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Best Alexa speakers - and the best Cyber Monday deals. For music, voice control, and much more
In our edit of the best Alexa speakers, we have selected styles to suit every household's taste
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Best surround sound systems - our pick of the speakers and best Cyber Monday deals with up to 45% off
Get the best surround sound system setup of your dreams with our pick of TV speakers, soundbars and more - and our edit of the best Cyber Monday deals
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Hisense vs TCL - two budget-friendly TV brands, but which is the best in 2023 and has the best Cyber Monday deals?
Trying to decide between Hisense or TCL TVs for your home? Here's a comparison of two budget-friendly brands to help you make the best choice.
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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How to cast a phone to your TV - a step-by-step guide for iPhone and Android
Knowing how to cast from your phone to TV opens up a world of big-screen joy - from screen mirroring to Chromecast, this guide makes its easy
By Alan Martin Last updated
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Best wake-up lights: the best sunrise lamps for a smoother start to your day
The best wake-up lights to help you get out of bed in the morning - so you can finally ditch the alarm clock
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Best wireless doorbells: the door cameras and chimes to choose for your home in 2023 - and Cyber Monday deals
Upgrade your home's security and discover the best wireless doorbells with welcoming chimes, secure video recording systems, and more
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Where's the best place to put a WiFi router? The mistakes that are making your internet weak, and how to fix them
The position of your router can make an enormous difference to your WiFi coverage. Here’s where you should aim to place it, and what to do if you can’t.
By Alan Martin Published
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Sony vs LG TV - two quality TV brands, but which is the best in 2023?
We look at how the two TV giants compare, looking at their offerings for OLED, 4K, 8K, and more
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Samsung vs Hisense - two trusted TV brands, but which is best in 2023?
We examine the TV offerings of Samsung and Hisense to determine which brand you should choose
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Best soundbars: our pick of speakers for an effortless home theater experience
These are our top picks for the best soundbars to add a cinematic tone to your next binge-watch, including models from LG, Sonos, Bowers & Wilkins, and more
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Netflix vs Amazon Prime - which of the streaming giants is better for you?
Netflix vs Amazon Prime is a very modern battle. But for price, content and quality, which one is better?
By Shannon L. Flynn Last updated
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Could it be the new air fryer? The "kitchen robot" that might become the next big countertop appliance
This soon-to-launch countertop appliance is probably the nearest we've got to a "robot private chef" so far - but will every kitchen have one in the future?
By Hugh Metcalf Published
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I lost my TV remote – how can I control my TV now?
There are plenty of options for people whose TV remotes have been lost or simply stopped working
By Alan Martin Published
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How to add Apple TV as a HomeKit home hub - and why it's a good idea for your smart home
Your Apple TV box can be the center of your smart home. Here’s how to set it up as your HomeKit home hub
By Alan Martin Published
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What are the options for an Apple HomeKit home hub? An expert's verdict on which is best
If you want to set up an Apple HomeKit home hub, you have three options — but one has a big drawback
By Alan Martin Published
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"Smart doors" might just be the next big home tech trend – and you can buy them now from The Home Depot
These clever doors integrate all your home's entry smart tech into one system with the aim of making it more secure, but are they worth the cost?
By Lilith Hudson Published
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What is the future of the smart home? These are the ideas I’m most excited about, from robots to the next TV trend
There are some potentially great innovations coming to the smart home in the next few years. Here are the three I’m most anticipating
By Alan Martin Published
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It's not too late to grab a Bose speaker for up to a third off in the Prime Day sales - here are the top bargains
We've scoured Amazon for the best Prime Day Bose deals this year, but you'd better be quick!
By Caroline Preece Published
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Chromecast vs Firestick: which streaming device is best for your home?
We compare the Chromecast and Firestick streaming devices to see which is the best in key areas
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Samsung vs LG TV: which TV brand is the best in 2023?
Both Samsung and LG make excellent TVs across the full spectrum of price ranges, but key differences should help you decide where to spend your money.
By Alan Martin Last updated
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If you've been thinking about buying a Ring doorbell, now's your chance - even the newest model is on sale for Prime Day!
Looking for a Prime Day Ring deal? You've come to the right place...
By Caroline Preece Published
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Fitbit vs Garmin – which fitness tracker brand is best?
Fitbit vs Garmin is a showdown of fitness tracker titans. The two of the biggest brands in the market, which one is best for you?
By Shannon L. Flynn Last updated
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Sony WF-C500 vs Airpods: are the budget earbuds a worthy competitor to Apple?
Sony's affordable earbuds get the thumbs up from us, but how do their compare with Apple's AirPods?
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Samsung vs Sony TV: two of the biggest brands on the market, but which is right for you?
Choosing between Samsung and Sony TVs? Both are top-notch, but which is best for you? Let's weigh the options and find out.
By Alan Martin Last updated
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Ring vs Nest doorbell: an expert's verdict on which to choose
In the Ring vs Nest doorbell comparison, which one comes out on top? Our expert offers their opinion
By Luke Edwards Last updated
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Best Wi-Fi dongles: he top wireless adapters to enhance your internet connection
From compact USB devices to robust alternatives, these six impressive dongles will boost your Wi-Fi signal and enhance your connectivity.
By Adam Shepherd Last updated
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Sonos vs Bose: comparing the speaker offerings of two audio giants
Sonos and Bose may be the biggest names in home cinema, but which is better for you? From its sound to how it looks, Livingetc picks a side
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Mini LED vs OLED: which technology is better in 2023?
We compare OLED and new kid on the block Mini LED, to see which is the best choice
By Caroline Preece Last updated
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Marshall Minor III vs Airpods: can the rock music masters beat out Apple?
We compare the Marshall Minor III earbuds with the AirPods 3 to see whether the classic rock rep of the former means it can take the tech giants on.
By Caroline Preece Last updated