https://www.howtogeek.com We explain technology. Learn more with our articles, reviews, tips, and the best answers to your most pressing tech questions. Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT en-US hourly 60 With smart plugs, you can schedule appliances to turn on and off, control them with your voice, and track their energy consumption. Use our recommended list of smart plugs to find one that's right for your home.

]]> Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:30:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/739326/best-smart-plugs/ The trend in robot vacuums has been to add more features, rather than lower the prices. But what if you don’t want the highest-end dirt sucker and mop? The iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ isn’t a low-end option, but it may be able to satisfy your basic cleaning needs without breaking the bank.

]]> Thu, 18 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/irobot-roomba-combo-j5-review/ Looking for a smart home upgrade? Get some smart plugs or better yet switch out your old power outlets with connected ones. It could be the most cost-effective upgrade you can make.

]]> Wed, 17 Jan 2024 12:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/are-smart-plugs-and-power-outlets-the-best-smart-home-upgrade/ I’ve lost count of how many Govee products I have in my house, but I do remember my first experience with each. The TV Backlight 3 Lite, like the AI Gaming Sync Box Kit and the Envisual TV Backlight T2, may have its quirks but its value reminds me why I’ve primarily stuck with the Govee ecosystem and remain enthusiastic about its product line.

]]> Tue, 16 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/govee-tv-backlight-3-lite-review/ Apple HomeKit is great for managing smart products, but if you’re looking to use it for whole-home audio, bringing in legacy audio receivers and stereo systems can be tricky. The Eve Play is an AirPlay 2-enabled device with the sole purpose of adding HomeKit intelligence to your older audio devices.

]]> Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/eve-play-review/ If you're looking for an efficient way to stay warm at home, smart space heaters offer warmth, comfort, and convenience in a modern package. Smart space heaters let you access and control the heat in your space no matter where you are via apps and smart home integration.

]]> Sat, 13 Jan 2024 15:00:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/888477/best-smart-space-heaters/ A brand new year means brand new tech being showcased at CES 2024. We were on the ground in Las Vegas, scouring the show floors for cool gadgets and impressive innovations. We've highlighted some of our favorite products from the event, giving you a taste of what to look forward to this year.

]]> Thu, 11 Jan 2024 20:30:13 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/how-to-geek-best-of-ces-2024-awards/ Google Assistant is about to get better, or much worse, depending on which controls you use the most. Google announced that nearly 17 "underutilized" features of Assistant will stop being supported and eventually disappear in the coming weeks.

]]> Thu, 11 Jan 2024 19:26:46 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/google-assistant-is-losing-a-ton-of-features/ Anyone who knows they have a lot of smart home products and thinks another smart home product is the solution to their chaos is a perfect candidate for Brilliant’s Smart Home Control—a touchscreen controller that comes in varying sizes. For people in that predicament, but aren’t confident in their electrical skills, Brilliant’s new Plug-In Panel is the optimal solution.

]]> Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:00:21 GMT https://www.howtogeek.com/brilliant-plug-in-panel-review/ Dreame Technology is due to unveil its latest triumph in home cleaning innovation, the DreameBot X30 Ultra, at CES 2024. This cutting-edge robot vacuum promises a revolution in cleaning solutions, integrating self-cleaning capabilities, advanced robotic technology, and an unprecedented level of suction power.

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