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Stuff We Love: Dyson V11 Torque Drive

We tested the top-of-the-line Dyson V11 Torque Drive and nearly fell in love with vacuuming the house.


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Things Your Robot Vacuum Might Know About Your House

Your robot vacuum knows more about you and your household than you might think.


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If You Charge Your iPhone Like This, You Could Be Ruining Its Battery

Oh, no! Most people do this every day, and they have no idea the consequences could be this bad.


Installing a Single-Pole Smart Light Switch

Make your regular light switch smart in five easy steps!


Foam Outlet Insulation Stops Cold Air Coming Through Electrical Outlets

Stop drafts cold at electrical boxes with these easy foam outlet insulation tips.


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Homeowner’s Guide to Buying a Thermostat

Need a new thermostat? Before the winter chill sets in, upgrade to one that will regulate the heat in your...

Handy Home Products Created by Small Businesses

Small businesses need your help in these challenging times. Support them if you can!


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GFCI Plug Receptacle: How to Install GFCI Outlets

GCFI outlets provide cheap insurance against deadly shocks.


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Create a Dream Home Theater With Amazon Prime Day Deals

Prime Day is right around the corner but it's especially exciting when Amazon announces early deals that are available right...


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19 Low-Key Ways to Keep Your House Warm This Winter

As the temperature starts to take a dip, there are some simple things you can do to cut back on...


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What Are Thermostat Ghost Readings?

Ghost thermostat readings aren't supernatural, but they can suck the life out of your energy budget. Here is what they...


8 Best Vacuum Cleaners for Pet Hair and Stains

Want to effectively pick up what your furry friends are putting down? Here are some of the best vacuums for...


How to Install a Google Nest Hello Doorbell

See who's knocking on your door — with a smart doorbell.


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What to Know About Smart Sprinklers

Save money and water with a sprinkler controller that connects with an app or smart assistant.


13 Ways You’re Shortening the Life of Your Vacuum Cleaner

Don't suck the life out of your vacuum cleaner. Follow this advice to help it last longer and run better.

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6 Best Smart Doorbells for Your Home

A smart doorbell can help you step up your smart home game, adding live video feed, two-way audio, motion alerts...


Weird Smart Home Gadgets You Didn’t Know Existed

As smart homes become more and more of a trend, an increasing number of strange smart gadgets are popping up...


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What to Know About Smart Locks

These locks can be controlled remotely and have many useful features.


Best Outdoor TVs for Patio Living

Find the best outdoor TV for alfresco entertaining—perfect for watching sports, hosting movie nights or binging a favorite show.


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What to Know About the Nest Thermostat

The Nest Thermostat can help save money on heating and cooling costs while keeping your home cozy.


How to Wire an Outlet and Add an Electrical Outlet

Use this easy method to install a new electrical outlet without a lot of wire pulling.

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Best Smart Glasses

Want some wearable technology? Smart glasses let you view info, listen to music, make calls and more, without taking your...


Best Smart Light Bulbs for 2022

Brighten every room of your home—and even the exterior of your house—with the best smart light bulbs.


How to Wire a 3-Way Light Switch

3-way switch diagrams and instructions to change a single-pole light switch to a 3-way switch.


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Troubleshooting Dead Outlets and What to Do When GFCI Won’t Reset

Try these electrical tests before calling an electrician.


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What to Know About Smart Plugs

Smart plugs can take an ordinary (dumb!) appliance or device and make it smart in minutes, no tech knowledge needed.


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The Best Smart Plugs for 2022

Smart plugs can turn just about anything into a smart device. Here are the best picks.