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CNET Home ·

Everything We Expect From Apple’s Surprise Smart Home Event Next Week

Apple is finally entering the smart home in a huge way. Here’s what will reportedly be announced, and what we think is unlikely.
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Got a Microsoft 365 subscription? Your storage is about to shrink

Today, shared Microsoft 365 plans include 1 TB of OneDrive cloud storage for every family member. Microsoft is about to shrink that allotment dramatically.
Reviewed ·

One AI laptop platform, two builds for how you work

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Choosing the right laptop is less about determining which one has "better" specs and more…
Digital Trends Home ·

Apple announces ‘Welcome Home’ event with new home hardware likely on deck

Apple will host its ‘Welcome Home’ event on October 13, with the next HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K, and long-rumored home hub among the expected products.
The Kitchn ·

Not Milk, Not Cream: The Ingredient That Makes Scrambled Eggs Extra-Delicious

The “most important meal of the day” is sometimes the least creative. Most people are willing to devote time and energy to lunch and dinner, but not always breakfast. Take our extremely popular…
Vacuum Wars ·

New Eureka PowerSpeed E2 Upright Vacuum Targets Pet Hair With Anti-Tangle Brush Roll

Eureka has introduced the PowerSpeed Anti-Tangle E2, a lightweight corded upright vacuum with an anti-tangle brush roll, five height settings, a large 2.6-liter dust cup, and pet-focused tools. The…
CNET Home ·

Roborock’s New F25 Ultra Steam Gen 2 Wet-Dry Vacuum Is Here, and It’s Already $100 Off

The vacuum just launched this morning, but it’s getting in on the post-Prime Day action with a special discount.
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Regulators are trying to protect you from being fired by AI – here’s how

Regulating AI at work is happening slowly, but it’s still stuck at the state level.
Reviewed ·

Snag this deal ahead of the holidays for the significant other who has everything

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Ready for the annual struggle of choosing a holiday gift for your significant other? Me…
Digital Trends Home ·

Prime Big Deal Days sale ends tonight, and these are my 6 last-minute picks

A Sony OLED TV, Pixel 11, and Bose headphones are among my six picks for Prime Day’s final hours.
The Kitchn ·

59 Easy Thanksgiving Salads Everyone Will Actually Eat

Thanksgiving is a time for plates piled high with roast turkey, classic stuffing, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and much more. In short: it’s a day of feasting at its finest. But in the mix of all…
Vacuum Wars ·

Shark Detect Pro Lift-Away ADV LA802 Review: Flagship Cleaning Without the Bulk

The Shark Detect Pro Lift-Away ADV LA802 delivered perfect debris pickup and carpet deep cleaning results in our evaluations, with a lighter design than Shark’s larger flagships. We look at where…
CNET Home ·

These Prime Day Smart Home Deals From Eufy, Govee and Philips Hue Are Still Up for Grabs

Prime Day is over, but deals on premium smart home accessories are not. Don’t miss out on these last-minute sales.
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Can AI fix legacy IT? The ‘economics don’t hold up,’ says former IBM strategist

Vendors are pitching AI as a cure-all for legacy IT systems, but is it?
Reviewed ·

The Home Depot Skelly is back for 2026—and it brought friends

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Spooky season does not officially start until you spot The Home Depot Skelly in the wild.…
Digital Trends Home ·

I found five smart lighting deals worth considering this Amazon Prime Day Sale

Amazon Prime Day 2026 has some interesting smart lighting deals, and I’ve picked five that caught my attention.
The Kitchn ·

Homemade Cosmic Brownies

There’s a very specific kind of joy that comes when peeling the wrapper off a Little Debbie Cosmic Brownie — a dense, fudgy brownie topped with a thick layer of chocolate frosting and a smattering of…
Vacuum Wars ·

Best Prime Big Deal Days Vacuum Deals 2026: Our Tested Picks

Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days 2026 runs October 6–7, and we’re looking for vacuum deals that combine a worthwhile price with cleaning performance we can stand behind. For this year’s October Prime Day…
CNET Home ·

This CNET Lab Award-Winning Power Station Is Still $250 Off After Prime Day

Bluetti’s Elite 100 V2 was an efficiency champ in our Lab Test and it’s still discounted, making now a great time to grab it.
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Yelp, who? 4 ways Google Maps can help you find your next meal – and order it

There’s more to Google Maps’ dining tools than reviews and directions – and a few are worth a look before your next night out.
Reviewed ·

Is Tuft & Needle worth it? 3 reasons I'm glad I finally switched

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Buying a mattress is expensive, exhausting, and somehow always takes longer than it…
Digital Trends Home ·

Ring just dropped four new 4K cameras and a motion-tracking 2K pan-tilt cam

Ring’s new lineup gives you four 4K cameras and a motion-tracking 2K pan-tilt model, offering sharper video and more flexible coverage around your entire home than before, indoors and out.
The Kitchn ·

Move Over, Mac and Cheese: This Award-Winning Chef’s New Boxed Pasta Tastes Like It Came from a Fancy Restaurant

It’s going to be a repeat buy. READ MORE...
Vacuum Wars ·

Matic Robot Floor Cleaner Granted Conditional Exemption From FCC Covered List

Matic’s robotic floor cleaner and charging dock have received a conditional exemption from the FCC’s Covered List. The approval depends on compliance with an onshoring plan and continued product…
CNET Home ·

This $50 Vacuum Sealer Post-Prime Day Deal Is a Must-Have for Meal Preppers

This compact sealer is just $5 more than its lowest price ever.
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Microsoft’s new Surface Laptop Ultra finally has a starting price (you should sit down)

The Surface Laptop Ultra is an AI powerhouse, with Nvidia’s new RTX Spark chip and up to 128GB of unified memory – and it’s priced for power users.
Reviewed ·

Save big on home power solutions from EcoFlow during Big Deal Days

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. We're in the midst of a historic, super "El Niño". This weather phenomenon, caused by…
Digital Trends Home ·

You don’t need to spend big on home security with these 4 camera and doorbell deals

Looking for an affordable way to keep an eye on your home? I've found four security cameras and video doorbells on sale for under $70 during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days.
The Kitchn ·

The 54 Best Kitchen Deals to Shop This Week from Amazon, HelloFresh, and More

Plus, score some exclusive discounts! READ MORE...
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Managers are using AI to write performance reviews – and it shows

Does AI use help or hurt feedback at work? Here’s what one survey found.
Reviewed ·

This Birkenstock dupe is half off right now

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. There's something classic about a clog: Easy to wear, comfortable all day, and easy to…
Digital Trends Home ·

Ring’s first smart lock adds a hand-powered emergency backup to ease dead-battery anxiety

Ring’s first smart lock adds a built-in power dial that can generate enough emergency power to bring the lock back online after its battery dies.
The Kitchn ·

The Delicious Spread Inspired By This Popular Japanese Dessert Is Finally Back in Stock

One thing about me: I love toast. A crispy, chewy, golden-brown slice of sourdough is the perfect vehicle for good butter, marmite, or a delicious jam. And recently, I got to try a few different…
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Use Gemini for free? You’ll soon be limited to its weakest AI model

Google is cutting off free users from the Flash and Pro models. AI Plus subscribers are losing out too
Reviewed ·

Do these 4 wrinkle-free garments we bought from Amazon survive a suitcase?

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. I recently returned from a trip to Mexico City, and it was incredible. I only have one…
Digital Trends Home ·

Amazon Prime Day cuts up to $300 off these coffee and espresso machines

These five Amazon coffee deals include a $59.48 Keurig, a $99 Nespresso, and De’Longhi espresso machines discounted by up to $300.
The Kitchn ·

The Best Kitchen Deals You Can Still Snag After Prime Big Deal Days

Discounts are still coming. READ MORE...
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Office 2021 support ends this month – you have 5 options

Microsoft is ending support and updates for Office 2021 on October 13. What does that mean, and what are your alternatives?
Reviewed ·

The Waterpik Aquarius is 50% off during Prime Big Deal Days

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Your smile is the focal point of your face, but how white or straight your teeth are,…
Digital Trends Home ·

Apple and LG’s smart home empire is taking shape, and it looks clean

We already knew Apple and LG were reportedly building a seven-device smart home lineup. New renders now give us our first look at the clean smart lock, thermostat, and temperature sensor.
The Kitchn ·

This Popular 12-Piece Nonstick Cookware Set Is on Sale for 30% Off

Nonstick cookware is an MVP in my kitchen. As a shopping writer, I test lots of different types of cookware for a living, and nonstick is the one I always come back to when I’m not working. My…
On the forums
The grinder really is a big deal
r/espresso · 61 · 15 Coffee Station
Hunter Century 90017 Vintage Style Fan
r/BuyItForLife · 96 · 14 Review
RIP to a good one
r/VacuumCleaners · 23 · 8 Miscellaneous
Is the air purifier cleaning the whole room’s air or is it just creating a cloud of clean air close to itself? Is it pulling the air from across the room to its intake or is the clean outflow just mixing and diluting the dirty air? Trying to understand the physics.
r/AirPurifiers · 20 · 22
Did my wife murder the rice cooker?
r/Appliances · 30 · 46 General Advice
Fried Egg for One in Small Cast Iron: Air Fried
r/airfryer · 350 · 87 AirFrying Fun
Son turns 21 and wanted espresso machine. Got this setup for him
r/espresso · 383 · 75 Coffee Station
I need a rice cooker. Which Zojirushi?
r/BuyItForLife · 37 · 36 [Request]
Dirt devil deluxe bag cover
r/VacuumCleaners · 9 · 7 Vacuum Collecting
Fisher Paykel has THE worst customer service i've ever experienced
r/Appliances · 6 · 11 General Advice
If you could give a first-time air fryer owner only ONE piece of advice, what would it be?
r/airfryer · 189 · 299 Casual Chat
Goodwill find of the year 😍
r/espresso · 447 · 66 Equipment Discussion
Decided to clean my parents old coolers used on fishing trips
r/BuyItForLife · 197 · 14 Vintage
I did SO much research and missed the most important thing.
r/VacuumCleaners · 13 · 8 Miscellaneous
Herb Roasted Potatoes in the Air Fryer
r/airfryer · 99 · 6 AirFrying Fun
First setup - Bambino + df54
r/espresso · 79 · 5 Coffee Station
My Braun hand blender from the 80’s
r/BuyItForLife · 439 · 75 Vintage
A Timex Review on an Omega Forum: Why I bought the Shark Stratos AZ3002
r/VacuumCleaners · 10 · 20 Purchase Advice (U.S.)
Butternut Squash Sweet Potato Soup: Air Fryer Edition
r/airfryer · 118 · 10
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