling deals are still available at Amazon right now

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, but it's not too late to buy our CNET readers' favorite deals.

DIY scratched screen repair: Magic and myths

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.

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Best Alexa devices to buy in 2021
Best Alexa devices to buy in 2021

The best Alexa devices of 2021

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Best smart plugs to buy in 2021
Best smart plugs to buy in 2021

Best smart plugs to buy in 2021

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Best smart home devices to buy in 2021
Best smart home devices to buy in 2021

Best smart home devices of 2021

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The best smart garage door opener of 2021
The best smart garage door opener of 2021

Best smart garage door controllers for 2021

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Best smart displays of 2021
Best smart displays of 2021

Best smart displays of 2021

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Best Nest and Google Assistant devices for 2021
Best Nest and Google Assistant devices for 2021

Best Nest and Google Assistant devices of 2021

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The best indoor garden for every type of gardener in 2021
The best indoor garden for every type of gardener in 2021

The best indoor garden for every type of gardener in 2021

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The best outdoor smart home products for spring 2021
The best outdoor smart home products for spring 2021

The best outdoor smart home products for spring 2021

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Best Mother's Day 2021 gifts under $50
Best Mother's Day 2021 gifts under $50

Best Mother's Day 2021 gifts under $50

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Best gifts to give grandparents for 2021, from smart tech to sentimental
Best gifts to give grandparents for 2021, from smart tech to sentimental

Best gifts for grandparents

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America is running out of frozen pizza. Here's where you can order some
America is running out of frozen pizza. Here's where you can order some

America is running out of frozen pizza. Here's where you can order some

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These kitchen gadgets help fight food waste and save money
These kitchen gadgets help fight food waste and save money

These kitchen gadgets help fight food waste and save money

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Best Mother's Day gift ideas for first-time and expecting moms
Best Mother's Day gift ideas for first-time and expecting moms

Best Mother's Day gift ideas for first-time and expecting moms

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Which smart home gadget should you buy first?
Which smart home gadget should you buy first?

Which smart home gadget should you buy first?

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7 surprising smart home gadgets you haven't seen before
7 surprising smart home gadgets you haven't seen before

7 surprising smart home gadgets you haven't seen before

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A complete roundup of Alexa's Easter eggs

Behold, the weird and wild world of Alexa Easter eggs.
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How to set up your new Google Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max

Got a new Google Nest Hub smart display? Get it connected it to your smart home fast with this quick guide.
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Amazon Echo: 6 Alexa features you should turn off on your smart speaker and display now

Disable these six features and watch your Amazon Echo work better than ever.
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Round-up of every Alexa command you can give your Amazon Echo device

From media controls to Coronavirus-related commands, Alexa's got you covered.
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Cyber Monday's top-selling deals are still available at Amazon right now

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, but it's not too late to buy our CNET readers' favorite deals.
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Amazon Cyber Monday best deals: Echo, Ring, Fire tablets and more still discounted

You can dive into Amazon's Cyber Monday 2021 now, with the lowest prices you'll find on a range of devices.
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Google Store Black Friday 2021: Save on Pixel 5A, Nest hardware

This Black Friday sale from Google brings discounts on smart home devices and one of its phones.
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Black Friday deal: HomePod Mini drops to $89 at Staples

Not the lowest price ever, but still cheaper than you'll find it at Apple.
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Black Friday 2021: Smart home and networking deals live now

'Tis the week to score some of the best savings of the year on our favorite smart home gadgets and home networking gear. Check back for regular updates.
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How to defrost a turkey for Thanksgiving (and how not to)

Spoiler alert: You should have already started by now.
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