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Meta Quest 3: Everything you need to know
The Quest 3 is slimmer, has improved displays and now does mixed reality
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Which Withings smart scale to buy – Body Smart, Comp or Scan?
If you're deciding which Withings smart scale to buy, we've got the lowdown on models in the new range so you can compare and choose the right one
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We've seen Dyson's 360 Vis Nav robot vac: Here's what we think
We had a hands-on with Dyson's brand new 360 Vis Nav robot vacuum. Here's what you need to know
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Amazon launches new smart home controller: the Echo Hub
The Echo Hub tries to make it more convenient to control all your smart home devices
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How Alexa is about to become almost human
Alexa interactions still feel rigid and formulaic, but Amazon plans to use generative AI to make it feel like you're talking to an actual person
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How Alexa Map View is going to solve your smart home woes
Soon, you won’t have to remember what that lamp or switch is called thanks to a new feature coming to the Alexa app
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Everything Amazon announced at its September 2023 event
Amazon's biggest launch event of the year saw some major Alexa updates, as well as a plethora of new devices
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EZVIZ unveils a smarter way to upgrade your intercom
EZVIZ’s HP7 smart video door phone can be fitted to your gate or door in place of your existing intercom, to give you smart home security.
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What will Amazon launch at its special event on 20 September?
Echo, Fire TV, Kindle, Fire tablet, Echo Buds: all the hardware Amazon could announce this week
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New AirPods 2023: What to expect from the AirPods, Pro, Lite, and Max
Will there be new AirPods in 2023? We check out rumors about the AirPods Lite and AirPods Max and discuss when AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods 4 will come out.
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Should I replace my fridge freezer?
If your fridge freezer is ageing, it may be costing you more than you think. Here's how to find out if the time has come to upgrade, or if a quick fix can help
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Sonos Move 2: Everything you need to know
The latest addition to the Sonos family is the Move 2, an updated portable smart speaker with Bluetooth, dual-tweeters, USB-C & 24-hour battery life
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Travel TVs are a hit at IFA
TVs are no longer home bound. Brands like LG, Vestel and Sylvox are paving the way for watching films and TV whilst you’re camping or on a road trip
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Your Philips Hue lights could be a burglar alarm – but it’ll cost you
Philips Hue is launching a light-based suite of smart security devices. The Secure range includes a camera, floodlight camera and contact sensors
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What is the limit of a 13A socket?
Worried about overloading your mains sockets? We explain how much you can safely plug into one 13A outlet
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Amazon's new Echo Show 5 is already buy one get one free
The first deal on the 2023 Show 5 is a superb one, with similar offers also available on the Echo Pop and latest Echo Dot
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You can now bag a Polaroid Roku TV from Asda for under £350
Asda is the latest supermarket chain to offer a budget 4K TV on its shelves, and this 55in model comes with Roku and Dolby Vision support
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Get smart home security for less in the EZVIZ summer sale
Get outdoor cameras for only £40 and indoor cameras for under £25 – with no subscription costs – in the EZVIZ summer sale
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Free Sky Glass and Sky Stream update makes navigation simpler
The update for Sky Glass and Sky Stream simplifies Playlists and adds fun voice commands that will take you straight to the Women's World Cup 2023
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