These 5 Alexa skills will help you keep your New Year's resolutions - CNET

Alexa can give you a helping hand.

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Use this tip to store your fake Christmas tree in a snap - CNET

This fast and easy tip will protect your tree from dust without any hassle.

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Amazon’s Share of Smart Speakers Projected to Drop in 2019

The popularity of voice-assisted smart speakers will continue in 2019 but the balance of power will begin to shift as Amazon’s leading two-thirds (66.6%) market share declines to just over 63%, while Google’s inches up from 29.5% to 31%, according to the latest forecast from the market research firm eMarketer.

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Smart LED Light Bulb A21 by 3Stone, WiFi App Controlled UL Listed, Dimmable Warm White and RGB Colors 65W Equivalent, Works Perfect with Amazon Alexa Google Assistant IFTTT - CNET

Smart LED Light Bulb A21 by 3Stone, WiFi App Controlled UL Listed, Dimmable Warm White and RGB Colors 65W Equivalent, Works Perfect with Amazon Alexa Google Assistant IFTTT

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What Was the Best AV Gift You Received?

As the holiday season draws to a close and we look ahead to 2019, we’re wondering if any of the AV-related gifts on your wish list ended up under your tree? Or maybe you treated yourself to some audio/video goodness. Either way, we (and your fellow readers) want to know if Santa was good to you this holiday season and, more to the point, what was the best AV gift you received (or treated yourself to)? Be sure to leave a comment and tell us about your special gift. Happy New Year!

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Buy More, Save More - CNET

Buy More, Save More

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Get What You Really Want - CNET

Get What You Really Want

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65 Years Ago Today: The First Color TVs Arrive

The RCA CT-100 and Admiral C1617A were the first color TVs offer for sale on December 30, 1953. Both had a 15-inch screen.

Even though 4K TVs have been on the market for less than five years, numerous companies will announce they’ll start selling 8K TVs at CES next week. This despite the fact that less than half of U.S. homes own a 4K TV, and there’s no 4K programming available yet on U.S. broadcast TV networ

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Home Awesome RGB Light Smart Plug Mini, No Hub Required, Wi-Fi, Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Control your Devices - CNET

Home Awesome RGB Light Smart Plug Mini, No Hub Required, Wi-Fi, Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Control your Devices

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TIKLOK WiFi Smart Plug, Mini Wireless App Remote Control Outlet with Timing Function, Compatible with Alexa Echo Google Home, No Hub Required - 2 Pack - CNET

TIKLOK WiFi Smart Plug, Mini Wireless App Remote Control Outlet with Timing Function, Compatible with Alexa Echo Google Home, No Hub Required - 2 Pack

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Sonoff S31 Wi-Fi Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring, Works with Amazon Alexa & Google Home Assistant, IFTTT Supporting, No Hub Required, Smart Socket Outlet Timer Switch Remote Control Devices - CNET

Sonoff S31 Wi-Fi Smart Plug with Energy Monitoring, Works with Amazon Alexa & Google Home Assistant, IFTTT Supporting, No Hub Required, Smart Socket Outlet Timer Switch Remote Control Devices

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Smart LED Light Bulb A21 by 3Stone, WiFi App Controlled UL Listed, Dimmable Warm White and RGB Colors 65W Equivalent, Works Perfect with Amazon Alexa Google Assistant IFTTT - CNET

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How to change the voice on your Google Home - CNET

You can pick between several male and female voices, including ones with accents.

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4 low-cost ways get solar power at home - CNET

No need for big solar panels. These inexpensive solutions give you the benefits of solar energy without a big price tag.

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Smart Plug WiFi Outlets Mini Smart Socket for Smart Home Remote Control House Appliance & Electric Devices from Anywhere, Compatible with Amazon Alexa Echo Google Assistan, 4 Packs, Support 2.4GHz, N - CNET

Smart Plug WiFi Outlets Mini Smart Socket for Smart Home Remote Control House Appliance & Electric Devices from Anywhere, Compatible with Amazon Alexa Echo Google Assistan, 4 Packs, Support 2.4GHz, N

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2001: A Space Odyssey

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Director Stanley Kubrick's seminal sci-fi epic, co-written with author Arthur C. Clarke, takes the whole of human history as its subject—from the initial flicker of intelligent thought in hominids, to the present day where humans live with the assistance of computer-generated artificial intelligence. The film literally works as a space opera: long stretches pass dialogue-free with just classical music serving to enhance the hyper-realistic images of ships and passengers aloft in the cosmos. (2001: A Space Odyssey won an Oscar for best visual effects, the only one it managed to take home from the 1969 ceremony.)

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Mastercard: Holiday Sales Were the Strongest in Years

For those who worry about the demise of local retail stores and malls turning into ghost towns, here’s a bit of good news: U.S. retail sales grew 5.1 percent to more than $8.5 billion during the 2018 holiday season, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which tracks in-store and online spending.

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Do this one thing before storing your holiday decorations - CNET

Make next year's decorating so much easier with this one tip.

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Elite Unveils ‘2-in-1’ Portable Projection Screen

Elite Screens has introduced a versatile “two-in-one” portable projection screen that can be hung on a wall or set up anywhere with a lightweight tripod stand.

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6 tangle-free ways to store your Christmas lights - CNET

Tired of spending hours detangling Christmas lights from the year before? Use these tricks for storing them for easier use next year.

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How to use Alexa to buy holiday gifts - CNET

Let your smart speaker help you shop.

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What the light ring colors on Amazon Echo speakers mean - CNET

The color of your Echo's light ring is important. Here's how to decipher it.

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Illumra Self-Powered Dual-Rocker Friends of Hue Zigbee Light Switch review: Finger-powered switch is a must-have Hue accessory - CNET

The happy marriage between smart bulb and smart switch has finally arrived -- and it'll give your finger smart home superpowers.

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Esicoo Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini Outlet, Control Your Devices from Anywhere, No Hub Required, Woks with Alexa and Google Assistant - CNET

Esicoo Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini Outlet, Control Your Devices from Anywhere, No Hub Required, Woks with Alexa and Google Assistant

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Smart Plug Wifi Outlet Compatible With Alexa, Echo, Google Home and IFTTT, Dual Mini Smart Socket with Energy Monitoring and Timer Function, No Hub Required,16A，1Pack - CNET

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HaoDeng 7.5W WiFi LED Light, Smart Bulb -Timer& Sunrise& Sunset- Dimmable, Multicolor, Warm White(Color Changing Disco Ball Lamp)- 60w Equivalent, Compatible with Alexa, Google Home Assistant - CNET

HaoDeng 7.5W WiFi LED Light, Smart Bulb -Timer& Sunrise& Sunset- Dimmable, Multicolor, Warm White(Color Changing Disco Ball Lamp)- 60w Equivalent, Compatible with Alexa, Google Home Assistant

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Crack The Sky Move Forward by Living in Reverse

Crack The Sky guitarist/producer Rick Witkowski and vocalist/songwriter John Palumbo got on the line with us to discuss the collaborative symbiosis of their in-tandem sonic Crack attack on two concurrent new releases, Living in Reverse and Crackology,, how important The Beatles remain in their respective creative DNA, and how embracing the past sets them up for a bright future.

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DOGAIN Wifi Smart Outlet Plug with dual socket working individually,compatible with Alexa/Google Home/IFTTT,Remote and voice control socket with WiFi,no hub required - CNET

DOGAIN Wifi Smart Outlet Plug with dual socket working individually,compatible with Alexa/Google Home/IFTTT,Remote and voice control socket with WiFi,no hub required

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2018 Streaming Media Player and Content Roundup: It’s All About Convenience

If there is one word that describes the streaming innovations of 2018, it’s “convenience.” This year, more media players have added voice control through Google Assistant and Amazon Echo smart speakers, or voice remotes with built-in microphones. As live and recorded TV apps are being added to media players, users can now access all the content they want to watch without switching from one device to another.

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Google Assistant Wins Smart-Speaker IQ Test

Source: Loop Ventures

Google Assistant answered the most questions correctly in a smart-speaker IQ test conducted by Minneapolis-based venture capital firm Loop Ventures just before Christmas.

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Nest Protect Smoke and CO Alarm 3-Pack for $267 + free shipping - CNET

Nest Protect Smoke and CO Alarm 3-Pack for $267

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Google Home's 2018 in review: Owning the smart home - CNET

After spending a couple of years putting the pieces in place and catching up to Alexa, 2018 was the year Google unveiled its lofty smart-home ambitions.

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Etekcity WiFi Smart Plugs Works with Alexa and Google Home - CNET

Etekcity WiFi Smart Plugs Works with Alexa and Google Home

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Yunmai Smart Bluetooth Scale, Body Fat Digital Weighing Weight Scale with Free APP Body Composition BMI Monitor Analyzer with Large Display, Work with iPhone 8/iPhone X(10) - CNET

Yunmai Smart Bluetooth Scale, Body Fat Digital Weighing Weight Scale with Free APP Body Composition BMI Monitor Analyzer with Large Display, Work with iPhone 8/iPhone X(10)

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HAVEN Connect Lock - CNET

Repel Intruders with an App-Controlled Lock That's 10x Stronger Than a Deadbolt

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Save up to 25% off select Sengled Smart Lighting - CNET

Save up to 25% off select Sengled Smart Lighting

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How to replace your dumb deadbolt with a smart lock - CNET

A smart lock is a key piece of the modern smart home. Here's how to upgrade to one.

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Beyerdynamic to Unveil Ergonomic Earphones at CES

Headphone specialist beyerdynamic has announced plans to introduce new ergonomically shaped earphones at CES 2019, which opens January 8 in Las Vegas.

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LG to Preview 2nd-Gen UST Laser Projector at CES

LG has announced plans to unveil a followup to the $3,000 CineBeam HU80KA portable 4K laser projector it shipped last summer at CES 2019, which opens January 8 in Las Vegas.

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iHome iGV1 review: iHome's Google Assistant alarm is too bright and pricey for your bedside - CNET

This smart alarm clock was supposed to wake me up in the morning, not keep me up at night.

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Google Home Hub 7" Smart Display for $79 + $10 s&h - CNET

Google Home Hub 7" Smart Display for $79

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Martinlogan Dynamo 1100X Subwoofer Review

Performance
Features
Ergonomics
Value

PRICE $1,099.95

AT A GLANCE
Plus
Versatile configuration options
Excellent iOS/Android control app
Music and movie optimization modes
Minus
Wireless module costs extra
Only available in black finish

THE VERDICT
The Dynamo 1100X subwoofer's impressive performance is enhanced by room correction, flexible setup options, and an excellent control app.

When I was a kid, the closest thing my family had to a remote control was me. As the youngest child, it was my job to get up off my butt and turn the knob if someone wanted to watch a different TV channel. Today, it seems that just about any device that plugs in can be remotely operated with a clicker from the comfort of your chair, but a subwoofer? Isn't that the kind of set-and-forget product that completely takes care of itself? As it turns out, remote control adjustment, a key feature of MartinLogan's revamped Dynamo line, can be a really handy feature in a subwoofer, but we'll talk more on that in a bit.

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Bond-Smart Home Automation-Works with Alexa and Google Home - CNET

Bond-Smart Home Automation-Works with Alexa and Google Home

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Body Weight Scale, FOLIND Digital Body Weight Bathroom Scale with Tempered Glass and Large Display, High Precision Bath Scale with Step-on Technology, 330 Pounds - CNET

Body Weight Scale, FOLIND Digital Body Weight Bathroom Scale with Tempered Glass and Large Display, High Precision Bath Scale with Step-on Technology, 330 Pounds

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Amysen Smart Wi-Fi Plug（2-Pack）, Smart Outlet Mini Socket No Hub Required, Control Your Devices from Anywhere Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant - CNET

Amysen Smart Wi-Fi Plug（2-Pack）, Smart Outlet Mini Socket No Hub Required, Control Your Devices from Anywhere Compatible with Alexa and Google Assistant

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EatSmart Precision CalPal Digtal Bathroom Scale with BMI and Calorie Intake, 440 Pound Capacity - CNET

EatSmart Precision CalPal Digtal Bathroom Scale with BMI and Calorie Intake, 440 Pound Capacity

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Wifi Socket Smart Plug - CNET

Wifi Socket Smart Plug

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Amysen Wi-Fi Smart Plug, Mini Outlets Smart Socket No Hub Required Timing Function Control Your Electric Devices from Anywhere Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant - CNET

Amysen Wi-Fi Smart Plug, Mini Outlets Smart Socket No Hub Required Timing Function Control Your Electric Devices from Anywhere Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant

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Nest Secure Alarm System Starter Pack for $249 + free shipping - CNET

Nest Secure Alarm System Starter Pack for $249

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Save on LIFX + (BR30) Wi-Fi Smart LED Light Bulb with Infrared for Night Vision, Adjustable, Multicolor, Dimmable, No Hub Required, Works with Alexa, Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant and more - CNET

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8 tips for your new Amazon Echo Show - CNET

The Echo Show is easy to use, but there are a few things you'll want to adjust or customize. Let's take a look.

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Sengled LED Flood Light with Security Camera, Motion Sensor & Daylight Sensor, Dusk to Dawn Security Smart LED Light Bulb 3000K, Waterproof for Outdoor Use for Home Security - CNET

Sengled LED Flood Light with Security Camera, Motion Sensor & Daylight Sensor, Dusk to Dawn Security Smart LED Light Bulb 3000K, Waterproof for Outdoor Use for Home Security

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GU LED Bulbs Soft White 10 Pack - CNET

GU LED Bulbs Soft White 10 Pack

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6 tips for your new Nest Thermostat - CNET

These tips take you beyond the basics so you can get the most out of your new Nest Thermostat.

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Sengled LED Emergency Light Bulb with Built-in Rechargeable Battery, 3-12 Hours of Light in Power Outage, E26 Base A19 BR30 LED Light Bulb, 40W Equivalent,2 Pack - CNET

Sengled LED Emergency Light Bulb with Built-in Rechargeable Battery, 3-12 Hours of Light in Power Outage, E26 Base A19 BR30 LED Light Bulb, 40W Equivalent,2 Pack

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Sengled LED Dusk-to-Dawn A19 Light Bulb, 60W Equivalent with E26 Medium Screw Base, 2700K Soft White with 800 Lumens, Sensor Light for Indoor and Outdoor Use, 3 Pack - CNET

Sengled LED Dusk-to-Dawn A19 Light Bulb, 60W Equivalent with E26 Medium Screw Base, 2700K Soft White with 800 Lumens, Sensor Light for Indoor and Outdoor Use, 3 Pack

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Save on FANRY products - CNET

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Google Home Hub w/ 2 Google Mini Speakers for $99 + free shipping - CNET

Google Home Hub w/ 2 Google Mini Speakers for $99

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Save up to 20% on Samsung SmartThings Products - CNET

Save up to 20% on Samsung SmartThings Products

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5 ways to celebrate Christmas with Google Home - CNET

Bring in the Christmas spirit with your smart speaker.

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5 steps to setup your new smart lock - CNET

Here's how to get the most out of your new smart lock.

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Alexa Christmas tips: 10 fun things to try - CNET

Make the holidays a little more festive with Amazon's smart-home assistant.

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Brewie+ automatically makes good beer, but needs too much help for its crazy price video - CNET

While Brewie offers lots of detailed customization and accurate temps, you're on your own for fermentation, carbonation and serving.

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How to set up a smart plug - CNET

Did you get a smart plug as a gift and don't have a clue what do with it? Here's what you need to know.

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6 tips to set up your new Nest or Ring smart doorbell - CNET

We'll teach you to get the most out of your new smart doorbell.

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FITINDEX Smart Body Fat BMI Bathroom Digital Weight Scale - CNET

FITINDEX Smart Body Fat BMI Bathroom Digital Weight Scale

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Save on VegaHome products - CNET

Save on VegaHome products

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How to use Alexa to buy holiday gifts - CNET

Let your smart speaker help you shop.

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What the light ring colors on Amazon Echo speakers mean - CNET

The color of your Echo's light ring is important. Here's how to decipher it.

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Illumra Self-Powered Dual-Rocker Friends of Hue Zigbee Light Switch review: Finger-powered switch is a must-have Hue accessory - CNET

The happy marriage between smart bulb and smart switch has finally arrived -- and it'll give your finger smart home superpowers.

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How 1950s Tech Is Making Amazon, Google, and Apple Play Nice Together

Voice technology is pervading our daily lives in a big way. According to insights from a Nielsen Research survey, at the end of June 2018 24% of U.S. homes owned a smart speaker. If my shoddy math is correct, that’s about 31.5 million smart devices (25% of 126 million homes).

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Incredibles 2

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When we last left our intrepid superheroes (in 2004's The Incredibles) they had defeated the nasty villain Syndrome. The new film opens with the Incredibles battling the Underminer, the same villain they had encountered at the end of the previous film. They win the day with the help of their superhero buddy Frozone, but the resulting chaos puts the Incredibles back in the doghouse with the law and the public.

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Richard Lloyd: The Countdown Will Be Televised

We got on the line with iconoclast guitarist Richard Lloyd to discuss the vinyl-intended sonic template of his new laser-sharp solo album The Countdown, why Television’s seminal 1977 debut album Marquee Moon remains perpetually influential, and his take on creating sound in outer space.

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Brewie+ can automatically whip up a batch of whatever beer you'd like to make - CNET

Use prepackaged sets or your own recipe with this customizable beer brewing bot.

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Emotiva Unveils Affordably Priced Mini Tower Speaker

Emotiva Audio today introduced a compact two-way tower speaker to round out its Airmotiv speaker series.

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How to replace your dumb deadbolt with a smart lock - CNET

A smart lock is a key piece of the modern smart home. Stacked up against basic deadbolts, they're way more convenient and capable. And many smart locks sport sleek, stunning designs too. So don't settle for an ordinary lock when you could add a smart one to your home.

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Brewie+ review: An effective, if impractical, home brewing bot - CNET

It automates an effective and customizable brewing process, but the Brewie+ is too expensive and tedious to be a good fit for most interested home brewers.

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The Minut Point home alarm calls 911 for you - CNET

Minut teams up with personal safety company Noonlight on a professional security monitoring service.

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How to control Google Home without your voice - CNET

Did you know the top of Google Home is a giant touchpad? Well, it is, and it's pretty useful.

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Here's everything that works with Google Home and Home Mini - CNET

With a built-in voice assistant, Google's Home and Home Mini smart speakers can each act as your secretary, music hub and smart-home controller. Here are all the products and services that work with them.

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First round of Amazon Echo Auto devices are shipping - CNET

Now I will never be lonely again. At least, not in my car.

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Parasound Adds Preamp/DAC to NewClassic Line

Parasound has expanded its NewClassic series of two-channel power amplifiers with an analog preamplifier/DAC (digital to analog converter) that embodies a “new generation of affordable high-performance products.”

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Can I Connect My A/V Receiver to a Soundbar?

Q I own a Denon AVR-S920W A/V receiver and am wondering if it’s possible to hook it up to my Samsung HW-MS650 sound bar to use in place of regular speakers. The sources I plan to connect to the receiver include a CD player, Blu-Ray player, TV (via HDMI ARC) and the analog output of turntable with a built-in phono preamp. Is there a way to do this, or do I need to use separate speakers with the receiver? —Deborah Marlowe

A Given the wide range of analog and digital sources you plan to use in your system, I’d definitely recommend buying a separate multichannel speaker system or a passive soundbar with surround speakers and powered subwoofer to connect to the Denon receiver.

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Hey Siri, are you there? - CNET

2018 is almost over and Apple's smart home is still way behind.

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27 tips for your new Google Home speaker - CNET

The essential tips you need for your new Google Home, Google Home Mini and Google Home Max.

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22 tips for your new Amazon Echo - CNET

A new Alexa speaker can be a tad overwhelming. Here's how to get started.

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iTeknic Bluetooth Body Fat Scale, Digital Weight Bathroom Scale Body Composition Analyzer with Smartphone APP - CNET

iTeknic Bluetooth Body Fat Scale, Digital Weight Bathroom Scale Body Composition Analyzer with Smartphone APP

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GoldenEar Technology Triton One.R Loudspeaker Review

Performance
Build Quality
Value

PRICE $5,998/pair

AT A GLANCE
Plus
Powerful, full-range sound
Reasonably compact form factor
Excellent value 
Minus
Nothing major

THE VERDICT
GoldenEar Technology’s scaled-down version of its Triton Reference delivers similar full-range performance as the company’s flagship speaker but does so at an even more reasonable price.

GoldenEar Technology’s Triton Reference, a model that I reviewed in the June 2017 issue of Sound & Vision, was the result of a value-oriented audio brand throwing caution to the wind to produce a cost-no-object loudspeaker. Even so, since we’re dealing with GoldenEar Tech here, the Triton Reference ended up priced at $8,498/pair—not exactly cheap, but well below what you’d pay for the flagship efforts of other speaker brands.

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2018: A year of creepy AF smart home headlines - CNET

The smart home continues to boom -- but unsettling headlines like these give some people pause.

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Mini Wi-Fi Smart Plug, 15A Wireless WiFi Smart Dual Outlet,2 in 1 Mini Socket Remote Control Works with Google Home,Alexa,Echo Dot - CNET

Mini Wi-Fi Smart Plug, 15A Wireless WiFi Smart Dual Outlet,2 in 1 Mini Socket Remote Control Works with Google Home,Alexa,Echo Dot

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Bonlux Dimmable J Type LED Bulbs 2 Pack - CNET

Bonlux Dimmable J Type LED Bulbs 2 Pack

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Crazy Last-Minute Deals on Polk Speakers For Sound&Vision.com Readers

New York-based retailer Adorama is offering some crazy deals exclusively to Sound&Vision.com readers on a half-dozen speakers from Polk Audio as we enter into the home stretch of holiday shopping. Discounts range from 58% to a whopping 67% off and include free shipping. Here’s a rundown on the deals . . .

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Taylor Salter 914-WHLKR Baby Toddler Scale - CNET

Taylor Salter 914-WHLKR Baby Toddler Scale

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Fox Celebrates ‘Die-Hard’ 30th Anniversary with Christmas-Themed Trailer

In case you forgot about one of the most charming — okay, crazy action-packed Christmas tales ever, the original Die Hard starring Bruce Willis— 20th Century Fox just released a “festive” Christmas-themed trailer for the 1988 movie.

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The Supreme Court Wonders, Is Apple Ripping You Off?

I've spent the better part of an hour trying to find a witty way to address this topic, but I can't. So, let's just discuss this head-on. I apologize in advance for my pedantic tone.

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Google Assistant finally gives us the Home Alone easter eggs we've been waiting for - CNET

Hey Google, the Wet Bandits are here.

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Save on Philips Hue Smart Lighting - CNET

Save on Philips Hue Smart Lighting

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Lovot is Japan's effort to spread love via robots - CNET

Groove X's cute little bot companion is designed to make people feel warm and fuzzy.

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Sengled LED Flood Light with Security Camera, Motion Sensor & Daylight Sensor, Dusk to Dawn Security Smart LED Light Bulb 3000K, Waterproof for Outdoor Use for Home Security - CNET

Sengled LED Flood Light with Security Camera, Motion Sensor & Daylight Sensor, Dusk to Dawn Security Smart LED Light Bulb 3000K, Waterproof for Outdoor Use for Home Security

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Smart plug, Smart WiFi Plug Outlet Works with Amazon Alexa Echo and Google Home Assistant, No Hub Required,Remote Control Mini Smart Socket - CNET

Smart plug, Smart WiFi Plug Outlet Works with Amazon Alexa Echo and Google Home Assistant, No Hub Required,Remote Control Mini Smart Socket

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Atlantic Technology Ships its Best-Ever Tower Speaker

Atlantic Technology today announced that it is now shipping the “highest caliber” tower speaker the company has ever built.

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Thinking of gifting an Amazon Echo or Google Home? Read this first - CNET

Consider these key things first before gifting smart home gadgets.

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Smart Plug TanTan Wi-Fi Enabled Wireless Mini Socket 3-Pack, Timer Outlet, Work with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant & IFTTT, No Hub Required, Remote Control your Devices from Anywhere, ETL Listed - CNET

Smart Plug TanTan Wi-Fi Enabled Wireless Mini Socket 3-Pack, Timer Outlet, Work with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant & IFTTT, No Hub Required, Remote Control your Devices from Anywhere, ETL Listed

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How the Google Home Hub can help you cook a delicious meal - CNET

Make tricky and complex recipes seem easy with Google's Home Hub. Here's how.

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Double Feature: The Lion King (1994) and Prometheus (2012)

I’ve long been intrigued by the concept of the double feature. Common in movie theaters until television captured the eyeballs of the public the early 1950s (and nearly destroyed the film industry in the process), it essentially offered the public a chance to see two films for the price of one. But little thought actually went into the pairings, since the distribution mechanism of that period meant that the theater managers had to show whatever was available, generally an A-title and a B-title, the latter often a sweeping epic starring Francis the Talking Mule or Ma and Pa Kettle.

Today’s home theater fans can link any pair of movies together for a movie night, ranging from those with common themes (Das Boot and Crimson Tide, or perhaps Shakespeare in Love and Anonymous) to the bizarre (Jurassic Park and Gosford Park).

The pairing under review here has nothing in common aside from the fact that I bought both of them last week on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray at Best Buy. I already owned the standard Blu-ray version of both. Yes, the studios have enticed me yet again into buying my movies for the second time or, in the case of The Lion King, for the fourth time...

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BOSEbuild Headphones and Speakers: What Your Kids Need for Christmas

Have you ever wondered how you could get your son or daughter more involved in your love of audio equipment, music, or engineering in general? STEM is an important agenda item, but what can you do, right here, right now to spark an interest in your children? Bose has the answer. Instead of buying your children a pair of headphones or a speaker they’ll open and use, how about you all work together to build them up from a complete kit?

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Dirac to Debut Multi-Sub Bass Management at CES

Dirac Research, the Swedish company specializing in sound optimization software, today announced that it will unveil a new module for its Dirac Live speaker setup/room-correction system designed to significantly improve bass performance.

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Leviton Decora Smart WiFi Switch for $35 + free shipping - CNET

Leviton Decora Smart WiFi Switch for $35

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How to order gift cards using Alexa - CNET

Need a last minute gift? Don't run to the store. Just ask Alexa.

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Save on Okaysou products - CNET

Save on Okaysou products

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20 Chromecast tips and tricks - CNET

The seemingly simple Chromecast has a few tricks up its sleeve.

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Fluance Unveils 4 Reference Series Turntables

The internet-based Canadian home audio company Fluance today expanded its turntable offerings with the new Reference Series line, comprising four servo-controlled belt-driven models ranging in price from $299 to $499.

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Integra Adds MQA Decoding to Stereo Receivers

Integra is the latest home audio company to embrace MQA technology.

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Alexa Guard goes live, lets your Echo speakers listen for trouble - CNET

We're testing out Amazon's new security mode for Alexa-enabled smart speakers. Here what you need to know.

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Apple Music now works on Amazon Alexa smart speakers - CNET

Amazon's Alexa skill for Apple Music is here.

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How to set up your new Amazon Echo - CNET

Set it up right and it will become indispensable.

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Last-Minute Holiday Offers & Deals

A few last-minute holiday offers have been brought to our attention as Christmas Day draws near.

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Save 29% on eufy Smart Light Bulb Color and Tunable White - CNET

Save 29% on eufy Smart Light Bulb Color and Tunable White

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Save on Easehold Wi-Fi Smart LED Bulb - CNET

Save on Easehold Wi-Fi Smart LED Bulb

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Save on ELIVERN products - CNET

Save on ELIVERN products

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EatSmart Precision CalPal Digtal Bathroom Scale with BMI and Calorie Intake, 440 Pound Capacity - CNET

EatSmart Precision CalPal Digtal Bathroom Scale with BMI and Calorie Intake, 440 Pound Capacity

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Lumiereholic LED Bulbs Flame Effect Light Bulb Fire Flickering Decorative Bulbs Simulated Nature Fire Atmosphere Lamp for Christmas/Home/Party/Garden/Restaurant/Bar/Halloween Decoration (4pc) - CNET

Lumiereholic LED Bulbs Flame Effect Light Bulb Fire Flickering Decorative Bulbs Simulated Nature Fire Atmosphere Lamp for Christmas/Home/Party/Garden/Restaurant/Bar/Halloween Decoration (4pc)

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Bathroom Weight Scale - CNET

Bathroom Weight Scale

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Smart plug, Smart WiFi Plug Outlet Works with Amazon Alexa Echo and Google Home Assistant, No Hub Required,Remote Control Mini Smart Socket - CNET

Smart plug, Smart WiFi Plug Outlet Works with Amazon Alexa Echo and Google Home Assistant, No Hub Required,Remote Control Mini Smart Socket

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Poniie PN160 Digital Temperature Controller 2-Stage Controlled Outlet Thermostat for Reptile, Heat Mat and Brewing, w/Calibration & Compressor Protection - CNET

Poniie PN160 Digital Temperature Controller 2-Stage Controlled Outlet Thermostat for Reptile, Heat Mat and Brewing, w/Calibration & Compressor Protection

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14 tips to make your holiday cooking less chaotic - CNET

Cooking for a crowd? Don't panic. Here's some of our best tips that will make the meal turn out perfectly.

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7W MR16 LED Bulb 50W Halogen 550lm 4000K 6 pack - CNET

7W MR16 LED Bulb 50W Halogen 550lm 4000K 6 pack

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Save on QardioArm Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor: Compact and Portable Digital Upper Arm Cuff - Bluetooth Compatible for Apple and Android Devices, Arctic White and more - CNET

Save on QardioArm Wireless Blood Pressure Monitor: Compact and Portable Digital Upper Arm Cuff - Bluetooth Compatible for Apple and Android Devices, Arctic White and more

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Save $20 on Ring Alarm 5-Piece Home Security System - CNET

Save $20 on Ring Alarm 5-Piece Home Security System

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TEESSO WIFI Smart Plug Compatible with Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT, Mini Wireless Outlet Switch Remote Control Your Devices from Anywher - CNET

TEESSO WIFI Smart Plug Compatible with Alexa, Google Home, IFTTT, Mini Wireless Outlet Switch Remote Control Your Devices from Anywher

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Echo Wall Clock now available on Amazon, brings visual cues to Alexa timers - CNET

For when you want that groovy countdown effect.

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Smart Light Switch, Gosund Smart Wifi Light Switch with Remote Control and Timer, Works with Alexa, Google home and IFTTT, No Hub required, Easy and Safe installation, ETL and FCC listed. - CNET

Smart Light Switch, Gosund Smart Wifi Light Switch with Remote Control and Timer, Works with Alexa, Google home and IFTTT, No Hub required, Easy and Safe installation, ETL and FCC listed.

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Amber Yellow LED Bug Light 75watt equivalent 1100lm 2 Pack - CNET

Amber Yellow LED Bug Light 75watt equivalent 1100lm 2 Pack

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Save up to 21% on Philips Hue Smart Bulb Bundles - CNET

Save up to 21% on Philips Hue Smart Bulb Bundles

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Dimmable Adjustable romantic retro Edison bulb - CNET

Dimmable Adjustable romantic retro Edison bulb

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SPECILITE 12W LED Edison Bulb - CNET

SPECILITE 12W LED Edison Bulb

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Up to 40% off Holiday String Lights - CNET

Up to 40% off Holiday String Lights

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Save up to 20% on Philips Hue Smart Lighting - CNET

Save up to 20% on Philips Hue Smart Lighting

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4 smart ways to deter break-ins - CNET

Fret no more when you leave the house. Use these four tricks to deter break-ins with your smart home.

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Save 50% on eufy Genie Smart Speaker plus Lumos Smart Bulb - CNET

Save 50% on eufy Genie Smart Speaker plus Lumos Smart Bulb

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Amazon Echo Input review: Make any speaker an Alexa speaker for $35 - CNET

Amazon's cheapest Echo device adds Alexa smarts to any speaker with Bluetooth or an aux jack. But is it a better buy than the Dot?

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2018 Holiday Gift Guide, Part 3

We combed through our recent Top Picks as we head into the final stretch of the 2018 holiday shopping season and came up with a list of 11 potential gifts — to give or get.

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Mini Wi-Fi Smart Plug, 15A Wireless WiFi Smart Dual Outlet,2 in 1 Mini Socket Remote Control Works with Google Home,Alexa,Echo Dot - CNET

Mini Wi-Fi Smart Plug, 15A Wireless WiFi Smart Dual Outlet,2 in 1 Mini Socket Remote Control Works with Google Home,Alexa,Echo Dot

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Amazon's Ring takes heat for considering facial recognition for its video doorbells - CNET

Two patent applications from the company describe identifying "suspicious" people then automatically alerting police.

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Andrei Rublev

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Set in the early 1400s, Russian writer-director Andrei Tarkovsky’s greatest masterpiece depicts the life of the famous icon painter, Andrei Rublev. But it also keeps everyday village existence, extraordinary events, and medieval Russian history moving from background to foreground in an episodic narrative tapestry. Princes and religion rule every aspect of Russian life, with motivation for actions stemming from belief in God (or the retribution of the church), subservience, and fear of the merciless Tartar invaders. Faith and art are put to the test in this overflowing epic as the painter travels through the decades of his time.

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11 DTS Play-Fi Products Get Alexa Voice Control

DTS has announced that 11 more DTS Play-Fi-enabled products from three top audio brands are now compatible with Alexa voice control.

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Anki's Vector, the adorable mini robot, is getting Alexa - CNET

The software update will arrive on Dec. 17.

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Facebook Portal now lets you play Words with Friends and zoom in on your victory dance - CNET

The smart display for video chatting gets a bunch of extra features in time for the holidays.

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Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Announces 2019 Inductees

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame today announced its Class of 2019 inductees, comprising seven acts that launched influential music careers in the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s.

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Google Assistant learns how to speak Australian - CNET

Your Google Home can now speak with a British or Australian accent.

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Echo Dot, Home Mini, and Philips Hue: The best smart home Christmas gifts for 2018 - CNET

Our top gift picks for anyone on your list who might want a smart speaker, a smart lock or a connected convection oven.

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Echo Dot, Home Mini, and Simplisafe: The best smart home Christmas gifts for 2018 - CNET

Best smart home gifts for 2018.

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Amazon's Alexa Guard can alert you if an Echo detects smoke alarm, breaking glass - CNET

You'll get a heads-up on your phone if an Echo device in your home detects a worrisome sound.

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These smart plugs are the secret to a seamless smart home - CNET

Small but mighty, these smart plugs add voice control, power monitoring and a handful of conveniences to ordinary devices.

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Ooma Butterfleye Smart Security Camera for $90 + free shipping - CNET

Ooma Butterfleye Smart Security Camera for $90

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Hands On: Fire TV Recast DVR Brings Live TV and Recording to Amazon’s Ecosystem

The release of the Fire TV Recast DVR highlights Amazon’s effort to offer a complete streaming solution. The Recast is a network connected tuner and DVR that adds live TV and recording to Fire TV’s current offering of streaming apps and Amazon Prime premium channels like STARZ, HBO, Showtime, and more. It’s everything a cord-cutter could want.

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5 ways to celebrate Christmas with Google Home - CNET

Bring in the Christmas spirit with your smart speaker.

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Alexa Christmas tips: 10 fun things to try - CNET

Make the holidays a little more festive with Amazon's smart-home assistant.

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Astell&Kern Adds MQA Support to 3 Music Players

Astell&Kern has announced a firmware update that adds MQA support to three of its portable hi-res music players.

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Hiwild Smart Plug, Mini Wifi Outlet homekit Compatible with Alexa & Google Home, No Hub Required smart plug outlet timer outlet socket set remote voice control Smart Socket - CNET

Hiwild Smart Plug, Mini Wifi Outlet homekit Compatible with Alexa & Google Home, No Hub Required smart plug outlet timer outlet socket set remote voice control Smart Socket

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Save on Energizer CA10 40 Watt Equivalent Filament LED Light Bulb with E26 Base (Dimmable), 12-Pack, Soft White-E26 and more - CNET

Save on Energizer CA10 40 Watt Equivalent Filament LED Light Bulb with E26 Base (Dimmable), 12-Pack, Soft White-E26 and more

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iTeknic Bluetooth Body Fat Scale, Digital Weight Bathroom Scale Body Composition Analyzer with Smartphone APP - CNET

iTeknic Bluetooth Body Fat Scale, Digital Weight Bathroom Scale Body Composition Analyzer with Smartphone APP

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MARNUR Digital Body Fat Scale, Weight Scale, Bathroom Scale - with BIA Technology High-Precision Sensors and Tape Measure for Body Composition Analysis and Healthy Life - CNET

MARNUR Digital Body Fat Scale, Weight Scale, Bathroom Scale - with BIA Technology High-Precision Sensors and Tape Measure for Body Composition Analysis and Healthy Life

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Epson Home Cinema 4010 4K PRO-UHD LCD Projector Review

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PRICE $1,999

AT A GLANCE
Plus
Extended color
Good brightness and contrast
Great value
Minus
Blacks could be better
High fan noise with picture optimized for HDR

THE VERDICT
he Epson 4010’s near-perfect color, good contrast, and wide array of setup features make it a strong under-$2,000 projector option.

Affordable, 4K-capable projectors are very much a reality — Sound & Vision has reviewed several such models plucked from the DLP, LCD, and LCOS camps. And in some cases, “affordable” can equate to $2,000 or less. One drawback you have to contend with when considering such projectors is their dependence on pixel-shifting technology to display a full Ultra HD image onscreen. But given the crisp pictures we’ve seen when viewing with pixel-shifting models from JVC, Optoma, Epson, and others, the lack of true 4K-resolution imaging chips ultimately isn’t much of a drawback at all.

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JL Audio Expands Fathom Line of In-Wall/Ceiling Subwoofers

The subwoofer gurus at JL Audio announced that they have begun shipping an 8-inch version of their high-performance Fathom in-wall subwoofer system featuring an enclosure option for in-ceiling applications.

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Feit 60W Equivalent A19 Non Dimmable 10 Year LED 3 Pack - CNET

Feit 60W Equivalent A19 Non Dimmable 10 Year LED 3 Pack

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Vizio Announces Last-Minute Deals on TVs, Soundbars

Vizio today announced several “last minute holiday bargains” on 4K TVs and soundbars, including one that supports Dolby Atmos.

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ConnectSense Smart Outlet 2 review: A smart outlet for every assistant - CNET

ConnectSense packs a lot into this $60 behemoth that will take over your wall to deliver all sorts of smarts.

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Scott Kirkland Reboots The Crystal Method

Scott Kirkland of The Crystal Method got on the line with us to discuss getting back to his core electronic music values on The Trip Home after parting ways with his longtime collaborative partner Ken Jordan, his thoughts about remixing new and catalog material in Dolby Atmos, and refocusing his goals following brain surgery.

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Unboxing the Nanoleaf Canvas video - CNET

CNET editors unbox the Nanoleaf Canvas. These smart LED light panels are touch- and sound-sensitive. They can be controlled any number of ways: on the panel itself, with an app, Alexa, Google Home, Siri, or IFTT. At one point, the light panels are reacting to the music you are listening to in the video. This is the nine panel starter kit which retails for $248. There are expansion kits and larger kits of these smart LED light panels. Music: Below Zero by Jason Pedder, Ben Ziapour, Simon Anderson

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Nest Secure Alarm System Starter Pack for $249 + free shipping - CNET

Nest Secure Alarm System Starter Pack for $249

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Save on Hive Starter Pack, Smart Home Automation with LED Lights, Smart Outlet, and Motion Sensors, Works with Alexa and Google Home and more - CNET

Save on Hive Starter Pack, Smart Home Automation with LED Lights, Smart Outlet, and Motion Sensors, Works with Alexa and Google Home and more

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First ‘IMAX Enhanced’ Titles Arrive on 4K Blu-ray

DTS today announced the release of the first two IMAX Enhanced 4K/Ultra HD Blu-ray Discs.

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How I Kept 60 Minutes Honest and Killed My Shot at TV Stardom

It had been a rough 24-hours for Steve Kroft, the 60 Minutes correspondent. His boss had just been fired for sending an eye-popping text to a female reporter at CBS News investigating sexual harassment at the company. In the New York Times the next day, Kroft called the text "threatening and inappropriate. It’s unfortunate, and everything about this situation saddens me.”

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Bass Cows from Hell!

Well, actually, that title should be Bass Cows from Mars! But in any case, in the long tradition of weird ways to show off your system's bass response, NASA has kindly obliged us with an especially weird way.

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Nielsen Tallies Americans Love Affair with Streaming

Take a moment to tally up how much time you spend watching TV every day/week/month. A lot, right? Now consider much of that time is spent watching movies and TV shows on Netflix, Amazon, and other streaming services.

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