Patrick Hearn
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Atlanta, GA, United States
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Click & Grow 25 review: fresh veggies on a weekly basis
The Click & Grow 25 is a smart garden that, while expensive, has a lot of potential and can expand to match a growing family. → Read More
This is how much it costs to run a smart garden, and how much it can save
Smart gardens are pitched as a way to cut down on produce costs, but are they really cost-efficient? → Read More
Litter Robot 4 review: a smart, automated pooper-scooper
The Litter Robot 4 is a fantastic, self-cleaning litter box that can help keep an eye on your cat's health. → Read More
Turns out, sleep mode in smart fans isn't just a gimmick
A lot of smart fans have a sleep mode. Turns out, it's not just a gimmicky feature -- it can actually help you sleep better. → Read More
Gardyn review: easy gardening for a high price
The Gardyn 2.0 is the most advanced smart garden I've ever gotten my hands on, but it could still use some improvement. → Read More
Is the Pixel Tablet a competitor to the Echo Show 15?
Not much is known about the Google Pixel Tablet, but early looks suggest it just might be a competitor to the Echo Show 15. → Read More
The new Nest Doorbell has an hour of onboard video storage
The new Nest Doorbell is a hardwired option with a lot of new features that make it a worthwhile upgrade from the previous model. → Read More
Despite its new features, Astro is still impractical for most people
Amazon's Astro is a nifty invention, but it's functionality is still limited. It's not the most practical purchase for the vast majority of people. → Read More
Amazon adds four new products, including a new Echo Dot
At Amazon's Devices & Services event, the company launched four new products including an upgraded Echo Dot and Echo Auto. → Read More
The Amazon Halo Rise can you help get a better night's sleep
The Halo Rise is a privacy-focused bedside sleep tracker, wake-up light, and alarm, all rolled into one package. → Read More
What to expect from Amazon's September 28 event
With Amazon's Devices & Services event in one week, here are all the details and rumors we know so far. → Read More
Samsung Bespoke Jet review: powerful cleaning at a cost
The Samsung Bespoke Jet is a powerful vacuum cleaner that looks great in your living room, but does a vacuum cleaner need to be art? → Read More
Alexa has seen me naked, and that's okay
Your smart home technology has probably seen you naked, too. Is that something to worry about? I say no. → Read More
Why Amazon acquiring iRobot will make Roombas even better
Amazon has signed a deal to acquire iRobot, and that could mean a lot of benefits for customers. → Read More
Dreo Pilot Max S Review: a smart fan at an equally smart price
The Dreo Pilot Max S smart fan makes it easy to control it from anywhere, but we're not sure that minor convenience justifies the price bump. → Read More
Why the $20 Echo Dot is the perfect intro to smart assistants
Right now, the Echo Dot is only $20. That's a low price for one of the best smart assistants available. → Read More
This home security kit is the best bang for your buck on Prime Day
The Ring Alarm 8-Piece Kit is $200 off, and it's the single best value you're going to see for home security this Prime Day. → Read More
Want smart lights? Govee is almost as good as Hue for a fraction of the cost
Don't pay out the nose for Philips Hue during Prime Day. Govee offers the same value for a fraction of the cost. → Read More
5 reasons I still use the Echo Show 15 everyday
The Echo Show 15 came out six months ago, and I still use it on a daily basis to stay on top of tasks. Here's why I still love it. → Read More
AeroGarden Smart Garden Review: hydroponics for dummies
The AeroGarden Harvest Smart Garden makes it easy to grow fresh vegetables and herbs in your home with little to no guesswork. → Read More