John R. Delaney
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SimpliSafe Smart Alarm Wireless Indoor Security Camera Review
The SimpliSafe Smart Alarm Wireless Indoor Security Camera records motion and connects you with a live agent as necessary, but its best features require a subscription. → Read More
Vivint Indoor Camera Pro Review
The costly Vivint Indoor Camera Pro lets you see what's going on inside your home and can send smart alerts, but it works only as part of the company's home security systems and requires a monthly fee. → Read More
EcoFlow Blade Robotic Lawn Mower Review
The easily programmable and rugged EcoFlow Blade robotic lawn mower is a worthwhile investment that operates without perimeter wires—as long as a spot on your property has a clear view of the sky. → Read More
Igloohome Padlock 2 and Bridge Review
The Igloohome Padlock 2 and Bridge smart lock combo is secure and easy to use with support for app, keypad, and voice control. → Read More
TP-Link Archer AX5400 Pro Review
TP-Link's Archer AX5400 Pro is a highly capable dual-band Wi-Fi 6 router with multi-gig connectivity, parental controls, and network security software. It delivered strong throughput (if less-strong file-transfer performance) in our tests. → Read More
Roku Smart Bulb SE Color Review
The affordable Roku Smart Bulb SE Color offers a full spectrum of hues, supports voice and app controls, and works well with other Roku devices. → Read More
Abode Wireless Video Doorbell Review
The battery-powered Abode Wireless Video Doorbell captures who is at your door in sharp 2K resolution and supports voice control, though it requires a monthly subscription fee to access recordings and unlock all of its features. → Read More
Vilo 6 Mesh Wi-Fi System Review
The Vilo 6 is a reasonably priced two-piece Wi-Fi 6 mesh system, but its throughput performance is lacking, and it doesn’t support all Wi-Fi 6 technologies. → Read More
Dreo CF714S Air Circulator Fan Review
The Wi-Fi-enabled Dreo CF714S smart fan provides strong airflow with wide-ranging oscillation, runs quietly, supports voice controls, and even reacts to the current room temperature. → Read More
Acer Predator Connect W6 Wi-Fi 6E Router Review
Acer's Predator Connect W6 is a pricey Wi-Fi 6E gaming router that uses the 6GHz band for exceptionally speedy throughput. Signal strength is its main shortcoming. → Read More
GE Profile Clearview PHNT10 Smart Air Conditioner Review
The Wi-Fi-enabled GE ClearView PHNT10 air conditioner is impressively quiet and does a superb job of cooling without blocking the view from your window. → Read More
Hisense 10000-BTU Window AC Inverter WiFi (AW1023TW1W) Review
The Hisense 10000-BTU Window AC Inverter WiFi supports voice control and uses inverter technology to effectively and quietly cool medium-sized rooms. → Read More
Rachio Smart Hose Timer Starter Kit Review
The Rachio Smart Hose Timer Starter Kit is quick to set up and turns your garden hose into a smart watering system that you can control with your phone (though not your voice). → Read More
Arlo Home Security System Review
The Arlo Home Security System integrates with a whole host of first- and third-party devices to help you monitor everything from water leaks to unwanted intruders, plus offers a no-contract professional monitoring option. → Read More
Amazon Smart Plug Review
The Amazon Smart Plug lets you control whatever is plugged into it using Alexa voice commands, and it integrates with other Alexa-enabled devices, but it doesn't work with other home automation platforms and lacks energy usage reporting. → Read More
Buffalo LinkStation 720 Review
The LinkStation 720 is a two-bay network attached storage (NAS) device notable for its 2.5Gbps Ethernet support, and the fact that it ships with drives in the chassis. Buffalo's lack of add-on apps could be a deal breaker, though. → Read More
Eufy 4G LTE Starlight Camera Review
The feature-packed, outdoor-ready Eufy 4G LTE Starlight Camera operates wirelessly via cellular connectivity, but it’s expensive even before you factor in the required data plan. → Read More
Wyze Lock Bolt Review
The sleek, Bluetooth-only Wyze Lock Bolt installs easily and offers multiple unlock methods, but it lacks advanced voice controls and integration with other smart devices. → Read More
Synology RT6600ax Tri-Band Wi-Fi 6 Router Review
The Synology RT6600ax is a tri-band Wi-Fi 6 router that offers multi-gig connectivity and strong parental-control and network-security software. It’s a solid performer but not a particularly good value. → Read More
LG PuriCare AeroTower Review
The attractive LG PuriCare AeroTower smart air purifier doubles as an oscillating fan, though it takes longer than competitors to clean the air. → Read More