I tried Amazon’s new fourth-generation Echo Show 8, and there’s a lot to love with this redesign. Unfortunately, it comes at the cost of one much-needed privacy feature.

The Echo Show 11 is undoubtedly an accomplished smart display, but it doesn’t quite have enough reason to live. The specs are broadly the same as the Echo Show 8, and the design is just as good as the Echo Show 10 it’s replacing. So, why is it more expensive?

Amazon’s newest lineup of smart speakers includes the Echo Dot Max, which sits between the standard Echo and Echo Studio as a solid-sounding, well-rounded smart speaker – but it doesn’t quite do enough to justify its price.

The SwitchBot S20's roller mop is great on hard floors – just don't try to vacuum anything afterwards.

The Pexar digital photo frame has become one of my personal faves, thanks to its gorgeous build and innovative lighting.

iRobot's financial struggles arrive just as people are finally writing the Roomba's incredible history.

Google has given us more information about what's happening with Gemini for Home, and when you might get it.

Beaming out dynamic color displays as well as practical task lighting, this smart floor lamp has a whole lot to offer.

If you're regularly getting too many alerts from your Ring cameras, this should help (but you'll have to pay for it).

IKEA has decided to revamp its smart home product range, and it looks like there's something for everyone.

This little camera is a surprisingly affordable way to protect your home, though a few of its advanced features require a subscription.

A good stream of information

I’ve tested loads of digital photo frames – and even I was impressed with how this one performed, given its super-low price.

An update is giving existing Google Nest speakers some new colored lights, reminiscent of Gemini's branding.

Cover your windows your way with these smart motorized shades.

A new Google Nest Hub smart display is in the pipeline, and it's coming with Gemini smarts.

A project on Kickstarter promises to deliver a smart e-ink picture frame. Dubbed Fraimic, it lets you generate AI art with voice commands.

The Narwal Flow rolls right over the competition when it comes to mopping, but doesn't always do as it's told.

A chunky video doorbell powered by six AA batteries, the G410 benefits from local storage and sharp images, but is let down by lack of weatherproofing.

There’s nothing particularly standout about the Nanoleaf Smart Multicolor Floor Lamp, but this feature-packed light offers excellent value for money.