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9 Best Smart Shades, Blinds, and Curtains (2025), Tested and Reviewed

wired.com Simon Hill 2025-09-14 00:30:00

Tailor-Made vs. Off-the-Shelf: Few things look smarter than perfectly fitted shades in a window frame, and few things look worse than shades that don’t quite fit. If you’re lucky enough to have window sizes that match the exact proportions of off-the-shelf shades then go for it, but most folks will be better served by going the made-to-order route. The downside is that tailor-made options are always going to be more expensive. Measure Properly: Look at your chosen manufacturer’s website to find

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10 tiny gadgets I never leave home without (and how they work)

zdnet.com Adrian Kingsley-Hughes 2025-09-14 10:30:16

My keychain essentials. Adrian Kingsley-Hughes/ZDNET I've collected my fair share of multitools and gadgets, but I've lost track of how often I've needed one -- only to realize it's sitting at home or in the car. Carrying a full toolbox everywhere just isn't practical. What I do have with me almost all the time, though, is my keychain -- and it turns out, it's the perfect way to keep essential tools within reach. Also: Are Amazon Basics tools any good? I bought a bunch to find out, and you'd

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I Bought Smart Home Devices Using These 3 Tips and Made My Home Smarter

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-14 08:40:00

There are numerous reasons to set up the best smart home devices in your living space. For some, it's about making their home more energy-efficient in the summer months; for others, it's about making their homes safer with security cameras. A recent CNET survey found that 71% of US adults are taking action to prevent porch thefts, something smart home devices can help deter. Years ago, having a smart home seemed like living in the future. Now, it's easier than ever to make your home smart. Afte

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Pick up a Samsung SmartTag 2 tracker for only $16 right now

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-14 12:07:54

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 . We live in a world filled with so much stuff. There's keys, phones, wallets — the list goes on of things that you need to hold on to every day. With this in mind, it's often a good idea to get a Bluetooth tracker for all the important things. Luckily, right now the Samsung Galaxy Smar

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Meta is reportedly building AI smart glasses with Prada, too

techcrunch.com Maxwell Zeff 2025-09-15 04:38:07

In Brief Meta is working on a pair of AI smart glasses with the Italian high fashion brand, Prada, according to a report from CNBC on Tuesday. It’s unclear at this time when Meta’s Prada smart glasses will be publicly announced. The reported Prada collaboration signifies that Meta aims to bring its AI smart glasses technology to more fashion companies outside of its relationship with eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica. Until now, Meta has collaborated closely with EssilorLuxottica and its numerous

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Apple could be coming for your Nest Hub with the HomePad

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-16 15:52:50

Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority TL;DR A leak suggests Apple’s long-rumored “HomePod with a display” will launch this year as the “HomePad.” Per previous leaks, the HomePad smart home hub could feature a touchscreen, camera, rechargeable battery, and Apple Intelligence support. This new device could offer a touch-friendly smart home hub interface and challenge existing ecosystems like Google Home. Over the past several months, we’ve seen plenty of exasperated smart home owners frustrated by

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Why the Google Pixel Tablet is still my smart home display after a year (and it's on sale)

zdnet.com Maria Diaz 2025-09-16 14:30:13

ZDNET's key takeaways The Google Pixel Tablet retails for $499. The 11-inch tablet runs Android 13 on Google's Tensor G2 chip It has solid performance, small bezels surrounding the screen that can handle multitasking, and a charging dock. Android can be buggy on the Pixel Tablet, though less so than on competing devices; the refresh rate tops out at 60Hz, and picking up the tablet takes some getting used to. $499 at Target $499 at Best Buy more buying choices On Amazon, the 128GB Google Pixe

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Oakley and Meta tease new smart glasses launch for Friday, Apple eyes 2026 debut

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2025-09-16 20:41:16

It looks like Meta’s smart glasses lineup is about to expand beyond Ray-Ban. A new verified Instagram page called “Oakley | Meta” popped up this week, teasing a joint product launch scheduled for Friday, June 20. Here’s what to expect. This partnership has been in the rumor pipeline for a while now. Back in January, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported that Meta was preparing a new set of smart glasses under the Oakley brand, aimed at cyclists and other athletes. Unlike the Ray-Ban Meta Glasses, w

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9 Urgent Questions About Trump Mobile and the Gold T1 Smartphone

wired.com Brian Barrett 2025-09-17 07:54:05

On Monday morning, the Trump Organization announced that it would soon offer a new wireless service, Trump Mobile, and a golden, $499 smartphone to go with it. None of it makes much sense. To be clear, the Trumps would be far from the only celebrities to moonlight as mobile virtual network operator, or MVNO, a pretty common practice where small carriers piggyback off of bigger networks under a different name. Even the SmartLess podcast guys have one. But the more you read about Trump’s cell pla

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Spotify Makes Downloading Music to Wear OS Smartwatches Easier

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-17 11:45:00

Spotify premium users sporting a Pixel Watch, Samsung Galaxy Watch or one of a host of other Wear OS smartwatches just got a handy update that'll allow them to download songs to their wearables with greater ease, the company said in an Instagram post June 13. The update allows customers to use the Spotify app on their phones to send song downloads to their smartwatches, tablets and desktops. Previously, song downloads had to be done on the wearable itself, a fairly clunky process. For runners,

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I changed these 6 TV settings to instantly make the system feel like new again

zdnet.com Chris Bayer 2025-09-18 00:07:00

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Is your smart TV slow to respond or stuttering during scenes? You're not alone -- many people experience laggy performance and choppy playback. The good news? A few simple fixes can get things running smoothly again. Also: Don't cancel Netflix yet: I used these secret codes to unlock the full catalog of shows Modern TVs have plenty of features and apps (and services that run in the background) that can slow them down over time. Fortunately, some simple actions can rectify your

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Fujifilm’s X-E5, New Bose Speakers, and Qualcomm’s Smart Glasses Chip—Your Gear News of the Week

wired.com Julian Chokkattu 2025-09-15 18:00:00

Fujifilm announced a new camera this week, the X-E5, the latest in its X-E rangefinder-style mirrorless camera series. Think of the X-E as an interchangeable lens version of the X100. The big news in the X-E5 is Fujifilm's latest 40-megapixel APS-C sensor and 7-stop in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This is the first X-E series camera with IBIS, which Fujifilm says will gain you about 7 stops of handholding. The new sensor also means video specs jump to 6.2K at 30 frames per second (with a 1.2

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6 Best Smart Locks (2025) for Front Doors, Slider Doors, and More

wired.com Nena Farrell 2025-09-18 14:08:00

MyQ compatibility with other ecosystems focuses more on vehicles and security devices than it does on classic smart home assistants, which makes sense since you're usually controlling it from outside of the home. It works with Amazon Key and Walmart+ InHome to get deliveries in your garage, with Ring, plus several cars, and IFTTT. Specs Smart home ecosystem: IFTTT, Amazon Key, Ring, Walmart+ InHome, and vehicles Power source: Wired / outlet Entry options: App control, manual button, keypad (pur

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You Still Can't Use Apple Pay at Walmart but You Have Another Digital Wallet Option

cnet.com See Full Bio 2025-09-18 14:02:00

If you're shopping at Walmart, your digital payments options are limited to the OnePay Wallet or Walmart Pay. Kativ/Getty Images If you're shopping in-store at Walmart, you can't use Apple Pay or Google Pay to make a purchase. But Walmart introduced a credit card that already offers its own digital wallet. OnePay, a Walmart majority-owned fintech, announced it's partnering with financial service Synchrony to introduce a Walmart-branded credit card this fall but you can use the OnePay digital w

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Fujifilm's X-E5, New Bose Speakers, and Qualcomm's Smart Glasses Chip—Your Gear News of the Week

wired.com Julian Chokkattu 2025-09-18 16:00:00

Fujifilm announced a new camera this week, the X-E5, the latest in its X-E rangefinder-style mirrorless camera series. Think of the X-E as an interchangeable lens version of the X100. The big news in the X-E5 is Fujifilm's latest 40-megapixel APS-C sensor and 7-stop in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This is the first X-E series camera with IBIS, which Fujifilm says will gain you about 7 stops of handholding. The new sensor also means video specs jump to 6.2K at 30 frames per second (with a 1.2

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Wing and Walmart are bringing drone delivery to 100 new stores

news.ycombinator.com Andrew J. Hawkins 2025-09-19 08:46:02

is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Wing, the drone company owned by Alphabet, and Walmart are expanding their delivery partnership to five new cities in the US, the companies announced today. Customers who shop at Walmart stores in Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando, and Tampa will soon have the ability to request a drone deliver their online shopping orde

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Samsung snuck in a surprise for its latest SmartThings app update

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-19 20:46:32

Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has rolled out a sizeable update to the SmartThings mobile app. The changelog mentions a new Home Life survey, improved routine configurations, sharing Galaxy Tag location, and easier navigation of SmartThings Map View. Not listed in the changelog is support for SmartThings in Now Bar and Live Notifications. If you haven’t seen it yet, be on the lookout for a new update for the SmartThings mobile app. The smart home app has recently received a

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CarPlay in iOS 26 adds new ‘Smart Display Zoom’ feature [Gallery]

9to5mac.com Chance Miller 2025-09-20 00:14:19

iOS 26 is crammed full of upgrades for CarPlay users, including a refreshed Liquid Glass design, support for widgets, and more. There’s even support for a new “AirPlay video in the car” feature that developers and automakers can adopt if they so choose. CarPlay in iOS 26 One change that is flying under the radar, however, is a new Smart Display Zoom feature. Apple says that this new Smart Display Zoom option is designed to help CarPlay better adapt to the various shapes and sizes of in-car scr

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You can win a free Samsung tablet when you buy these new smart monitors for $100 off

zdnet.com Taylor Clemons 2025-09-20 04:45:30

Samsung has announced its latest lineup of AI-assisted smart monitors with 4K resolution, active voice amplifier technology for cleaner audio, and a new QD-OLED option for high-end workstations. Right now, when you reserve a new AI smart monitor at Samsung, you'll get an exclusive $100 discount as well as the chance to win a Samsung Galaxy AI Ecosystem bundle that includes a Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra, Galaxy Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Ring. Also: The Samsung Galaxy Ring comes with a free $100 gift card

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The coolest visionOS 26 feature is also a hint at Apple’s next home product

9to5mac.com Marcus Mendes 2025-09-20 21:59:00

This week, Apple unveiled visionOS 26, and one of its standout features is spatial widgets: customizable, three-dimensional elements that users can pin to their surroundings and glance at while wearing an Apple Vision Pro. And while they’re technically impressive and undeniably cool-looking (especially that wall-embedded ones), they might also be Apple’s first hint at what we could expect from a long-rumored smart home product. Spatial widgets in visionOS 26 With customizable Batteries, Calen

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Google’s excellent TV Streamer (4K) is on sale just in time for Father’s Day

theverge.com Sheena Vasani 2025-09-22 04:49:12

I love finding deals on devices that pull double duty, as it feels like it’s stretching my dollar even further. That’s why Google’s discounted TV Streamer (4K) caught my attention this week. It’s not just a powerful streaming device but also a great smart home hub — one you can currently grab from Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, and Google for around $84 ($16 off), which is just $5 shy of its lowest price to date. Google’s latest set-top box is a clear upgrade over the company’s prior streaming dong

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Amazon’s Newest Model of Echo Dot Drops to Its Lowest Price of the Year, No Need to Wait for Prime Day

gizmodo.com Brittany Vincent 2025-09-22 16:10:44

If you’ve ever wished your alarm clock could actually do something useful, like read you the news, show you the weather, or remind you of your grocery list, you need to invest in an Amazon Echo product. These devices can do all of that and more, all without forcing you to spend money you don’t have or don’t want to spend. And right now, you can get an even more affordable one thanks to this sale that’s live now. See at Amazon Head to Amazon to get the Amazon Echo Dot for $35, down from its usu

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Apple enables smart home apps to cut your electricity bills

9to5mac.com Ben Lovejoy 2025-09-23 09:48:47

A new Apple framework makes it easy for developers of smart home apps to help cut your electricity bills. While EnergyKit is currently limited to thermostats and EV chargers, it’s the first step toward optimizing energy usage throughout your entire home. Some smart home devices can already help you reduce power usage and costs, like the Ecobee and Nest thermostats, but EnergyKit takes this much further … There are currently three main ways you can use smart home devices to save money. First,

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SmartAttack uses smartwatches to steal data from air-gapped systems

bleepingcomputer.com Unknown 2025-09-23 01:08:00

A new attack dubbed 'SmartAttack' uses smartwatches as a covert ultrasonic signal receiver to exfiltrate data from physically isolated (air-gapped) systems. Air-gapped systems, commonly deployed in mission-critical environments such as government facilities, weapons platforms, and nuclear power plants, are physically isolated from external networks to prevent malware infections and data theft. Despite this isolation, they remain vulnerable to compromise through insider threats such as rogue em

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Inside Amsterdam’s high-stakes experiment to create fair welfare AI

technologyreview.com Eileen Guo 2025-09-22 22:00:00

Finding a better way Every time an Amsterdam resident applies for benefits, a caseworker reviews the application for irregularities. If an application looks suspicious, it can be sent to the city’s investigations department—which could lead to a rejection, a request to correct paperwork errors, or a recommendation that the candidate receive less money. Investigations can also happen later, once benefits have been dispersed; the outcome may force recipients to pay back funds, and even push some

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5 things I learned from revamping my smart home

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-22 01:00:12

Dhruv Bhutani / Android Authority Recently, when I started renovating my home, I knew it was the perfect time to rebuild my smart home from scratch. I’ve been on the smart home bandwagon for years, but cobbling together IoT products is never the right approach. Some things work, some don’t, and some don’t work quite as well as you’d want them to. The best smart homes are the ones you never have to think about. Over the years, I’d pieced together a mix of gadgets, platforms that included Alexa

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Google Home now lets you control your smart devices, your way

androidauthority.com Unknown 2025-09-22 07:00:40

TL;DR Google Home now lets you set up different Favorites for each device. That means you can pin the front door as a favorite on your smartwatch, while the lounge light is pinned on Google TV. This should be useful if you tend to control different smart home gadgets via specific devices. Google has just announced the stable release of Android 16, while also revealing a few features for ecosystem users. It turns out there’s a notable addition to the Google Home app as well. The search giant

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Qualcomm says its new AR1+ Gen 1 chip can handle AI directly on smart glasses

engadget.com Unknown 2025-09-22 05:30:02

Qualcomm's has launched its latest processor for smart glasses, and though it's a modest upgrade over the previous chip, it has a new trick. The Snapdragon AR1+ Gen 1 can run AI directly on devices with no need for a smartphone or cloud connection, allowing users to go out or do chores with only their smart glasses, the company claims. The chip could appear in next-gen AR glasses from the likes of Meta and XReal. Smart glasses often require large temple arms to accommodate chips and other compo

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DOGE Staffer Known as ‘Big Balls’ Reportedly the Grandkid of a KGB Spy

gizmodo.com Aj Dellinger 2025-06-08 04:05:17

Look, sure it’s not ideal that decisions that the federal government is being gutted agency by agency, stripped of purpose, funding, and staffing by Elon Musk and a team of 20-something-year-old edgelords who were sourced from a network of tech bro crypto-fascists and boost the messaging of white nationalists in their free time, but at least none of them are directly related to anyone deeply involved in the intelligence apparatus of a foreign adversary. Now, let me take a big sip of water and ch

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These Hello Kitty Smartwatches Are Criminally Adorable

gizmodo.com Jorge Jimenez 2025-06-08 06:15:41

On Thursday, Japanese peripheral maker Green House released a line of Hello Kitty smartwatches that are so adorable that I was annoyed by how boring most smartwatches look these days. The budget smartwatches are themed around four iconic Sanrio characters: Kuromi, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, and Hello Kitty, who I recently found out is five apples tall and not a cat but a little girl. It’s a fact I still can’t quite over. Notification sounds, and alerts are all made in the voices of each charact

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9 Best Smart Shades, Blinds, and Curtains (2025), Tested and Reviewed

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6 Best Smart Locks (2025) for Front Doors, Slider Doors, and More

You Still Can't Use Apple Pay at Walmart but You Have Another Digital Wallet Option

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Wing and Walmart are bringing drone delivery to 100 new stores

Samsung snuck in a surprise for its latest SmartThings app update

CarPlay in iOS 26 adds new ‘Smart Display Zoom’ feature [Gallery]

You can win a free Samsung tablet when you buy these new smart monitors for $100 off

The coolest visionOS 26 feature is also a hint at Apple’s next home product

Google’s excellent TV Streamer (4K) is on sale just in time for Father’s Day

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Apple enables smart home apps to cut your electricity bills

SmartAttack uses smartwatches to steal data from air-gapped systems

Inside Amsterdam’s high-stakes experiment to create fair welfare AI

5 things I learned from revamping my smart home

Google Home now lets you control your smart devices, your way

Qualcomm says its new AR1+ Gen 1 chip can handle AI directly on smart glasses

DOGE Staffer Known as ‘Big Balls’ Reportedly the Grandkid of a KGB Spy

These Hello Kitty Smartwatches Are Criminally Adorable

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