Jon Chase
The New York Times
New York, NY, United States
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These 6 Gadgets Make Life Easier and More Energy Efficient
Smart devices make life more convenient, but many also make it easy to conserve energy and water use, too. → Read More
Want to Sleep Like a Baby? Try a Smart Thermostat.
The temperature of your bedroom plays a major role in the quality of your sleep. A smart thermostat ensures you find that sweet spot. → Read More
Smart Home’s Biggest Problem Might Get Better. Here’s What You Need to Know About Matter.
A consortium of smart-home companies is launching Matter, a standard that should make smart-home devices work better and be more secure. → Read More
When a Smart Thermostat Isn’t the Smart Choice
Depending on your heating and cooling system, a smart thermostat can slash energy use and your bills. But for some people, they may only provide convenience. → Read More
It’s Ridiculously Easy to Pick Some Smart Deadbolts, But We Aren’t Alarmed
If burglars were like movie stars they’d all be expert lock pickers. They aren’t though, and that’s why we save our worries for other things. → Read More
Water Leaks Destroy Homes. These Smart Gadgets Can Save Yours.
One in 50 homes suffers water damage every year. These smart devices will alert you to leaks before they get bad—and can even prevent damage from occurring. → Read More
How One Small Startup Is Tackling Apple’s Big AirPods Problem
AirPods are a sustainability nightmare, but a small startup called Podswap is doing its part to help consumers and the environment. → Read More
How I Made My Ragtag Band of Window ACs Smarter Than Central Air
Teach your window ACs to smarten up and act more like a whole-home air conditioning system. → Read More
Sonos One Review: Is This the Best Smart Speaker?
The Sonos One is an Amazon Echo in a great Sonos speaker, but still a work in progress for Alexa, Google Assistant, AirPlay, and everything else. → Read More
The Best Sites Like Airbnb: Top 4 Competitors
Airbnb isn't the only online option for finding alternative, deluxe, or just downright cheap accommodations. → Read More
The Best Home Security Cameras
Some people want a home security camera in case of theft; others might want to keep an eye on their kids while they’re out of the house. As the name suggests, Petcube is designed to keep an eye on your cat, dog, or bearded dragon while you’re away from home. It includes many standard camera features — the user can talk through the camera, and there’s a night vision mode — along with a built-in… → Read More
Before You Buy a New Computer, Read This
10 tips to get the best computer for your budget and needs. → Read More
An Unbreakable Phone With an Unbeatable Warranty
Don't worry about breaking your smartphone: Motorola says its new Droid Turbo 2 is designed with a shatterproof screen. → Read More
Are You Sure You Should Click on That Link?
How do you know if the link you're about to click on, or the one you already clicked, is secure? We have the answers. → Read More
The Best Contract-Free Smartphones
Upgrade your smartphone without being locked down by a provider. → Read More
The Best Contract-Free Smartphones
Upgrade your smartphone without being locked down by a provider. → Read More
Tablets That Do It All for Under $100
A low pricetag now includes a product that's actually something you'll want to use. → Read More
5 Tips for Shooting Video With Your Phone
Be the Scorcese of smartphones: Shoot cellphone video like a pro. → Read More
10 Tips for Disconnecting from Tech
10 quick and easy ways to tap the brakes without resorting to hermithood or a life without ESPN updates. → Read More
Why You Don't Need a Computer
It's time to say goodbye to your desktop for good. → Read More