HDR video that lets you see who’s at your door right from your
phone or on an Alexa-based smart display. It alerts you with a live
video stream when the bell has been pressed or when someone
approaches, and lets you speak with whomever is out there. And
it’s easy to install, stylishly designed, and doesn’t require a hub.
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BEST SMART LIGHTING
PHILIPS WIZ
$9.97 Llllm
The Philips Dimmable A19 Smart Wi-Fi Wiz Light Bulb is a far more
affordable option than the company’s Hue LEDs, offering ample
features for the price, including support for IFTTT integrations and
voice control via Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri
Shortcuts. Its companion app lets you create Scenes to set the
mood for different occasions with the press of a button, Rhythms
to automate lighting adjustments based on the time of day, and
Schedules to enable your preferred light mode on certain days
and times.
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BEST ROBOT VACUUM
ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO T8 AIVI
$799.99 EDITORS’ CHOICE Llllm
Ideal for big homes and cluttered floors, the Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo
T8 AIVI is an investment—but it can both mop and vacuum, and it
does both better than any robot we’ve tested. It stands out from
the pack thanks to integrated artificial intelligence technology that
allows it to automatically identify and avoid common obstacles
that competing products get stuck on. It also functions as a roving
indoor security camera, making it one of the most feature-rich
hybrid floor-cleaning robots on the market.
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BEST SMART THERMOSTAT
NEST THERMOSTAT
$129.99 EDITORS’ CHOICE Llllm
The Nest Thermostat is the company’s most affordable model to
date—and arguably the most attractive. It lets you control your
heating and cooling system by phone or voice, set temperature
schedules, and remotely monitor your energy consumption. It also
offers energy-saving features to help cut down costs on your bill,
including the ability to turn itself down when you leave home, so
you’re not heating or cooling an empty house. It’s a strong
alternative to the Nest Learning Thermostat for around half
the price.
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