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Here's what should replace your obsolete Wemo smart home devices
Most of Belkin’s Wemo smart home products are going the way of the dodo. Here's what you should replace them with—hopefully before Prime Day is over.
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Don’t miss this budget-priced home security Prime Day bargain
The Abode Security Kit is already one of the least expensive home security systems on the market, and today’s your last chance to score one for 25% off.
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Belkin essentially waves goodbye to its Wemo smart home brand
Save for a handful of Thread-enabled items, most Wemo smart products will turn into paperweights in 2026.
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I liked this $13 ethernet switch so much, I bought 3 of them
My smart home and streaming setup both depend on ethernet, and these compact ethernet switches ensure I have plenty of ports.
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This smart lighting brand is Matter agnostic, and that's fine by me
Lutron’s excellent smart dimmers march to the beat of their own drummer, and they’re on sale for up to 20% off during Prime Day.
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Philips Hue lights are up to 42% off for Prime Day
Despite a wave of price hikes in response to US tariffs, Philips Hue is still unleashing some sweet Prime Day discounts on lights strips, color bulbs, string lights, and more.
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Protect your home with a Ring Alarm security system, save up to 50%
There’s no better time than Prime Day to add one of Ring’s home security systems to your home security profile.
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Best Prime Day 2025 deals on security cameras and video doorbells
Now's the time to score a great deal on the security camera, video doorbell, or floodlight cam you need.
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I put up these holiday lights last year—and they're not coming down
Permanent lights like these used to require professional installation. Enbrighten Eternity Lights are a DIY job, and they're 24% off at Amazon for Prime Day.
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This all-new GE Cync Reveal under-cabinet light bar is 25% off
We awarded this full-color LED light bar a TechHive Editors’ Choice Award when we reviewed the 18-inch model in May.
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Snag a SimpliSafe security system for 50% off during Prime Day
With the arrival of Prime Day comes a rare opportunity to scoop up a SimpliSafe security kit for as little as $99.99.
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Ikea’s Dirigera smart hub just got a big Matter boost
A new firmware update allows the Dirigera hub to control Matter devices, rather than simply bridging them to existing Matter networks.
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Blink's new video doorbell drops to $35 ahead of Prime Day
The Blink Video Doorbell has barely been out a few weeks and it's already down to $35.
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Ring's battery-powered video doorbell drops to best price ahead of Prime Day
The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is $80 off right now.
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Ring's indoor Wi-Fi security cam is now 50% off ahead of Prime Day
The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam just dropped to $40 (was $80) on Amazon, its best price yet.
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Nuki Smart Lock (5th Gen) review: Here's a svelte retrofit option
This Austrian brand enters the U.S. aiming to shake up the retrofit smart lock space with one of the smallest and most streamlined products on the market.
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This 1080p Wi-Fi security camera is a steal for just $16 right now
The TP-Link Tapo C200 has motion tracking, two-way audio, night vision, and is now extra cheap with this 47% discount on Amazon.
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Lorex 2K Wi-Fi Lightbulb Camera review: A home security twofer
If you can screw in a lightbulb, you can install the Lorex 2K Wi-Fi Lightbulb Camera that combines an LED light source with a high-res security cam.
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Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp review: Paint your ceiling with shimmering light
The Govee Uplighter can project wild swirls of colored light on your ceiling. It’s also good for task lighting—provided it gets the spousal seal of approval, that is.
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