Today SwitchBot is debuting its all-new SwitchBot Lock Vision and Lock Vision Pro with some notable launch deals at up to $40 off via its official Amazon storefront. 

Robot pool cleaners are becoming more and more common in pools across America, providing autonomous support for their upkeep while giving back time to owners to enjoy the water – plus, they keep that water swim-ready with regular scheduling. What’s more, swimming season is upon us, with many folks starting the process of opening them now that we’re getting more and more consistent warm weather. Some of the most advanced of these pool cleaning robots on the market come from Beatbot, with premium models like the AquaSense Ultra starting up in the $3,000 range, though the brand recently released its Sora 70 Robotic Pool Cleaner to provide more accessible pricing with top-tier features. Of course, I picked one up to help my parents maintain their pool, both of them now in their elderly years, while also dealing with some physical disabilities. Head below to get a full rundown on mine and their experiences in this hands-on review.

Govee is a popular smart lighting brand that tends to have more reasonable pricing, and the brand is launching three new entries into its popular floor lamp series this morning – the Floor Lamp 3 (as well as a Lite variant) and the Lantern Floor Lamp. The former of these two is taking the mantle of Govee’s latest flagship lighting device, with color reproduction powered by LuminBlend+ color management tech, while the former is bringing along a “first-of-its-kind” Halo Gradient lighting experience to a more lantern-focused form factor. There’s also some shared AI-support, as well as Matter support, and automated circadian rhythm scheduling. Head below to get the full rundown on what you can expect.

Amazon’s Blink smart home brand is perhaps best known for its affordability in the intelligent home camera space. It delivers range of both indoor and outdoor cameras you can often times score for as low as $20 on Amazon, and today it is introducing its very first 2K video doorbells. 

ECOVACS is well known for its fleet of robot cleaners and mowers, and today the brand has officially thrown its hat into the pool cleaning ring with the launch of its new ULTRAMARINE P1 robotic pool cleaner that was first revealed at CES 2026. This new affordable pool cleaning solution is finally hitting the market, bringing along the brand’s decades of robotic experience together with designs for more accessible pricing – just in time for the swimming season. Head below to get a full rundown on what you can expect, as well as where to pick one up for your own summer needs.

meross Apple Home 2-Hose Water Timer

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I wanted to automate my lawn watering this year and actually picked one of these up. Turns out I want to operate 8 sprinklers, which means I’d need four of these, which is just too many individual units for me. That said, I did get this hooked up and tested with HomeKit and it was a breeze to water on and off right from the Apple Home app. It gets my stamp of approval.

As the years go on, robots are getting more and more advanced and picking up various tasks across home cleaning, pet care, and lawn mowing, though it is fair to say that there is still room for plenty of growth. While we haven’t quite reached the pinnacle as represented in sci-fi media, we’re certainly getting there rather fast, and Segway’s Navimow X4 series robot lawn mowers are taking the lead as the current leader in the robot mowing race. With my parents in their retirement ages (despite not being able to retire yet), and my mother dealing with spinal disabilities over the last few years, in particular, what better time to test out a premium means to keep both medical accidents from occurring and the HOA off their backs?

In 2024, I began my journey into the world of self-cleaning litter boxes after spending the previous year doing heavy research into the seemingly endless array of brands/models that have flooded the market. At the end of this period, it was Whisker that came out on top, with my partner and me pulling the trigger on buying the Litter-Robot 3 Connect, which happened to be the brand’s first model to include app-based controls. I have since upgraded to the Litter-Robot 4 with the Litter-Hopper attachment, and now, in 2026, I’ve made another upgrade to the newest Litter-Robot 5 Pro (which came out alongside the EVO and standard 5 variations). Head below to get a full in-depth rundown on what you can expect with Whisker’s latest generation of the safest and most popular self-cleaning litter boxes on the market.

Today, ECOVACS – one of our favorite robotic cleaning brands – is unleashing its new newest flagship robot vacuum and mop, the DEEBOT X12 OmniCyclone. 

CES 2026 is in full swing, and we’ve already seen a stunning array of new innovations across a multitude of technologies. Among the many companies revealing their latest upgrades, iGarden, a brand that prides itself on “artful living technology,” has unveiled quite a lineup of new additions, including a trust-centered AI ecosystem, as well as three new flagship products – a pool cleaning robot, an aquatic fitness trainer, and even a new series of robot lawn mowers. Outdoor living has been becoming the latest frontier for smart home integrations in recent years, and iGarden is aiming to position itself at the forefront of this frontier with these next-gen robotics.

Segway is having a very busy morning at CES 2026, as the brand unveiled three new e-bikes (one of which is now open for purchase), while also introducing the world to four of its latest autonomous mowing series – two of which will be opening for pre-orders later this month. These new models have been designed to automate lawn care needs more easily without the need to rely on perimeter wires or antenna reference stations. Navimow has even partnered with RoboSense for select models in this new-generation fleet, integrating solid-state LiDAR tech into the mix, among other innovations. Head below to get a rundown on what you can expect from each of these new series of robots, as well as get upcoming pre-order information for two of them.

Eve is a well known smart home brand around here, with a rather extensive lineup of sensors, outdoor weather stations, light switches, plugs, and a whole lot more, most of which with updated Matter support. At CES 2026, the brand is introducing its very first indoor thermostat to expand its footprint in your home.

Well, it wouldn’t be CES unless there were some new smart autonomous robot helpers on display, and CES 2026 is definitely underway, and there are certainly some new bots on the show floor this year. One of the more compelling models that is looking to help out around the house is LG’s new CLOiD – a robot that can do your laundry, make breakfast, and is designed to effectively double as a smart home butler. 

CES 2026 is about to officially kick-off and the new product reveals are already starting. Next up, we are taking a look at the latest from smart lighting brand Govee with three new flagship products headlined by its most advanced floor lamp yet and a pair of Sky Ceiling Lights, one of which brings “true-to-life sky illumination indoors.”

My wife and I recently moved into a new home, and it came with your standard, no-frills thermostat. In my case, A Honeywell Home ProSeries that has no wifi or smart features of any kind and is as boring-looking as you can get. It’s also not very intuitive, and programming it feels more tedious than it should.

Our previous home had an Ecobee thermostat that we really liked, but it was a much older (and now discontinued) model and not worth the trouble of removing and reinstalling at our new house. Knowing that we wanted another Ecobee, I thought it was be the perfect time to upgrade to Ecobee’s flagship model, the Smart Thermostat Premium.

Black Friday is in full swing and it’s the last chance to upgrade your smart home setup with autonomous cleaning support from Narwal, which is offering massive discounts to record-low prices for its entire lineup – up to 49% off! While the holiday savings last, you’ll find some of the lowest prices that we’ve seen on Narwal’s smart cleaning solutions, including new 2025 models, available at both the brand’s direct website and its official Amazon storefront. Head below to get a rundown on the offers alongside product details.

With us well into November now, Aqara is giving folks an ample collection of discounts as part of its Black Friday promotions that are giving us larger price cuts than we saw in October during the past Prime Day events. Many of our readers should already be aware of Aqara, which is regularly featured as part of our coverage at 9to5Toys. You’ll be getting some of the best savings of the year on the brand’s HomeKit smart locks, doorbell cameras, sensors for various entrances/exits in your home, and more – all with up to 37% markdowns. Head below to get a breakdown on what you can expect from these devices, alongside the price cuts they’re benefiting from.

Update 11/26: The Philips Hue Bridge Pro is back in stock again directly via the Philips Hue site.

We are just touching down quickly this morning to let folks know the new Philips Hue Bridge Pro is finally back in-stock on the official site. While you can find the new Bridge Pro as part of bundles at retailers like Amazon, scoring it on its own has been tough as of late and you can land it right now straight from Philips if you’re quick. 

The Google offers have thus far been the real highlight, or at the very least one of them, for the first week of Black Friday month. Not only has the entire Pixel 10 lineup dropped down to its best prices ever at up to $300 off, but we are also tracking a new all-time low on Google TV Streamer 4K, and the first discounts on the new Nest Cams at 25% off. The latter of which is also joined by a series of other Nest smart home deals we are going to be taking a look at her this morning. 

Today, Whisker, one of the brands at the top of the autonomous litter box hill, is launching three new models of its popular Litter-Robot series, which are bringing the most advanced systems yet, as well as some bonus intelligent tech in the form of a pet tracker and a membership service. This new generation of releases goes beyond cleaning, as all these new products are aimed at providing more personalized connection for pets and their human companions. Head below to learn all about these new releases, and be sure to keep your eye out for our upcoming review of one such unit.

With another Prime Day sale event officially having arrived, Aqara is providing a longer list of price cuts on its smart gear than we saw back in July. Our regular 9to5Toys readers are likely well acquainted with Aqara, the popular smart home tech brand that we feature consistently in our coverage here, and for the coming days, you’ll be getting significant savings on the brand’s popular HomeKit smart locks, doorbell cameras, door and window sensors, and much more at up to 34% off from October 7-12. These are some of the best prices we have tracked on this array of upgrades for your home, so head below to get the rundown on how they’ll improve your life and the deals they’re currently benefiting from.

One of the popular names in robotic cleaning space – and also a longtime favorite of ours – is rolling out some of the year’s biggest savings for Prime Big Deal Days. The discounts, believe it or not, are reaching up to $900 off on select Roborock models, making it the perfect time to bring home a smart cleaning companion for the first time or to upgrade from an older unit. From the big-ticket flagship Qrevo CurvX model to the Q10 S5+ Robot Vacuum and Mop, there’s truly something for everyone with deals across every budget that you won’t want to miss out on. Check out all the deals below.

Update: Pre-orders are now live on the Echo speakers and displays:

• Amazon Echo Dot Max $100
• Amazon Echo Studio $220
• Amazon Echo Show 8 $180
• Amazon Echo Show 11 $220

Today could be a big day for the Amazon Devices team as it is set to take the stage in NYC to reveal what appears to be the next-generation of Echo devices (likely some Kindle and Fire TV action too). While much of its current lineup of Echo smart speakers and devices, as well as some Kindles and the Fire TV Sticks are already seeing as much as 50% price drops as part of the early Prime Big Deals Days sale, the next-generation models appear to be on the horizon, and we will know all about them this morning. 

This year’s IFA event in Berlin has already given us many new tech reveals, with a bunch of robotic lawn mowers showcased amongst them, but there’s one that is standing out amongst the crowd with its very unique concept design. Coming from MOVA’s sub-brand, NexLawn, we’ve been introduced to the Master X Series Concept, described as “the first robotic mower with a fully functional mechanical arm.” What’s more, this arm isn’t being planned to limit itself only to mowing-related jobs, with more versatility thanks to interchangeable attachments – including pet interactions too! Head below to learn more about this ambitious robot.

Aqara unveiled the long-awaited update to its Video Doorbell G4 at CES earlier this year, and it’s finally here. The new model, called the Doorbell Camera Hub G410, joins Aqara’s growing lineup of smart home devices and brings several key upgrades including sharper 2K video quality, a built-in millimeter wave (mmWave) sensor for person detection, support for HomeKit Secure Video, and more. There’s a lot to like about the G410, and you can learn more about all its standout features below.

Amazon’s Prime Day sale is a great time to upgrade your smart home cleaning setup, and this year, Narwal is offering massive discounts on its lineup of robot vacuums and wet/dry mops – with savings of up to 52%. These are some of the lowest prices we’ve seen on Narwal’s cleaning solutions, including its brand-new 2025 models. Hit the jump for a closer look at all the offers and product details.

Aqara is rolling out fresh price cuts across a good selection of its gear as part of the ongoing Prime Day sale event. Aqara, for those that don’t know, is a popular name in the smart home space – one that we feature a lot around here at 9to5Toys. Many of the brand’s popular releases like its HomeKit Doorbell cameras, smart locks, and more are currently on sale for Prime Day, and we’re looking at some fresh lows on them with up to 38% off. These are some of the best prices we have tracked for Aqara’s smart home gear, and you can get all the details below.

One of the most popular – and also one of our favorite – robot cleaning brands is launching a number of massive deals for Prime Day 2025 July 7-13 with major price cuts on a variety of models. If you’re in the market looking for your next home life upgrade, whether as a first-time buyer or someone looking to move up from an older cleaning assistant, now’s certainly the time while the Prime Big Deal Day savings are around. You’ll be able to take advantage of up to $800 in savings here at some of the best prices of the year – and there are models to fit every budget too. Check out these deals below and score your autonomous helper while the event lasts.

We have once again secured 9to5 readers another exclusive deal on the latest Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen). Regularly $280 and almost never dropping below the $239 price you’ll find at Amazon right now, over at Wellbots you can use code 9TO5GOOG50 to drop the price down to $229.99 shipped. 

Amazon’s Blink smart home brand is announcing and launching its new next-generation Blink Video Doorbell today. A brand well known for delivering affordable smart home solutions – you can score the now previous-generation model for just $29.99 Prime shipped – is ready to debut its newest addition to the family with a series of upgraded features alongside a relatively light-on-the-pocket price tag. Details below. 

TP-Link and its Tapo lineup are well known for delivering particularly affordable smart home solutions, and today it is officially debuting the all-new DL100 Smart Deadbolt Door Lock. Dubbed as the brand’s latest smart lock at an entry-level price point, it is now available for purchase via Amazon for just $69.99 alongside a $10 launch discount that drops the total of this new release down to $59.99 shipped. 

Today ECOVACS is officially launching its new T80 OMNI and the DEEBOT X9 PRO OMNI we have had a chance to test out for a few days now. Featuring “industry-first technology,” the company says they provide “next-level hygiene, performance, and convenience to more households than ever before” alongside some notable $300 launch deals starting today. 

As a country girl from Mississippi, I was never much a fan of camping – for one, because that far south, temperatures and humidity were unbearable during certain times of the year, and for another, because we already lived in a rural area so I would always rather enjoy nature near home and return to the comforts of AC when I was exhausted and dehydrating. It wasn’t until I moved northward, now living in NYC for 17 years, that I came to enjoy the disconnect camping – or even just hanging out all day in a park – could afford. Of course, this usually involves filling and refilling a cooler with more and more ice as the hours went on, which is no longer a problem when introducing an electric cooler into the equation. Enter the Anker SOLIX EverFrost 2 58L Electric Cooler with its dual-zone compartments, which I’ve been testing out despite New York’s still-chilly spring weather, but will certainly be a useful companion once the recreational baseball season here picks up later this month, running through summer. Head below to read about my experience so far with this all-new model that makes ice runs a thing of the past.

If you live in a home with pets, kids, or have regular visitors coming and going, then you know floors are bound to get dirty, and while cleaning is a necessity, it may be quite the annoying task once you factor in your other responsibilities into the equation. That’s why I have been an enthusiastic supporter of adding robot cleaners to my home, which has been a true game changer – both for my apartment’s upkeep, as well as for my own sanity, as it allows me a little more breathing room in my personal life to unwind and relax. After the major improvements I saw with Yeedi’s M12 Pro+ model, I was excited to see what the brand had improved upon with its latest release, the flagship S14 Plus Robot Vacuum and Mop, which has taken things to the next level. Continue reading below to learn more about what to expect through setup, performance, and some of the highlights that come with this upgraded model.

Aqara is a popular name in the smart home space, offering a range of connected devices that are designed to work smoothly together. These devices can enhance your home security while also simplifying your daily life. The brand is currently having a big sale on many of its popular items, letting you cash in and score some big discounts via its official Amazon storefront. A bunch of Aqara’s smart home gear including HomeKit locks and sensors are currently up to 30% off. Almost all of these items are either down to a new all-time low or are back to some of the best prices we have tracked for them. All these offers and more are waiting for you down below, so hit the jump to catch all the details.

If you have pets like I do, keeping your floors clean can feel like a never-ending battle. The second my floors are clean, dog hair tends to magically reappear. Running a robot vacuum every day or so has really helped and the latest robot to take on this challenge has been the Saros 10R from Roborock.

GoveeLife 530-square-foot Smart Air Purifier

Buy for $45.50 (Reg. $70)

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If you’re sick of feeling sick, this air purifier will certainly help by banishing pet dander, allergens, and the list goes on. This affordable unit can purify 530-square feet per hour, allowing it to power through large rooms without a hitch. This model can be controlled using not only the Govee app, but also Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, and even Siri once configured.

The Ring smart home platform is being expanded today with the debut of the new Ring Outdoor Cam Plus. After a busy 2024 filled with its “first-ever” smart integrated pan-tilt cam, the new pro-grade smart doorbell, and more, the brand is kicking 2025 off with its latest outdoor intelligent surveillance tech. Now available for pre-order ahead of next month’s launch, head below for the details on the all-new Ring Outdoor Cam Plus

When I reviewed the ECOVACS DEEBOT T30S Combo about six months ago, I had no idea how much I would grow to love it. Having used several different models and brands, there was always something to complain about with each one. Throughout all of my other robot vacuum adventures, one has reigned supreme, and that’s the ECOVACS DEEBOT T30S. So when the day finally came and some head-turning sale prices arrived, I purchased two more so I could have one on each level of my home. Continue reading to find out why I think this model is so great.

As time goes on, we’re seeing AI systems grow in intelligence and functionality, which is being extended into all manners of tech for more advanced support. At CES 2025, barbecue tech startup Brisk It is unveiling its latest entry into the smart home market with the Zelos 450 Electric Wood Pellet Grill and Smoker. This new model utilizes generative AI to automate cooking and create personalized recipes, but at a starting price that won’t break the bank.

ecobee has been one of the premiere smart thermostat brands around here for HomeKit users for quite some time. The brand doesn’t often upgrade its lineup the way some do – if it aint broke don’t fix it? – but today it is introducing a new, more affordable model to the lineup to essentially replace the aging $150 Ecobee3 Lite. The ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential lands with a lower MSRP while still delivering on most of the feature set that has made the brand what is. Scope out the details below. 

Coming to us straight out of CES 2025, Pawport is lifting the veil on its second-generation Smart Pet Door today. Designed for pet owners with active fur babies that regularly come and go, this new device builds upon its predecessor from last year’s event to deliver style, security, weatherproofing, and well-rounded functionality. The startup is offering three different series at this year’s CES, providing various levels of aesthetic options and pricing to suit pet owners’ needs.

TP-Link’s Tapo brand has been a popular smart home option around here, delivering affordable multi-platform options to cover your entire ecosystem, and its new PalmKey Smart Door Lock has arrived for CES 2025. The brand’s new palm recognition lock is the latest option looking to leverage a quick wave of your palm to open, no matter what kind of phone and smartwatch you are rocking. 

Amazon is giving folks one more chance to land the the ecobee SmartCamera with HomeKit Secure Video support down at $79.99 shipped ahead of the holidays. This is a regularly $100 smart camera for indoor use with a number of interesting features up its sleeve at 20% off the going rate. We have seen this one down as low as $70 in the past, but today’s deal lands on par with this year’s Black Friday and fall Prime Day deals we featured. 

XGIMI is a well-known brand in the projector space, offering a diverse range of projectors for home entertainment setups to portable options for on-the-go use. After delivering some huge savings during Black Friday, the brand is now getting in the Holiday shopping season offering some of the best prices ever across its lineup of popular projectors, including some of its all-new releases. Everything from the brand’s new portable and easy-to-setup MoGo 3 Pro projector to its Horizon projectors are seeing huge markdowns right now. You can pick one of these as a gift for your loved ones or just grab one for yourself and use them during holiday gatherings, movie nights, and more. Head below for more details and a closer look at the deals.