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Live view is not loading for many owners of the first Nest Doorbell

Owner reports say the live feed does not show in the Google Home app, and Google has not announced a fix.

Why it matters. If you own this doorbell you may not see live video right now, though notifications still arrive.

In simple words. A Google doorbell does not show live video for many people. Notifications still work. The company has not said when it will fix this.

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Watch: check your app and do not replace the device now.

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Google cuts ties with Videostrong over a backdoor in Android TV boxes

Google says shutting down the control servers cuts access to at least 10 million additional compromised devices.

Why it matters. If you own a cheap Android TV box, this news is worth a look.

In simple words. Google shut down the control point for millions of infected TV boxes. That should make them mostly safe. Some people may still prefer a new box.

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Watch: if you own a Mecool box, consider an alternative.

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Robot vacuums: top picks right now

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Narwal Flow 2$1,300

31,000 Pa · FlowWash rolling track mop, self-cleaning · 280 min

GoodHomes with mostly hard floors that want a top mop and a tidy dock.

Watch outThe price moves: the list price is $1,499, and the store showed $1,299 when we checked.

Best for mopping
Roborock Qrevo Curv 2 Flow$850

20,000 Pa · Roller mop, real-time fresh-water self-cleaning

GoodHard floors and mixed homes where you want flagship cleaning at a mid price.

Watch outRoborock lists a 5,200 mAh battery but no runtime in minutes.

Best value
SwitchBot K11+ Pro$300

12,000 Pa · Basic disposable cloths for light wiping

GoodSmall flats, bedrooms and offices, and Apple Home users on a budget.

Watch outMopping is light only: it wipes the floor rather than scrubs it.

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Netflix adds an AI Discover tab on TV to suggest shows by mood

The first test offers titles by themes like "something light" and "family movie night". Rollout starts now in the US.

Why it matters. Choosing what to watch takes a long time. The new tab shortens it with mood-based picks.

In simple words. Netflix added a new button on TV. You pick a mood like "something light" and it suggests matching films. It starts in the US first.

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Watch: it may reach your country later, with no date given.

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Apple HomeView may double as a security camera, software text suggests

Text in HomeView software 27.2 describes a security camera mode, but Apple has not announced it.

Why it matters. If true, the display would act as a home camera, but it touches privacy and is not confirmed.

In simple words. Apple's new home display has a camera. Someone found text in its software about using it to watch over the home. Apple has not confirmed this.

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Watch: unconfirmed, and it concerns privacy.

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Eufy Omni C28Eufy Omni C28$800Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1$700

Pick the Eufy Omni C28 for mopping and a dock that does more for you.

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9 models: Xiaomi lists TV A Pro e series globally with Google TV

A QLED line from 32 to 85 inches; the four largest models reach 120Hz in game mode.

Why it matters. QLED screens and Google TV in many sizes could suit anyone wanting a gaming-friendly TV without a big spend.

In simple words. Xiaomi showed a new line of TVs in many sizes. Some can show video games more smoothly. We do not know the prices yet.

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Watch: new TVs that may reach many markets.

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About $99.99: Amazon launches a new Echo Dot and four more Alexa devices

Echo Dot, Echo Studio, Echo Time and the photo frame are available today in the US; Echo Show 16 is up for pre-order.

Why it matters. The new devices run Alexa+, and Echo Dot becomes a smart home hub without an extra box.

In simple words. Amazon announced new speakers, a clock and a photo frame you can talk to. Most are available today in the US, and the Echo Show 16 screen is up for pre-order.

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Watch: prices are in dollars and sales start in the US.

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Microsoft to end Copilot on LG and Samsung smart TVs during 2026

A notice on an LG TV says the Copilot feature is going away. No exact date and no official statement from the companies yet.

Why it matters. If your TV has Copilot, the feature will disappear soon. The rest of the TV is not affected.

In simple words. Microsoft will switch off its Copilot helper on smart TVs this year. The rest of your TV keeps working as before.

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Watch: if you use Copilot on your TV, wait for an official date.

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$1,695: Matic Serene cleans at 52 decibels

Matic launches its first new model since 2023; the main change is less noise, and it is available now.

Why it matters. Loud robot vacuums often get switched off before they finish, so a quieter one can clean more fully.

In simple words. The company Matic launched a new robot vacuum that is quieter than before. It costs a little more than the old one.

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Watch: the main difference is the noise.

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About CNY 799: Xiaomi's Mijia fan cools in summer and heats in winter

A tower fan at CNY 799 blows cool or warm air with a 2200W heating element and a smart thermostat.

Why it matters. One device for summer and winter saves space at home, but it is sold in China only so far.

In simple words. Xiaomi made a fan that blows cool air in summer and warm air in winter. You can set the room temperature. It is sold only in China for now.

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Watch: sold in China only for now.

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Wyze Solar Cam, a sun-powered security camera, is on sale for $69.98

The 2K camera needs about an hour of sunlight to stay charged, and costs $69.98 in the US with the solar panel.

Why it matters. An outdoor camera with no wires and no manual charging, at a low price.

In simple words. Wyze launched a security camera that charges itself from the sun. It needs no wires, and an hour of sun keeps it ready. It costs little and is on sale now in the US.

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Try it: a simple sun-powered camera to watch over your home.

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If your Google Home Speaker uses lots of data, Google’s fix is rolling out

Some users report the Google Home Speaker downloading large amounts of data in the background, and Google says a fix is rolling out now.

Why it matters. The downloads could pass a home data cap if you have several speakers.

In simple words. Some Google Home speakers downloaded a lot of data for no clear reason. Google says a fix has started to arrive. You can check the speaker’s usage in the Home app or your router.

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Try it: open the speaker’s usage in the Google Home app or your router.

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Hisense U6SF 65-inch 4K 144 Hz TV tested: good picture at about $600

Notebookcheck's review finds strong image quality for the price, with some limits in dimming, bass and gaming motion.

Why it matters. A 144 Hz TV at this price is rare. The review helps buyers know what they give up.

In simple words. A review of a 65-inch Hisense TV that costs about $600. The picture is good for the price. The sound is a little thin, and fast games can look slightly blurry.

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Worth a look if you want a big, bright TV for less.

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About $17: Xiaomi launches the Smart Switch 2 Pro wall switch

It fits in place of a normal light switch without rewiring and works by app and voice. The current price is China's crowdfunding price.

Why it matters. A cheap way to make lights smart by replacing the old switch.

In simple words. Xiaomi sells a smart light switch in China that replaces the old one. It works with an app and your voice. It costs little and is not sold in other countries yet.

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Watch: a nice idea, but China-only for now.

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Govee Outdoor Deck Lights 2 add Matter and cost $119.99 in the US

The 10-light, 44-foot string is rated IP67 and works with Matter smart homes. It is on sale in the US.

Why it matters. Matter support means the lights can work with several smart home apps, not only Govee's.

In simple words. Govee made new lights for decks and gardens. They are waterproof and work with many smart home apps. They are on sale in the US.

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Worth a look if you want smart lights for a deck or garden.

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Xiaomi opens pre-sale of a 6kg Mijia washer for 587 yuan

The top-load machine has a 19-minute quick wash and 10 programs. It is sold only through Xiaomi's online store in China for now.

Why it matters. It shows how low the price of a basic smart-brand appliance can go.

In simple words. Xiaomi is selling a small, low-cost washing machine in China. It has a quick 19-minute wash. It is not sold in other countries yet.

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Skip: nothing changes for you, it is China only.

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Say "stop" and Gemini for Home now goes quiet right away

Google's October 14 Home update closes the microphone on "stop" and moves Philips Hue to local Matter control.

Why it matters. Voice commands feel less chatty, and Matter lights can answer faster because commands stay at home.

In simple words. Your Google speaker now goes quiet as soon as you say "stop", without talking back. Some smart lights will also answer faster.

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Try it: update the Home app and say "stop" once.

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Shelly Presence Gen4 sensor tracks up to 10 people for $84.99

The radar sensor spots people and pets without a camera, and works with Google Home, Apple Home, Alexa and SmartThings.

Why it matters. Lights and heating can follow you around the home, with no camera recording your rooms.

In simple words. This small gadget can tell when people are in a room, using radio waves instead of a camera. It can then turn lights on and off for you.

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Worth a look if you like a camera-free smart home.

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Eufy Window Camera E10 costs $79.99 and sticks to the inside of a window

The plug-in 2.5K camera watches driveways from indoors, tilts down 25 degrees and finds people, cars and pets on the device. US shipping starts by mid-November.

Why it matters. You can watch the outside without drilling holes or going outdoors. AI alerts and recording have no monthly fee.

In simple words. Eufy made a small camera that sticks to the inside of a window and watches outside. It can tell people, cars and pets apart. It costs $79.99 and ships in about a month.

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Worth a look if you want to watch a driveway without outdoor wiring.

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Google Home now controls Philips Hue lights on your own network

The latest Google Home app adds local Matter control, so Hue lights can answer without going through the internet first.

Why it matters. Lights can respond faster and more reliably. You do not need to set anything up again.

In simple words. Google's home app can now talk to Philips Hue lights inside your house. That can make the lights react faster. You do not need to set them up again.

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Worth a look if you have Hue lights and a Google Home hub.

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Apple Home Collection adds LG cameras and Schneider thermostats

Apple, LG and Schneider Electric launch cameras, a lock, a doorbell and thermostats that set up with one tap on iPhone. Most ship in December.

Why it matters. These accessories work through the Apple Home app only, so setup is simple for iPhone owners.

In simple words. Apple now sells home gadgets made with LG and Schneider, like cameras, a door lock and thermostats. You set them up with one tap on your iPhone. They arrive mostly in December.

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Worth a look if you use an iPhone at home.

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$299: Apple HomeView smart home display ships November 13

Apple's new 7-inch home display runs Siri AI and comes as a tabletop or wall-mounted model. Pre-orders are open in six countries.

Why it matters. It is Apple's first screen made to run a home: music, video calls, cameras and controls in one place.

In simple words. Apple made a small screen for your home. You can ask it to play music, show cameras or help with the house. It costs $299 and goes on sale on November 13.

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Worth a look: Apple's first home display, on sale November 13.

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Apple unveils Apple TV 4K with A19 chip and Siri AI for $299

The new box has built-in microphones for hands-free Siri. Pre-orders start today; stores get it November 13.

Why it matters. You can talk to your TV box without a remote, and older Apple TV 4K models get Siri AI in beta too.

In simple words. Apple has a new TV box. You can talk to it to find shows, even without holding the remote. It costs $299 and reaches stores on November 13.

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Worth a look if you want to talk to your TV.

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HomePod mini 2 is $149 and reaches stores October 30

Apple's new small speaker uses the S10 chip and comes in five colors. Siri AI arrives later in a software update.

Why it matters. If you want a small Apple smart speaker, the new one is open for pre-order. Its best Siri features come after launch.

In simple words. Apple made a new small smart speaker. It costs $149 and goes on sale October 30. The smarter voice helper will be added later.

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Worth a look if you want an easy smart speaker.

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Apple sets a "Welcome home" event for October 13

Apple posted a short teaser saying "Welcome home. October 13." Reports say the event is about smart home products. Apple has not listed them.

Why it matters. Apple is expected to show home devices. If you use HomeKit or plan a smart home, the products may matter to you.

In simple words. Apple said it will hold an event on October 13 called Welcome home. Reports say it will show new devices for the home, such as a screen for your wall or desk. Apple has not said what they are yet.

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Watch: Apple's home products are the main thing to follow on October 13.

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Onvis launches an outdoor Matter-over-Thread plug with energy monitoring

The Onvis Outdoor Smart Plug is IP65-rated, handles up to 1800 watts and is on sale now on Amazon.

Why it matters. It works with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home and SmartThings without its own hub. That makes outdoor lights easy to schedule.

In simple words. Onvis made a weatherproof smart plug for outside. You can turn things on and off from your phone and see how much power they use. It works with the main smart home apps.

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Worth a look if you want to schedule garden lights or a pump.

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Roborock Saros 20 Flow robot vacuum lists at $1,699.99 in the US

The new flagship has 36,000 Pa suction and a pressurized self-washing mop. Roborock's store page shows it out of stock for now.

Why it matters. It is Roborock's top vacuum-mop for 2026 and it costs more than most laptops. Wait for reviews and a real sale price.

In simple words. Roborock's new top robot vacuum, which also mops, is listed at $1,699.99 in the US. That is more than many laptops cost. The store page said it was out of stock, so wait for reviews and a real selling price.

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Wait: if you want a top mop-vacuum, read reviews first.

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PrimeBot prices Q1 and T1 home robots at CNY 19,999, shipping from Oct 1

The Shanghai brand sells an 88 cm humanoid and a robot that switches between wheels and four legs. Both start at CNY 19,999, about $2,980.

Why it matters. Home humanoids are starting to reach shoppers. The top versions are open to developers, but sales are in China only for now.

In simple words. A company in Shanghai now sells home robots. One looks like a small person. The other can switch between rolling on wheels and walking on four legs. For now, you can only buy them in China.

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Watch: a home humanoid you can order today is a new kind of gadget.

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Ring's first smart lock can recharge by turning a dial, $249 in early 2027

If the battery runs out, a few turns of the thumb-turn dial give the lock enough power to open. Ring says it arrives in the US in early 2027.

Why it matters. A flat battery is the main fear with smart locks. A built-in hand crank means you do not need a spare key or a 9-volt battery.

In simple words. Ring is making a smart door lock with a small dial you can turn by hand. A few turns give it enough power to open the door if its battery is empty. It costs $249 and comes in early 2027.

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Watch: a neat idea. Wait for reviews and the real launch date.

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$299.99: Nvidia raises Shield TV Pro price by $100 from October 2

Nvidia says memory and other parts cost much more now. The 2019 streaming box was $199.99 at launch. Stock is thin at Nvidia's own store.

Why it matters. Even a seven-year-old TV box costs more because memory prices are up. A cheaper streamer suits most people.

In simple words. Nvidia's Shield TV Pro streaming box now costs $299.99, which is $100 more. Nvidia says parts like memory cost more now. Most people can use a much cheaper streaming box.

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Wait: unless you need its extra video support, a cheaper box is enough.

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Keurig opens Alta preorders at $499.99 with compostable coffee pucks

The Alta brews coffee and espresso-style drinks from plant-coated coffee pucks instead of plastic pods. Orders ship from October 21 in the US.

Why it matters. It is Keurig’s move away from plastic pods. The machine costs more than most, and the pucks only work in it.

In simple words. Keurig has a new coffee machine called Alta. It uses small pressed coffee pucks that can be composted instead of plastic pods. It costs $499.99 and ships from October 21.

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Worth a look if plastic pods bother you. Wait for reviews and refill prices.

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Startup Flourish shows a $3,555 wheeled home robot, first 50 units by Christmas

Flourish One is a two-arm robot on six wheels, powered by a Raspberry Pi, for tidying and simple chores. It is not yet shipping.

Why it matters. Home humanoids are usually $20,000 or more. This one is cheap, but it is small, early, and limited.

In simple words. A small company showed a home robot with two arms that rolls on wheels, for $3,555. It is made for tidying up and wiping tables. Only 50 are planned for now, so you cannot buy one yet.

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Watch: cheap home robots are coming, but this one has not shipped yet.

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SwitchBot K11+ Pro compact robot vacuum adds Matter, from $299.99 on Amazon

The small vacuum doubles its suction to 12,000 Pa and works with Apple Home through Matter over Wi-Fi.

Why it matters. Few small, low-cost robot vacuums work with Apple Home. This one suits small flats and tight rooms.

In simple words. SwitchBot has a small robot vacuum with stronger suction. It can join Apple Home and similar systems. It costs about $300 to $400 in the US, so wait for reviews first.

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Wait for independent tests, mainly on obstacle avoidance.

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