Category: smart home

Lenovo’s Google-powered Smart Clock drops to $40 at Best Buy

[ad_1] When we reviewed the Smart Clock, we gave it a score of 87 for its compact, attractive design, useful alarm clock features and affordability. It also won Best of CES 2019 in the connected home product category. We appreciate that it doesn’t have a camera, which alleviates some privacy concerns, and you can toggle […]

Google adds group video calls to Duo and Meet on smart displays

[ad_1] Starting next week, you’ll be able to start a video call with multiple contacts by asking your Assistant to “make a group call on Duo” or “make a group call on Meet” or create one via the visual interface on the screen. The feature will support up to 32 people on Duo and a […]

Get a Lenovo Smart Clock for $40 at Best Buy

[ad_1] All products recommended by Engadget are selected by our editorial team, independent of our parent company. If you buy something through one of the links on this page, we may earn an affiliate commission. Remember when you could check the time in the middle of the night without grabbing your phone and getting sucked […]

Eve’s HomeKit-only indoor security camera arrives on June 23rd

[ad_1] It’s still hard to find HomeKit-friendly security cameras, let alone ones that are focused primarily on Apple’s smart home framework, but Eve Systems is close to filling that gap. The company is shipping the HomeKit-exclusive Eve Cam indoor security camera on June 23rd, with pre-orders available now. The $150 device uses HomeKit Secure Video […]

Google offers a free Nest Hub to some Aware subscribers

[ad_1] The promotions come after Google streamlined Nest Aware in May. Instead of paying per camera, the new subscription starts at $60 per year (or $6 per month) and provides 30 days of event video for all the Nest security devices inside your home. The more expensive $120 per year Nest Aware Plus subscription comes […]

Google’s advanced hacking protection comes to Nest devices

[ad_1] Google’s Advanced Protection Program hasn’t been very accommodating of smart homes so far — you’ve had to forego Nest devices if you wanted those additional safeguards. It won’t be a problem from now on, though. The internet giant has enabled Advanced Protection for Google accounts on Nest devices, making it possible to use a […]

Arlo Video Doorbell now takes commands from Google Assistant

[ad_1] You no longer have to live in an Amazon-focused household for Arlo’s Video Doorbell to make the most sense. Arlo has introduced Google Assistant support to deliver notifications and send commands. If you’re worried about the ruckus outside, you can ask Google to “show me the front door” and get a video feed sent […]

Grab a Google Nest WiFi 3-pack with a Home speaker for $300 at HSN

[ad_1] Buy Nest WiFi 2-pack on Best Buy – $200 Google’s past WiFi routers have had difficulty standing out, but the Nest WiFi’s inclusion of smart speaker functionality gives it an edge over some models. So long as you’re close to an access point, you can talk to Google Assistant. The system is also easy […]

Snag discounted Nest routers in Google’s Memorial Day sale

[ad_1] Engadget gave the Google Nest WiFi a score of 84 when we reviewed the device last fall. Google’s latest router is easy to set up, and its new, more attractive design allows it to fit in neatly in almost any home. The router also doubles as a Google Assistant-enabled smart speaker — though some people will […]

August’s slimmer WiFi smart lock is now available for $250

[ad_1] After debuting earlier this year at CES 2020, August’s latest smart lock is now available to buy. Starting today, you can purchase the $250 WiFi Smart Lock on the company’s website and Best Buy (where it seems to have sold out already). On May 17th, it will also be available at other major retailers.   Besides a 45 percent smaller […]