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Updated: 2026-07-26 06:30 PM CT
Never Plug These Devices Into a Smart Plug
[CNET Smart Home] Never Plug These Devices Into a Smart Plug

Smart plugs are convenient, but they’re not appropriate for everything. Here are the tools and appliances you should never connect to a smart plug.

Ring’s New Spotlight Camera Is Astoundingly Good, If You Turn Off Its AI Surveillance
[CNET Smart Home] Ring’s New Spotlight Camera Is Astoundingly Good, If You Turn Off Its AI Surveillance

Ring’s newest spotlight camera is a versatile security maestro, but you may want to adjust some settings when using it.

I Tried 2 Budget Smart Telescopes: How They Make the Stars Your New Hobby
[CNET Smart Home] I Tried 2 Budget Smart Telescopes: How They Make the Stars Your New Hobby

Getting an affordable smart telescope, like the Dwarf Mini or Seestar S30, is easier and more rewarding than I thought.

Your Smart Home Is Raising Your Electric Bill. Here’s How to Stop It
[CNET Smart Home] Your Smart Home Is Raising Your Electric Bill. Here’s How to Stop It

Always-on devices can quietly boost your energy use. Here are some settings to change — and some devices you might want to unplug — to avoid wasting energy and money.

Let's Clear the Air: The CNET-Favorite Windmill Air Purifier Max Is Now $100 Off
[CNET Smart Home] Let's Clear the Air: The CNET-Favorite Windmill Air Purifier Max Is Now $100 Off

At $299, the Windmill three-in-one air purifier brings cleaner air and smart features to your home for less.

My Favorite College Dorm Smart Devices That I've Personally Tested
[CNET Smart Home] My Favorite College Dorm Smart Devices That I've Personally Tested

Every dorm room deserves an upgrade with these capable, space-saving smart products I've reviewed for back-to-school plans.

We Do the Math: The Money You’ll Save Switching to Home LED Lights
[CNET Smart Home] We Do the Math: The Money You’ll Save Switching to Home LED Lights

LED bulbs are a great way to cut energy costs. CNET found out just how much you could save with a house switchover.

11 Smart Devices I’m Still Using at Home Even After My Testing Is Done
[CNET Smart Home] 11 Smart Devices I’m Still Using at Home Even After My Testing Is Done

Some products stick with me, even after my reviews. Here’s what I’m currently using, and why.

My All-Purpose Air Quality Monitor Is Helping Me Track the Smoke This Summer
[CNET Smart Home] My All-Purpose Air Quality Monitor Is Helping Me Track the Smoke This Summer

SwitchBot’s air meter is one of my favorite monitors to use around the house, especially in wildfire season.

Best Smart Speakers for 2026: Big Sound and So Much More
[CNET Smart Home] Best Smart Speakers for 2026: Big Sound and So Much More

We tested smart speaker audio, voice assistants and sensors to find the best for your home.