Caroline Preece
Caroline was formerly smart home ecommerce editor for Livingetc, covering everything tech for the home, from smart speakers to air purifiers and everything in between. She is passionate about technology and smart devices and their role in daily life, enhancing the home without sacrificing personal style and carefully chosen interiors. In her spare time, she can be found tinkering with bulbs, soundbars, and video doorbells in an effort to automate every part of her small home. Previously, she lent her expertise to the likes of Expert Reviews, IT Pro, Coach, The Week, and more.
Latest articles by Caroline Preece
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Is it better to get a smart TV or a streaming device?
We look at the pros and cons of getting an inexpensive streaming device over a new smart TV
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Apple HomePod Mini review: how does Apple's affordable smart speaker measure up?
We test the HomePod Mini to see if the budget speaker is worth locking in to Apple's world of smart home devices
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Is a 40 inch TV big enough? Your guide to deciding whether to get a smaller set
Your guide on how big to go when choosing a second TV or small space set
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Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review
Sonos has upgraded its original compact soundbar offering, and we tested it to see whether the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) could live up to our lofty expectations
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LG QP5 Eclair Soundbar review
We test the LG QP5 Eclair soundbar, a compact option with some serious audio power
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Majority K2 Soundbar review
Boost your audio and get a tree planted in your name with the Majority K2 Soundbar and subwoofer set
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Chromecast with Google TV review: the ultimate entertainment solution for Nest households
We test the newest iteration of Chromecast, now with Google TV built-in
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Sky Stream review: the saviour overwhelmed TV addicts have been waiting for?
We test the Sky Stream, the UK entertainment giant's answer to a multi-platform streaming device
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Sky Glass: what is it, and how much does it cost?
Sky Glass has caught people's attention with the release of a new dish-free TV, but will it catch on?
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Cozy movie night, anyone? The Samsung Freestyle projector is $300 cheaper right now
You can save big on the Samsung Freestyle projector in Amazon's pre-Black Friday sale
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Samsung's huge 75 inch TV is suddenly on sale for less than $600
Christmas and Black Friday has come early as Samsung's TU690T is on sale for $580 - an amazing deal for a 75-inch 4K TV
By Caroline Preece Published
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12 beautiful smart home devices that will blend into your decor
Here is our pick of some of the most stylish smart devices for your home
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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore review: an impressive outdoor speaker from the luxury brand
We review the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore, testing the outdoor speaker's battery life, design and audio quality
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Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin review: a thoroughly modern Alexa speaker
We test the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin to see whether its audio could be as striking as its design
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We gave the eufy Security Video Doorbell Dual 5 stars - and now it's $80 cheaper
The eufy Video Doorbell Dual scored top marks for us, and now Amazon has slashed the price by 31%
By Caroline Preece Published
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Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3 review: a deceptively simple soundbar offering
We test the Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3, a soundbar that wants to be your all-in-one home theater solution
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TOUCAN TVD200WUC Wireless Video Doorbell review
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Victrola Eastwood 3-Speed Bluetooth Turntable review: an affordable entry-point for aspiring vinyl lovers
We review the 3-Speed Bluetooth Turntable from Victrola to see if the budget multi-audio player could impress
By Caroline Preece Published
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eufy Security Smart Wi-Fi Video Doorbell Dual review: get a top to toe view of your doorstep
We review the eufy Security Smart Wi-Fi Video Doorbell Dual, which fits unobtrusively into a modern porch
By Caroline Preece Published
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Nest Doorbell Battery review: a beautiful wireless assistant for your door
We test the Nest Battery, Google's latest wireless doorbell option
By Caroline Preece Published
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Swann SwannBuddy Wireless Video Doorbell review
We test the security company's 1080p wireless video doorbell
By Caroline Preece Published
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Monoprice Monolith 600046 Turntable review
We test the Monoprice Monolith 600046 Turntable to see whether it could satisfy vinyl veterans and newcomers alike
By Caroline Preece Published
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Anti-snore pillows, auto baths, and smart trash - all of the biggest smart home trends for 2022
Now that CES 2022 has wrapped up, we look at the biggest smart home trends to come out of the event
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Fitbit Luxe review
A smartwatch with a premium look and feel, the Fitbit Luxe excels at some tasks while struggling with others
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