Smart homes
New Amazon Echo smart home hubs tested
Read our in-depth reviews of the 2nd generation Amazon Echo, Amazon Echo Plus and Amazon Echo Show, along with the Google Home Mini. How do they compare?
Wiz smart lighting now adjusts brightness based on time of day
Competitors to Philips Hue, Wiz smart light bulbs have been updated to automatically adjust the brightness of your lighting to suit the morning or evening.
Samsung, Google and Amazon do battle for the smart home
We've seen Samsung, Google and Amazon competing to be number one in the world of connected tech at CES 2018. Who will win?
Amazon’s Echo Show spawns numerous imitators
There's an influx of Amazon Echo Show competitors coming in 2018, but will these smart hubs with screens from LG, Lenovo and JBL built in be better?
Philips Hue lights will react to your music and films
An update to Philips Hue bulbs means they will be able to change colour intuitively based on the movies you're watching and the music you're listening to.
Four new robots that could help you at home
Robots are poised to be part of your household. Here are four that could be really useful, with features ranging from security to elderly care.
Seven smart home hub commands you can’t live without
If you got a smart home hub this Christmas, we've rounded up some top commands to help you make the most of your new tech assistant.
Y-Cam now charging for previously free cloud storage
UK security company Y-Cam is facing consumer backlash over its plans to start charging for previously free cloud storage for its wireless security cameras.
Is it safe to sell your smart home devices?
Tech trading website Swappa now lets you sell and buy smart home tech, from smart hubs such as the Amazon Echo to security cameras, but is this wise?
Vodafone releases four new ‘internet of things’ devices
Mobile phone provider Vodafone is getting into smart-home tech with the V-Auto, V-Bag and V-pet, designed to keep track of your most prized possessions.