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201 Prime Day Deals Picked By People Who Obsessively Test Gear

wired.com Simon Hill 2026-01-29 11:16:17

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're just kicking off day two. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will go on through Friday. We'll be dangerously caffeinated and working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end. As Prime Day enters its second day, we have totally refreshed our recommendations to highlight categories WIRED readers want most and are shopping this Prime Day. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and a

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191 Prime Day Deals Picked By People Who Obsessively Test Gear

wired.com Simon Hill 2026-01-29 21:20:22

Amazon Prime Day is four days in 2025, and we're just kicking off day two. The Prime Day deals started dropping last month and will go on through Friday. We'll be dangerously caffeinated and working in shifts, covering 20 hours a day through the end. As Prime Day enters its second day, we have totally refreshed our recommendations to highlight categories WIRED readers want most and are shopping this Prime Day. The WIRED Reviews team only recommends deals on products we’ve actually tested and a

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HomeKit-compatible smart homes becoming more affordable as Ikea Matters

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2026-01-30 08:33:04

You won't need to use Ikea's own app any more HomeKit compatibility used to attract a noticeable price premium when buying smart home products, but the Matter standard is changing that – and Ikea is now going all-in on this. The company says that it has more than 20 new affordable Matter-compatible smart home devices in the works, with likely plans to expand into completely new product types too … A quick recap on Matter and HomeKit Originally, brands wanting to offer HomeKit compatibility h

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IKEA ditches Zigbee for Thread going all in on Matter smart homes

news.ycombinator.com Jennifer Pattison Tuohy 2026-01-30 05:42:17

Ikea is relaunching its smart home line in a move that will make its low-cost products work with other brands, with or without Ikea’s own hub. Starting in January, the Swedish furniture giant will release more than 20 new Matter-over-Thread smart lights, sensors, and remotes with “more new product types and form factors to come,” David Granath of Ikea of Sweden, tells The Verge in an exclusive interview. Ikea is also rebooting its audio offerings as it seeks to fill the Sonos Symfonisk-shaped h

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I Tried Living Without the Internet for a Day: It Made Me Want to Throw Away My Phone

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-30 05:00:00

I stood on a ridge in the Sandia Mountains near Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by pinyon trees and red-barked pines, listening to the trill of dark-eyed juncos jostling through the underbrush. Amid all this beauty, my phone chimed. And chimed again. And buzzed and beeped. A friend sent an Instagram link. Uber Eats offered a discount deal. Target had a coupon for cleaning products. Someone drove by my Ring doorbell camera. Our lives are so dependent on the internet, the thought of living wi

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Thread count: Ikea is stitching together a smarter home

theverge.com Jennifer Pattison Tuohy 2026-01-30 05:00:00

Ikea is relaunching its smart home line in a move that will make its low-cost products work with other brands, with or without Ikea’s own hub. Starting in January, the Swedish furniture giant will release more than 20 new Matter-over-Thread smart lights, sensors, and remotes with “more new product types and form factors to come,” David Granath of Ikea of Sweden, tells The Verge in an exclusive interview. Ikea is also rebooting its audio offerings as it seeks to fill the Sonos Symfonisk-shaped h

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Aqara HomeKit smart locks, cameras, and more offer Prime Day discounts of up to 38%

9to5mac.com Sponsored Post 2026-01-31 02:30:00

9to5Mac readers know the value of HomeKit compatibility when it comes to smart locks, security cameras, and other devices – and Aqara’s extensive product range has you covered. There’s never been a better time to buy, thanks to Amazon Prime Day discounts of up to 38% on some of the company’s most popular products … Smart Lock U100 A smart lock is one of the biggest upgrades you can give to your home, boosting security while also offering a whole new level of convenience and flexibility. The

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Best Indoor Security Cameras for 2025: Tested in Our Own Homes

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-01-31 05:30:00

Google's AI detection remains top-notch. Google/Amazon Field of view Look for views that match the unique needs of your space and where you plan on placing the camera. Most high-quality indoor cameras have around a 130-degree field of view — and some of our picks go beyond that — but you don’t need to break out a protractor. That’s plenty of coverage to get a great view of a room when placed in a corner or centered against a far wall. For the best coverage or to cover multiple angles from a ce

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The best Prime Day smart home deals we found

theverge.com Jennifer Pattison Tuohy 2026-01-31 11:00:00

Prime Day is one of the best times of the year to stock up on smart home gear. With big price drops on all of Amazon’s many smart home brands, from Blink and Ring to Echo speakers and Eero Wi-Fi routers, plus a ton of other manufacturers getting in on the action, making your smart home better rarely gets more affordable. However, there are a lot of deals, and it’s frankly overwhelming. So, I’ve sifted through them all to find the best deals on some of my favorite smart home products. If you’re

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The viral Air Purifier Table is my smart home's MVP and it's on sale for the best price I've seen

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2026-01-31 16:53:20

ZDNET's key takeaways The SwitchBot Air Purifier table is available for $258. This large-capacity air purifier has a washable prefilter, a color-changing night light, a wireless charger, and acts as a table. While the air purifier works as intended, the table is small, and the smart capabilities are incompatible with Apple Home. $193.74 at Amazon The SwitchBot 4-in-1 Air Purifier Table is one of my favorite smart home devices ever, and it's on sale for only $155 (save $115) during Prime Day.

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Google Joins Prime Day With Floodlight Security Camera at Its Lowest Price, Stock May Go Faster Than Expected

gizmodo.com Jason Coles 2026-02-01 02:25:21

A little bit of extra security can go a long way at home. There are plenty of ways to add more security to your house, but the simplest is nearly always going to be a really good security camera. There are loads of options out there, so picking one can be hard, but if you’re only going to have one, then getting a good floodlight option makes a lot of sense. These can be really expensive though, unless you find a good deal. See at Amazon Well, we happen to have found a really good deal on the e

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Blink Outdoor 4 (5-Pack) With Battery Extension Pack Is 54% Off, Making Each Unit Almost Free for Prime Day

gizmodo.com Joe Tilleli 2026-02-01 06:25:07

Finding out your home has been broken into can be a scary experience. Your home is expected to be private and sacred. Once you learn your space has been invaded and that someone has gone through your personal belongings can be a violation that shake you to your core. It’s best to be prepared, taking necessary precautions to both deter trespassers and have video evidence in case it does happen. Consider a home security system like this five-camera bundle of Blink Outdoor 4 cameras with battery ex

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Fitness and Wellness Deals Worth Adding to Cart on Amazon Prime Day July 2025

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-01 06:33:00

Speediance is known for its AI-powered home workout machines. For Prime Day, its original Gym Monster is on sale for 30% off (originally $3,049) and the Gym Monster 2 (originally $3,749) is 10% off. The Gym Monster is meant to be used as a strength training smart home gym in your living room complete with cables and the AI experience. If you want to take it a step further, the Gym Monster 2 is the newest version and offers a smaller footprint and folds down to only 1.2 feet. Either way, this all

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How I used the Pixel Tablet as my smart home display - and why it's worth it at $150 off

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2026-02-01 11:34:00

On Amazon, the 128GB Google Pixel Tablet is $150 off for Prime Day, bringing the price down to a more accessible $250. Google's Pixel Tablet marked the company's return to the tablet market after some years (previous efforts included the Pixel C and Pixel Slate). While it was highly praised as a near-perfect Android tablet, its reception was underwhelming. Also: I replaced my Kindle and iPad within hours of testing this tablet - and didn't regret it The Google Pixel Tablet is an 11-inch Andro

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The best mesh Wi-Fi systems of 2025

engadget.com Unknown 2026-02-02 00:00:37

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . A Wi-Fi mesh system is one of the best upgrades you can make to improve your home’s internet coverage, especially if you’ve ever struggled with dead zones, buffering or dropped video calls. Unlike a single router that broadcasts from one central point, a mesh system uses multiple acces

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“AI YOUR LIFE”, Anywhere: Hisense Transforms Stadium Excitement into Home Immersion

gizmodo.com David Nield 2026-02-02 04:00:42

We’re now getting towards the business end of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, with the semi-final stage imminent: Just four teams remaining, one of whom will leave the tournament with the trophy and the accolades. It’s been a wildly entertaining and action-packed series of games on the pitch, backed by cutting-edge technology off it. Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, is showcasing its AI leadership at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™ with the bold pitch-si

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10% Home Depot Promo Codes & Coupons | July 2025

wired.com Matthew Korfhage 2026-02-02 02:00:00

Home Depot goes hard. The company pretty much invented the hardware superstore when it began in 1978, just by being so big. They inflated the neighborhood tool shop into a whole city of lumber, hammers, caulk, power saws, and big rolls of wire. I would know I’m in a Home Depot blindfolded, because of a distinct quality to the air—crisp and particulate, smelling like wood dust and paint and the oiled metal of power tools. The Home Depot smell is buried deep in my childhood, filed somewhere betwee

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If You’re a Prime Member, Amazon Is Giving Up All Its Margin on the Ring Video Doorbell

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-02-02 11:40:51

Ring is Amazon’s in-home smart home security brand and every Prime Day features some of the year’s best prices on their devices. Ring battery doorbell, specifically the new model with head-to-toe video, is the top of its kind for value and performance. With 4.6 out of 5 based on over 17,000 reviews, this doorbell is very popular. Now, it’s available as a Prime-exclusive offer for an all-time-low price of $49, down from $99. Only Prime members can get the offer, but if you’re not currently a mem

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If You’re a Prime Member, This TP-Link WiFi 6 Mesh System Is at a Record Low with a Coupon on Amazon

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-02-03 21:10:14

TP-Link has been the default go-to for high-powered routers that provide consistent Wi-Fi across the entire home. Budget-friendly or a bit more, TP-Link has something for every home. Currently, Amazon is offering record-low prices on some of its most popular models for Prime Day, and the Deco AX3000 (Deco X55) 3-pack is taking the cake. This is Amazon’s number-one TP-Link best-seller, and with the promo code DECOPRIME, you can purchase it for its lowest price ever: It’s discounted to as low as

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F1 in Britain: Terrible English summer weather equals entertaining race

arstechnica.com Unknown 2026-02-03 21:04:56

The heat dome that has been oppressing much of Europe seems to have largely ignored the British Isles. Not a drop of rain marred the 24 hour races at Le Mans, the Nürburgring, or Spa-Francorchamps, held unusually over consecutive weekends this June. Similarly, last weekend's Austrian Grand Prix took place under scorching skies that were baking the Tyrolean mountains. No such luck for the vast crowds at Silverstone attending the British Grand Prix this past weekend, who definitely needed their wa

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This smart home tech is another way Apple is falling behind in AI

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2026-02-04 02:15:05

Amazon, Google, and Samsung are all working on an exciting way to bring AI to smart homes – and Apple risks being left behind. Samsung is first to launch the new feature: the ability to use natural language to simply tell your smart home app what it is you want it to do … Samsung Smart Things is effectively the Korean company’s equivalent of HomeKit. All compatible devices can be controlled through a single app on the company’s smartphones, in exactly the same way the Home app can be used on i

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Now you can just tell SmartThings how to automate your home

theverge.com Jennifer Pattison Tuohy 2026-02-04 06:00:00

Ahead of Galaxy Unpacked this week, Samsung is announcing several new features coming to its smart home platform, SmartThings, including the ability to create routines using natural language. That means you’ll be able to simply tell SmartThings what you want your smart home to do, and it’ll take care of all the complicated details for you. Samsung also announced updates to its Apple Watch app, a new dark mode for the SmartThings app on iOS, and more features coming to SmartThings Find, its locat

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Ring Alarm Kits Are 40% Off for Prime Members, No Matter Which Size Kit You Choose

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-02-04 21:10:43

Amazon is showcasing tempting Prime Day deals on all its brands, including huge discounts on popular Ring and Blink home security systems. If you’ve been looking at upgrading your home’s security, the time is now: every last Ring Alarm kit is on sale at a massive discount, with 40% to 50% off depending on the kit size you choose. For example, the 8-piece Ring Alarm kit is down to a mere $149 from its usual $249, and the 5-piece kit is dropped to $99 from $199. These are all all-time low prices.

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If You’re an Amazon Prime Member, the Ring Indoor Cam Is Just $29 Instead of $60

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-02-04 22:10:13

Ring is taking center stage this Prime Day, with Amazon spotlighting a range of deals and bundles featuring the brand’s popular indoor security camera. Whether you’re interested in the camera on its own or as part of a bundle with a Ring alarm kit or video doorbell, there’s a deal for everyone. The most eye-catching offer is the all-time low price on the newest Ring Indoor Cam, now just $29 instead of the regular $60. See at Amazon At $29, the Ring Indoor Cam is accessible to more people than

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Thanks to Zillow, Your Friends Know How Much Your House Costs—or if You’re Secretly Rich

wired.com Elana Klein 2026-02-04 21:00:00

When Rebecca Kornman was a student at Kenyon College, she and some of her friends picked up a voyeuristic hobby. Using the Ohio liberal arts school’s student directory, they found students’ home addresses and looked them up on Zillow to see how much their families’ homes cost. “It became a kind of controversial thing that people were talking about,” says Kornman, 25. While some found it endlessly entertaining to dive into the finances of a student body where almost one in five students come fro

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Right Before Prime Day, Amazon Is Clearing Out Its Own Smart Thermostat at a Record Low Price

gizmodo.com Gizmodo Deals 2026-02-04 16:18:43

Prime Day has become Amazon’s biggest event of the year. It’s the time when Amazon clears out inventory across all its in-house brands, from Ring and Blink security devices to Fire tablets, Kindles, and smart thermostats. If you’re looking to upgrade your smart home setup, Prime Day is the moment to get the best prices Amazon has to offer. This year, the Amazon smart thermostat is coming to an all-time low, but keep in mind that this sale is only for Prime members. Don’t worry if you haven’t si

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Wi-Fi and Your Walls: Our Experts Share This One Secret to Optimizing Your Internet Connection

cnet.com See Full Bio 2026-02-04 08:00:00

When it comes to your home internet connection, there's one question we get asked quite a bit: Does Wi-Fi travel through walls? The short answer is yes, but the long answer is a bit more complicated. I spoke with several experts, including CNET's Laboratory Technical Project Manager, Gianmarco Chumbe, to find out everything you need to know about how your home's walls can impact your connection. It's a simple question, but it has a big impact on your Wi-Fi connection. "As with any radio signal,

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HomeKit Weekly: Eve Aqua is still the easiest way to automate outdoor watering

9to5mac.com Bradley C 2026-02-05 10:33:00

It’s that time of year again. The sun is shining, grass is growing, and flowers are blooming. Summer weather is here. Here in the South, we’ll go from weeks of rain to stretches where it’s 95 degrees with no clouds in sight. I’ve never wanted to mess with a professionally installed irrigation system. Too much maintenance. That’s why I’ve continued using the Eve Aqua to handle outdoor watering without digging a hole or hiring anyone to install it. Some of my favorite gear eufyCam 2C Upgrade your

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Hydrow Discount Code: Save Up to $150 in July

wired.com Chris Haslam 2026-02-10 02:10:00

Hydrow rowing machines transformed the at-home fitness market when they launched in 2017. With their full-body low-impact training methods, Hydrow makes it easier to hit your fitness goals without leaving the house. The flagship Hydrow Pro is their most advanced model, but we also recommend the Hydrow Wave Rower for those with limited space. Both machines come with professional components, high resolution screens and an expansive library of over 5000 live and on-demand classes. With over half of

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For Today’s Business Traveler, It's All About Work-Life Integration

wired.com Paul Jebara 2026-02-10 15:00:00

This story is part of The New Era of Work Travel, a collaboration between the editors of WIRED and Condé Nast Traveler to help you navigate the perks and pitfalls of the modern business trip. “There are always surprises [on the road], so I carve out time for myself,” says Kelly Wearstler, the design eye behind Proper Hotels, who might have a mint tea before bed or a double macchiato before dawn; or apply face oils that tell her body it’s morning or midnight—small touch points that carry a whiff

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201 Prime Day Deals Picked By People Who Obsessively Test Gear

191 Prime Day Deals Picked By People Who Obsessively Test Gear

HomeKit-compatible smart homes becoming more affordable as Ikea Matters

IKEA ditches Zigbee for Thread going all in on Matter smart homes

I Tried Living Without the Internet for a Day: It Made Me Want to Throw Away My Phone

Thread count: Ikea is stitching together a smarter home

Aqara HomeKit smart locks, cameras, and more offer Prime Day discounts of up to 38%

Best Indoor Security Cameras for 2025: Tested in Our Own Homes

The best Prime Day smart home deals we found

The viral Air Purifier Table is my smart home's MVP and it's on sale for the best price I've seen

Google Joins Prime Day With Floodlight Security Camera at Its Lowest Price, Stock May Go Faster Than Expected

Blink Outdoor 4 (5-Pack) With Battery Extension Pack Is 54% Off, Making Each Unit Almost Free for Prime Day

Fitness and Wellness Deals Worth Adding to Cart on Amazon Prime Day July 2025

How I used the Pixel Tablet as my smart home display - and why it's worth it at $150 off

The best mesh Wi-Fi systems of 2025

“AI YOUR LIFE”, Anywhere: Hisense Transforms Stadium Excitement into Home Immersion

10% Home Depot Promo Codes & Coupons | July 2025

If You’re a Prime Member, Amazon Is Giving Up All Its Margin on the Ring Video Doorbell

If You’re a Prime Member, This TP-Link WiFi 6 Mesh System Is at a Record Low with a Coupon on Amazon

F1 in Britain: Terrible English summer weather equals entertaining race

This smart home tech is another way Apple is falling behind in AI

Now you can just tell SmartThings how to automate your home

Ring Alarm Kits Are 40% Off for Prime Members, No Matter Which Size Kit You Choose

If You’re an Amazon Prime Member, the Ring Indoor Cam Is Just $29 Instead of $60

Thanks to Zillow, Your Friends Know How Much Your House Costs—or if You’re Secretly Rich

Right Before Prime Day, Amazon Is Clearing Out Its Own Smart Thermostat at a Record Low Price

Wi-Fi and Your Walls: Our Experts Share This One Secret to Optimizing Your Internet Connection

HomeKit Weekly: Eve Aqua is still the easiest way to automate outdoor watering

Hydrow Discount Code: Save Up to $150 in July

For Today’s Business Traveler, It's All About Work-Life Integration

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