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What is a smart fridge and do I need one?
Wondering whether a smart fridge is worth the investment? We cut through the jargon and gimmicky features to share the useful reasons to buy one
By Verity Burns Last updated
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Winter heating: how to make sure yours doesn't break over the holidays
Winter heating is all about maintenance to prevent a breakdown. Here's what to do to prevent the stress of a freezing home
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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Want a deal on the Philips Hue Starter Kit? These are today's best prices
Get your hands on the Philips Hue Starter Kit – the best smart lighting around – for the best price possible
By Emily Shaw Published
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How to set up Alexa
Want to know how to set up Alexa on your new Amazon smart speaker? It's easy with these tips
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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How to set up Alexa: our top tips for getting your new digital assistant up and running
Want to know how to set up Alexa? Easily, with these tips
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Currys January sale: the best discounts on the best appliances, smart home tech and electricals
We've picked out the very best discounts in Currys January sale – saving you time (and money)
By Annie Collyer Published
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Currys January sale: the best deals on top appliances, smart home tech and more
We've selected the very best discounts in Currys January sale – saving you time (and money)
By Annie Collyer Last updated
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Currys Boxing Day and New Year sale: these are the best discounts on smart tech and home appliances
Our pick of the Currys sale brings you the best Boxing Day and New Year discounts on appliances, smart tech, TVs and more
By Annie Collyer Published
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Currys sale: the best Boxing Day bargains on gifts, smart tech and appliances
Our pick of the Currys sale brings you the best Boxing Day discounts on appliances, smart tech, TVs and more
By Annie Collyer Last updated
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Get a pet trackers for just £30 and never lose your furry friend again (especially in the dark)
Make a saving on this top rated pet tracker and ensure you never lose your pet again – the perfect present for pet owners who have to do dog walks in the dark...
By Emily Shaw Published
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Tech gifts: these are the best smart buys this Christmas
Give the best tech gifts to the tech lover in your life – it'll make their Christmas (smarter)
By Gerald Lynch Published
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This handy Google Chromecast is the ultimate stocking filler – and it's only £20
Gift a Google Chromecast this Christmas for endless, easy streaming. The ultimate stocking filler, it's currently just £20 at Currys...
By Emily Shaw Published
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Gaming consoles: Playstation, Xbox, Nintendo, PS4, VR, projectors... all the gifts for gamers you need
These gaming consoles are our top gifts for gamers if you're seeking gift inspiration for kids (or kidults) this Christmas
By Emily Shaw Published
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Yale Smart Living Indoor Wi-Fi Camera review
Find out if the affordable Yale Smart Living Indoor camera meets your needs in our no-jargon review
By Verity Burns Published
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This smart oven lets you check your dinner from your phone – and adjust settings, too
This brand new built-in oven camera is set to make our culinary lives a little bit easier
By Amelia Smith Published
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Apple Siri review
Our Apple Siri review is a must read if you're considering investing in smart offering from tech giants, Apple
By James Peckham Last updated
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Philips Hue Lightstrip review
Our Philips Hue Lightstrip review is a must read if you're thinking of investing in this popular smart lighting solution
By James Peckham Last updated
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Which Google speaker is right for me? Google Home vs Nest Hub vs Nest Mini vs Home Max
Wondering which Google speaker you should spend your money on? We cut through the jargon to give you our thoughts...
By Verity Burns Published
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*whispers* The Aldi radio looks like a Roberts Revival but it's £120 cheaper (we won't let on if you don't)
The retro-look Aldi radio is back: it looks like the Roberts Revival we all aspire to, but it's at a discount supermarket price
By Niamh Quinn Published
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Google Nest Hub review
Our Google Nest Hub review cuts through the jargon to reveal whether this smart speaker is worth buying
By Verity Burns Published
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These are the best gu 10 smart bulbs to up your smart lighting game at home
Upgrade your spotlights with our pick of the best gu 10 smart bulbs – they're super handy and will transform your lighting scheme
By Emily Shaw Published
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Tado Smart Thermostat research reveals the North/South divide when it comes to turning on the heating
Tado Smart Thermostats monitor energy usage – which provides interesting insights into when Northerners turn on their heating, compared with Southerners
By Emily Shaw Published
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Arlo Pro 2 security camera review
Considering the Arlo Pro 2? Read our review first...
By Verity Burns Published
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Moobox Pro XT security camera review
Wondering whether the Moobox Pro XT is the device for you? We reveal all in our review...
By Verity Burns Published
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This is the 5 star home security camera that's thrashing the competition and has $50 off
The Nooie Outdoor Home Security Camera delivers on image quality and smart features, and has $50 off at Amazon right now
By Anna Cottrell Published
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Google go green: here's how the tech giant's smart home buys are becoming more sustainable
Google bids to become more sustainable in the production of its smart home tech – proof that smart buys could contribute to a greener future
By Emily Shaw Published
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A smart mirror is the next big thing... here are just five things you didn't know they could do
We're predicting the smart mirror will be the next smart home essential... Trying out new looks, checking your diary while brushing your teeth... here are the reasons why you need one
By Emily Shaw Published
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Suffer from SAD? The Ikea smart bulb can help you beat dark mornings and ease the winter blues
Shopping Ikea this weekend? The Ikea smart bulb now offers a 'rise and shine' setting designed to make dark winter mornings that little bit easier
By Emily Shaw Published
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The Click and Grow Smart Garden lets you grow your own all year round
The Click and Grow Smart Garden uses an innovative combination of smart soil, a water tank, and LED lighting to help you grow your greens even during the winter months
By Anna Cottrell Published