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From the press
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Mistral’s Le Chonk is now a top open model for coding, ranking alongside Codex GPT-6.1 Terra

Mistral has released the weights for Large 4, along with some impressive Artificial Analysis scores.
Reviewed ·

The generational style gap: what divides Gen Z and Millennial fashion

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. There’s a new “must-have” trend popping up seemingly every day. Whether it’s an aesthetic,…
Digital Trends Home ·

What Mattress Firmness Is Right for Back Pain?

A firmer mattress isn't always better for your back. Here's how sleep position, body type, and adjustable firmness can help you find the right support.
CNET Home ·

This Early Black Friday Deal Drops the Dreo Room Heater to Its Lowest Price Ever

Get a 360-degree outlet, eight safety features and an energy-saving ECO mode — all for just $72.
The Kitchn ·

Singapore Noodles (Singapore Mei Fun)

My family often ate lunch at Cantonese restaurants on the weekend, and we’d usually skip ordering rice in favor of noodle dishes. We rotated through beef chow fun, chow mein, rice noodle rolls, and,…
Vacuum Wars ·

Shark Launches New Rotator Lift-Away AVD Uprights with Advanced Hair Management

Shark’s Rotator LU252 and LU251 add self-cleaning brushrolls and pedal-operated Lift-Away release. Our NV501 review provides context for the changes. The post Shark Launches New Rotator Lift-Away AVD…
Good Housekeeping Institute ·

The Best Sewing Machines, Tested by Good Housekeeping Experts

It's time for your own Project Runway at home.
ZDNet Home & Office ·

The 4 biggest Amazon smart home announcements from today

From a new smart alarm clock to an Alexa-powered 3D map of your home, here’s what’s new from Amazon, including prices and release dates.
Reviewed ·

Cold-weather camping is no problem with these hot deals

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Cold is coming for most of the country, but that doesn't mean you have to put your camping…
Digital Trends Home ·

How to Choose the Right Mattress for You

Choosing the right mattress goes beyond firmness. Here's how sleeping position, materials, temperature, and adjustable features can guide your decision.
CNET Home ·

Amazon’s $500 Echo Show 16 Wants to Be the Center of Your Home

A larger screen, upgraded speakers, night vision and an optional glare-resistant display headline Amazon’s latest Echo Show.
The Kitchn ·

I’m a Former Pastry Chef — I Tested HexClad’s New Bakeware, and I Totally Get the Hype

Baking season is upon us, and that means we’re gearing up to make all kinds of Halloween treats, Thanksgiving pies, and holiday cookies. Whether you’re a practiced baker or a novice, one thing is…
Vacuum Wars ·

Shark Rotator Lift-Away NV501 Review: Still Worth Buying in 2026?

The Shark NV501 still delivers excellent carpet deep cleaning and sealed HEPA filtration. Our review explains where its older design holds up—and where newer uprights improve on it. The post Shark…
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Apple’s new touchscreen MacBook Pros may be late, but they have one big advantage

Apple finally revealed its new MacBook M5 Pro and Max with a touchscreen OLED display, bringing the best features from the iPhone to its laptops.
Reviewed ·

Owlet Dream Sight Baby Monitor Review

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Parents and caregivers can't be everywhere at once, no matter how much we want to be. When…
Digital Trends Home ·

Amazon unveils Alexa Home Map, letting you control your smart home in 3D

Amazon has been a major player in the smart home market for years, but fresh competition from Apple may have lit a fire under it. The company has just unveiled a new lineup of Alexa devices,…
CNET Home ·

The Latest Echo Smart Speakers Double as Nanny Cams and Wi-Fi Extenders

Amazon’s new Echo Dot and Studio speakers have several smart home features new to the lineup.
The Kitchn ·

The 50 Best Kitchen Deals to Shop This Week from Stasher, HelloFresh, and More

Plus, score some exclusive discounts! READ MORE...
Vacuum Wars ·

Shark AquaReach WD551 Review: Strong Mopping Performance and Useful Extra Reach

We tested the Shark AquaReach WD551 hard-floor cleaner, including its removable wand, stain removal, water control, suction, and everyday maintenance. The post Shark AquaReach WD551 Review: Strong…
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Your public Discord messages may soon appear in Google search results – how to opt out

Discord announced a new feature that can make your server messages discoverable on Google. Here’s how to opt out.
Reviewed ·

This buyer-loved walking pad is 40% off today

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Not long ago, working out at home meant investing in a heavy, bulky machine that ate up…
Digital Trends Home ·

Amazon’s new Alexa photo frame wants to rescue your best pictures from your camera roll

Amazon’s new Alexa Photo Frame syncs your favorite photos, picks the best shots for you, and even makes a thoughtful gift. Here’s what it offers and how much it costs.
CNET Home ·

Amazon’s New Alarm Clock ‘Knows’ if You’re in a Deep Sleep and Lets You Sleep Longer

The Amazon Echo Time, launched today, has a few wild features.
The Kitchn ·

My Honest Review of the Made In Cast Iron Skillet for 2026

It's built to last. READ MORE...
Vacuum Wars ·

Tikom G8000 Max Review: Our Lowest-Scoring Robot Vacuum in Seven Years

Our Tikom G8000 Max review found good stain removal but excessive mop water, poor carpet deep cleaning, hair tangling, and navigation problems. The post Tikom G8000 Max Review: Our Lowest-Scoring…
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Amazon’s new Alexa Photo Frame could have what I’ve been missing – here’s why

You can ask Amazon’s voice assistant to show you your favorite photos.
Reviewed ·

Amazon Fresh vs. Whole Foods vs. Instacart: I priced the same groceries on all three

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. If you're a Prime member, you've probably noticed Amazon nudging you toward its grocery…
Digital Trends Home ·

Amazon adds a camera to the Echo Studio and a smart home hub to the Echo Dot

Amazon has unveiled a new Alexa lineup featuring the Echo Show 16, Echo Time smart clock, and Alexa Photo Frame. Two speakers join them: an upgraded Echo Dot with a built-in smart home hub and the…
CNET Home ·

Amazon’s 5 New Smart Home Devices: Everything You Need to Know

The company is also introducing an interactive home map feature.
The Kitchn ·

This Very Southern Cornbread Recipe Is a Winner Every Time

When I was growing up in a Southern household, we ate cornbread often. It was a must with red beans and rice, a simple roasted chicken and rice dinner, and, of course, on New Year’s Day with…
Vacuum Wars ·

Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 Review: Great Mopping, Major Drawbacks

Our Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 review found strong mopping and carpet cleaning, but weak hair management and very poor obstacle avoidance. The post Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 Review: Great Mopping, Major…
ZDNet Home & Office ·

These Claude Enterprise features let you track AI ROI – what’s new

Is your pricey Claude Enterprise account worth it? Anthropic is trying to surface insights with three tools.
Reviewed ·

Philips Ambilight 7985 TV Review

Products are chosen independently by our editors. Purchases made through our links may earn us a commission. Light strips that connect to a TV have become popular for making the viewing experience…
Digital Trends Home ·

Amazon unveils Echo Show 16 with Fire TV, Alexa+ and an anti-glare display

Amazon’s new Echo Show 16 combines Fire TV, Alexa+, and an optional anti-glare display, but the smarter setup costs more.
CNET Home ·

Amazon’s New Digital Picture Frame Is Clever and Classy

The frame, available in real wood finishes, is the first-ever with Amazon Alexa built in and offers unlimited storage for Prime members.
The Kitchn ·

This 1970s-Inspired Kitchen Storage Piece Is on Rare Sale (It’s Available in So Many Pretty Colors!)

It's the final sale of the year! READ MORE...
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Amazon’s Echo Show 16 makes Apple’s 7-inch HomeView look puny – is it worth $100+ extra?

Amazon just dropped new smart home gear in response to Apple. Here’s how the Echo Show 16 stacks up.
Digital Trends Home ·

Amazon’s new Echo Time alarm clock wants to make waking up less miserable

Amazon’s Echo Time is a $199.99 Alexa+ smart alarm clock with sleep sensing, adaptive wake-up times, customizable clock faces, and bedtime routines designed to make mornings easier.
CNET Home ·

Amazon’s New Echo Lineup Goes in the Opposite Direction of Apple HomeView

While Apple’s first home screen is small, Amazon is going bigger and more TV-oriented than ever before — but that comes with high prices.
The Kitchn ·

The 6 Best Bourbons for Every Budget, According to Bartenders (Starting at $25)

For the best Old-Fashioned. READ MORE...
ZDNet Home & Office ·

Opera will run AI locally in your browser now – why that’s a gamechanger and how to try it

Thanks to the newly proposed WebAI web standard, the company will start shipping local AI models with its flagship browser.
Digital Trends Home ·

Matic’s new Serene robot vacuum is designed for people who hate noise

The Matic Serene robot vacuum promises quieter cleaning at full suction, operating at just 52 decibels. It costs $1,695, with upgrades coming in 2027.
CNET Home ·

Ford’s Most Affordable EV Will Offer Built-in Bidirectional Home Charging

The Fathom’s built-in inverter can keep the lights on in your home during an outage — not bad for under $30,000.
The Kitchn ·

Syracuse Salt Potatoes

They’re an upstate New York tradition. READ MORE...
On the forums
Found these at the thrift store
r/BuyItForLife · 41 · 7 Discussion
It's been 3 years since I started making espresso at home, and for the life of me I still can't get latte art down. Instead I just pour a blob of steamed oat milk on top and call it a day. Anyone else in the same boat?
r/espresso · 536 · 180 Coffee Is Life
I finally made the switch to an HE front load washing machine (no regrets!)
r/Appliances · 13 · 21 Appliance Chat
air purifier recommendations for litter box smells?
r/AirPurifiers · 5 · 18
Egg on Toast: thank you!
r/airfryer · 38 · 3 AirFrying Fun
What do you own that's outlived the company that made it?
r/BuyItForLife · 62 · 113 Discussion
Why is my espresso bitter? [Bambino plus and Shardor 64mm]
r/espresso · 57 · 164 Dialing In Help
Is a new in the box dishwasher that is 20 years old still usable? It has never been out of the box or been hooked up.
r/Appliances · 11 · 32
My first ever ap and I’m unboxing it like I’m discovering gold
r/AirPurifiers · 9 · 4
Air Fryer Grilled Pork Chops
r/airfryer · 131 · 24 Recipe
Neglected buffalo leather messenger bag - what to do?
r/BuyItForLife · 340 · 55 Repair
[USA - Goodwill] - BES870XL at over 90% off
r/espresso · 73 · 7 Deals
My Coway finally died after 10 years
r/AirPurifiers · 9 · 13
Adding a light layer of mayo to the skin of chicken thighs really changed the game for me. Crispy outside, tender/juicy inside
r/airfryer · 249 · 30 Recipe
This old Electrolux washing machine is still going strong.
r/BuyItForLife · 427 · 20 Review
Built brew-by-weight and grind-by-sync for my Mahlkönig E65S GbS + La Marzocco Micra + Acaia Umbra. Also it runs DOOM.
r/espresso · 480 · 35 Humour
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