August’s 4th Gen HomeKit Wi-Fi Smart Lock drops to $140 shipped at Amazon (Reg. $230)

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August Wi-Fi Smart Lock 4th Gen

Update: The black model August 4th Gen HomeKit Wi-Fi Smart Lock has now dropped back down to $139.99 shipped, or within $1 of the Amazon all-time low. Details await below.

As part of its Big Spring Sale, Amazon is now offering the black model August Wi-Fi Smart Lock 4th Gen at $139.99 shipped. Regularly $230, this is 39% off the going rate and the lowest price we can find. Today’s deal comes within $10 of the Amazon low and lands on par with the most readily available Black Friday price we tracked last year. Designed to fit on the inside of your door, it transforms your entryway into an intelligent one without having any negative effect on your home’s curb appeal – August says “installation only takes about 10 minutes.” After connecting to your Wi-Fi (no hub required), it can work alongside Apple HomeKit gear as well as Google and Amazon voice assistants, or a traditional key. The auto-lock and -unlock functionality ensures your home is automatically secured once the door is closed, “or after a set amount of time.” You can get a closer look in our hands-on review and then head below for more. 

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LIFX’s addressable color smart lightstrip with HomeKit falls to $63 (Reg. $90)

Reg. $90 $63

Amazon is now offering the LIFX LED Color HomeKit Lightstrip for $63.08 shipped after clipping the on-page coupon. Today’s offer drops from $90 and is, most notably, a new all-time low. It saves you $27 from the price we’ve seen for at least the past year and undercuts the previous all-time low from a few months back by an extra $4.

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This 2-pack of TP-Link color/white smart Matter bulbs has returned to the $18 Amazon low

Reg. $30 $18

After going out of stock at the sale price last month, Amazon is now offering TP-Link’s 2-pack of Tapo Matter Smart Multi-Color Bulbs down at $17.99 with free shipping for Prime members or in orders over $25. This bulb launched at $18 for a single back in September with the 2-pack carrying a $30 regular price tag. The pair dropped into the $23 range over the holidays last year and is now once again available at the lowest price we have tracked since release. Get a closer look in our launch coverage alongside a breakdown below the fold. 

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LIFX reveals new outdoor HomeKit lights with Matter, its first smart home releases in years

Buy now From $80

LIFX today is launching its new lineup of outdoor smart lights. Now available for purchase, the whole collection brings its signature addressable LED Polychrome tech to four new releases. All slated to get Matter support, you’ll find weather-resistant string lights, flexible outdoor lightstrips, and the first LIFX path lights.

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Google’s latest Nest Cam Outdoor start from $100 each with this regularly $450 3-pack

Reg. $450 From $300

Through the end of the day, Best Buy is offering a 3-pack of Google’s latest Nest Cam Outdoor for $349.99 shipped. My Best Buy members can take an extra $50 off, dropping the price to $299.99. Today’s offer is down from $450 in either case and means that each camera starts from $100. Our last mention was $130 for a single camera, dropping today’s offer by an extra $30 per device. Overall, today’s discount saves you $150. Head below for more.

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ecobee’s all-new Smart Video Doorbell with HomeKit on sale for just third time to $140

Save now $140

Amazon is now offering the ecobee Smart Video Doorbell with HomeKit on sale for only the third time. It drops down to $139.99 shipped from the usual $160 price tag in order to match the second-best price to date. This matches our Black Friday mention from back in November, and comes within $20 of the all-time low set just once before. Keep reading to learn more, or just head over to our hands-on review where we break down the whole experience.

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Govee’s RGBIC Smart String Downlight sets deliver the vibes from $55 (Reg. up to $120)

Reg. $120 From $55

The official Govee Amazon storefront is now offering its latest 16.4-foot run of smart RGBIC String Downlights set for $89.99 shipped after you clip the on-page coupon. Regularly $120, this new release hit Amazon back in October and is now seeing a solid $30 price drop. This is within $5 of the lowest we have tracked and joining the shorter 6.7-foot run at $54.99 shipped, down from the regular $70. Be sure to clip the on-page coupons to redeem the deal price on both models. These downlights separate themselves from traditional strip lights by way of the sort of small pot light-style design that offers a string of individually-addressable lights. They do, however, deliver on the usual customizable multi-color action with over 16 million options, “one-touch switching to find the most suitable lighting mode,” music syncing options, and more. Once linked up with the companion app, users can also adjust the experience further with tunable brightness, a series of preset scenes, and more alongside integration with Alexa gear for voice command support. Head below for more details. 

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Google Nest Thermostat automates cold weather away with Matter at $78 (Reg. $130)

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Amazon is now offering the Google Nest Thermostat for $78.65 shipped. This is down from the usual $130 price tag and marking the second-best price yet. It’s $52 off, and on top of being the first markdown since back in December, is $12 under that previous mention. Today’s offer comes within $17 of the all-time low from a 1-day sale back in October, and is the lowest since. If you’ve been looking for a solution to automate away cold weather, this will let Assistant handle keeping your home the perfect temperature. Get a closer look in our hands-on review and then head below for more.

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Ring debuts its ‘most advanced’ rechargeable battery doorbell yet with Bird’s Eye View, more

The latest addition to Ring’s smart home lineup is here with the debut of its All-New Ring Battery Doorbell Pro. Described as its most “advanced battery doorbell yet,” it apparently delivers on some of the most requested features from customers, and is now available for pre-order at Amazon ahead of next month’s launch on March 6, 2024. Head below for a complete breakdown of what the All-New Ring Battery Doorbell Pro can bring to your front porch. 

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Linkind Matter Edison-style smart bulbs from $12.50 each: 4-pack $51, more from $12.50

Edison! $12.50+

We are now tracking some deals via the official Linkind Amazon storefront on the brand’s Edison-style smart light bulbs. First up, we have the 4-pack of ST58 Matter-enabled Smart Edison Bulbs for $50.99 shipped after clipping the on-page coupon. Regularly between $60 and as much as $75 over the last couple months, this is the lowest price we can find at just over $12.50 per bulb. While we tend to feature loads of standard multi-color smart bulbs around here, scoring some of the Edison-style variants at a price like this doesn’t pop up quite as often. You are paying a touch more for the Matter support on this set, but we also have some intelligent Edison bulbs without it for less down below as well. 

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Eve Motion includes HomeKit and Matter support at new $40 all-time low (Save 20%)

Reg. $50 $40

Amazon now offers the Eve Motion Sensor with HomeKit and Matter for $39.96 shipped. This is down from the usual $50 price tag and saving you 20%. It’s a new all-time low that’s $5 under our previous mention from Black Friday, and is one of the first chances to save so far. Today’s discount matches the value of buying in a 3-pack, just without having to pay $120 for the whole bundle. Dive into our hands-on review to see why they’re our favorite smart motion sensor around. Head below for more.

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Bring home Amazon’s Alexa-ready smart Echo Glow lamp for the kids down at just $13 today

Orig. $30 $13

From now through Monday, Woot has launched a notable Amazon Echo and Alexa device sale with the Echo Glow smart lamp down at just $12.99 in refurbished condition. Shipping is free for Prime members, but a $6 delivery fee will apply otherwise. This model fetches $30 in new condition on Amazon where it doesn’t often drop below $20 on sale. Today’s deal is matching our previous refurbished mention to deliver the lowest price we can find to bring one home for the kids. Today’s refurbished Amazon gear ships with a 90-day warranty as well. Head below for more details. 

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TP-Link brings Apple HomeKey and live 2K feeds to its new Smart Video Door Lock

TP-Link is showing off its latest collection of new smart home gear at CES 2024 headlined by its new Apple HomeKey video smart lock. Alongside its latest Matter-equipped Tapo P400M smart outdoor plug and its smart Wi-Fi Light Strip, the brand is debuting its latest in smart front door security tech with a feature-packed new smart lock known as the Smart Video Door Lock. Scope it out down below. 

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Airthings unveils its first-ever connected smart air purifier and new Wave Enhance monitor at CES 2024

Airthings, a brand best known for its high-tech air quality monitors, is landing in Las Vegas for this year’s CES show with a pair of new products including its first-ever smart air purifier. The brand is not only expanding its lineup of “best-selling” indoor air quality and radon monitors for homeowners and businesses, but it is also stepping into the air purification business for the fist time. While previously focused on monitoring tech to maintain a healthy and fresh living space, it is taking an even more active approach with its new Airthings Renew, “the company’s first smart air purifier designed in Scandinavia by experts in indoor air quality.” Head below for the details. 

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Govee announces new smart home lighting, sensors, and Matter plugs for CES 2024

Govee CES 2024 announcements have arrived with four distinct additions to the brand’s smart home lighting devices and smart appliances. This is a popular brand here at 9to5Toys, and we are excited to witness the next generation in smart gaming and home devices with CES 2024’s opening tomorrow. Amongst the lineup are the new AI gaming sync box kit 2, which will support higher resolutions with dynamic lighting synchronization, as well as the upgraded Matter-supported Neon Rope Light 2 which is made from a more flexible material that allows for better shaping of the light to fit your designs. Head below to learn about all the exciting new releases from Govee during CES 2024.

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Lockly unveils new Apple HomeKey smart lock with facial recognition access at CES 2024, more

As the CES 2024 reveals roll-on, next up its is the Lockly lineup of smart home gear including its new Matter Link Hub and its Apple HomeKey smart lock. The brand will be making its first major push into the Matter standard this year, adding backward-compatible Apple Home, Google Home, and more support to its existing gear, alongside the new Lockly Visage – the “first smart lock under the company’s upcoming Zeno Series of Apple Home and HomeKey compatible products.” Head below for the details. 

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Nanoleaf’s new Matter Smart String Lights see 50% off clearance discount down to $60

Reg. $120 $60

Christmas may have come and gone, but now that means you can score the new Nanoleaf Essentials Matter Smart String Lights for a new all-time low. Now half off, you can drop the usual $120 price tag down to $59.99 shipped at Best Buy. This offer is live through the end of the day and marks the best discount ever as one of the first chances to save. We last saw the lights on sale for $90 back before the holidays, and now you can beat that by an extra $30 to save you 50% on the new debut. We break down how these are good for more than just lighting up the tree or decking the halls in our announcement coverage. Head below for more.

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Score two of the new Sonos Era 300 speakers with a gen 3 Sub at $1,147 (Save $550)

Save $550 $1,147

Crutchfield is now offering a pretty notable bundle to upgrade your Sonos setup. Right now, you can get a pair of its new Sonos Era 300 speakers with one of its new Sub (Gen 3) for $1,147 shipped. This is down from its usual $1,697 price tag and saves you $550 – that is if you don’t mind waiting a bit as the ship date is backordered right now. Still, we think this is one offer that’s worth waiting for, especially because we haven’t seen any standalone discounts on the Era 300 speakers yet. It’s easily one of the best values we’ve seen in the Sonos space in ages, as well as a rare chance to bring home some of the company’s latest releases for less.

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Aqara HomeKit gear up to 30% off for the holidays: Apple Home Key smart lock and more from $12.50

30% off $12.50+

Aqara – a high-tech all-in-one smart home brand we feature around here regularly – is now offering some serious price drops ahead of holiday get togethers and gift giving. Featuring loads of fully integrated gadgets to make your home a more intelligent, conformable, and convenient one, we are now tracking up to 30% or more in savings on its Apple Home Key smart lock, its multi-function smart home switch, entryway sensors, and the powerful hub to link them altogether. Head below for more details and a closer look at this year’s Aqara smart home holiday offers. 

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Vactidy’s new Nimble T8 robot vacuum and mop covers 1,300 square-feet with 2-in-1 functionality

$10 off $140

Vactidy, a smart home appliance manufacturer, has launched its new Nimble T8 Robot Vacuum and Mop Combo that combines powerful suction capabilities with efficient mopping functionality. Now available for purchase, this robotic cleaning device boasts a spacious 250ml dust bin and a 230ml water tank, providing ample volume to complete thorough cleaning tasks.

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Reolink smart home cams keep an eye on your property at up to $120 off with no subscription required

27% off From $75

Today we are taking a look at the Reolink outdoor smart home security systems. Including everything from smart video doorbells to driveway and garage cams and full-on Wi-Fi 6 systems to blanket your entire property, all of it is now on sale for the holidays. The brand is now offering up to $120 in savings with gear starting from $75 shipped via its official Amazon storefront with no additional fees added, and you’ll find all of the details you need waiting below the fold. 

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9to5Toys Gift Guide: Rikka’s favorite smart home gear from under $15

Friends and family each year always ask me what to get the techy in their lives, and like clockwork I am being summoned again to answer the call. As I do each holiday season here at 9to5Toys, I am back to write about my favorite smart home gear in this year’s gift guide.

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Special Prime deal: Blink outdoor floodlight camera + video doorbell down at $70 (56% off)

56% off $70

Alongside the ongoing holiday Blink smart home sale, Amazon is now giving its Prime members a chance to score the Blink Wired Floodlight Camera bundled with a Video Doorbell for $69.99 shipped. Regularly $160, this is 56% off or $90 in savings, the lowest price we can find, and the best we have tracked on this bundle to date. And just for comparison’s sake, if you were to purchase these two items at their ongoing sale price individually, it would cost you $86 right now. Scope out the rest of the Blink smart home sale right here if this particular bundle isn’t of interest and then head below for more details. 

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Automate your Siri smart home with three Eve Matter motion sensors at $115 (Save $25)

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Amazon is now offering a 3-pack of Eve Motion Sensors with Matter at $114.95 shipped. You’ll need to clip the on-page coupon to lock-in the savings. This is $25 off the usual $140 price tag and marking a new all-time low. It undercuts our previous mention by an extra $5 and drops each of the sensors down to $41 each – lower than the $50 you’d pay on a single unit right now. Dive into our hands-on review to see why they’re our favorite smart motion sensor around. Head below for more.

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TP-Link’s new Tapo smart video doorbell arrives with included chime at $120

TP-Link’s Kasa and Tapo lineups deliver some of the most affordable smart home gear out there and its new video doorbell camera solution has now arrived stateside. The new Tapo Smart Video Doorbell Camera and included chime were unveiled earlier this year and are now available on Amazon as a pair at $120 shipped. For those already invested in the TP-Link Tapo Alexa- and Google Assistant-compatible ecosystem, this marks your first chance to expand your setup to the front porch. Head below for a closer look and more details. 

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This Philips Hue HomeKit bundle includes three 75W White Ambiance bulbs at $90 (Save $30)

Reg. $120 $90

Amazon now offers the Philips Hue 75W Smart Light Starter for $89.99 shipped. This is the first discount of the year from the usual $120 price tag and matching the all-time low at 25% off. In fact, the last time we saw it on sale was back over the holidays last year. So once again ahead of Christmas, you can grab the perfect starter kit for yourself or a family member who’s interested in trying out one of the best smart home ecosystems on the market. Head below for more.

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Review: Philips Hue Festavia smart lights are the Christmas HomeKit upgrade I’ve been waiting for

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Philips Hue launched a new version of its smart Christmas lights earlier this fall deemed the Festavia string lights. Smart home owners have been waiting for festive lights you can control with your voice for ages. Now after using them for the past few months, it’s safe to say that Philips Hue has delivered just the solution – if you’re willing to shell out enough frankincense, myrrh, and gold.

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Eve MotionBlinds bring Siri and Thread support to your window blinds at $166 (Reg. $200)

Reg. $200 $166

If you’ve ever wanted to automate how much sunlight your home gets, a discount on the Eve MotionBlinds today can make that possible. Right now, Amazon is marking down the HomeKit accessory to $166.56 shipped after you’ve clipped the on-page coupon. This is $34 off the usual $200 price tag and marking the best discount we’ve seen this year. It’s $4 under our previous Black Friday mention, and one of the first price cuts so far in any case. We previously covered what to expect over at 9to5Mac, but also break it down in detail below the fold.

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Sonos Roam/SL AirPlay 2 smart speakers now start from $119 (Reg. $159+)

Reg. $159+ From $119

Sonos is now kicking off its best sale of the year on the Sonos Roam portable smart speaker. Now on sale for $134 shipped, this is a new 2023 low at $45 off the usual $179 price tag. We’ve seen it at $143 in the past, but today’s offer takes an extra 5% off to beat previous mentions. Today’s offer should also be the best price we see through the end of 2023 and into next year. Also on sale today is the Sonos Roam SL which drops microphones from the equation in order to drop pricing to $119. That’s $40 off the usual $159 price tag and also marking the best price of the year. Head below for more.

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Level Bolt offers Siri and HomeKit control in an out of sight design at $142 (Reg. $199)

Reg. $199 $142

Amazon is now offering the Level Bolt Smart Lock for $141.96 shipped after you’ve clipped the on-page coupon. Normally fetching $199, this $47 discount is the third-best chance to save all year. It’s certainly the best of the season so far, dropping well below previous $160 mentions throughout Black Friday and Thanksgiving Week. This is within $7 of the all-time low and the best price in several months. Level Bolt stands out from all of the other models on the market, thanks to its status as being the Invisible Smart Lock that hides all of the motorized deadbolt features out of sight.

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Take an extra 15% off Philips Hue color bulbs, gradient lamps, filament lights, more from $19

Save now From $19

Amazon today is back with one of our favorite smart home promotions, taking 15% off almost the entire assortment of Philips Hue smart bulbs in the process. Marking the first sale of this caliber in months, today’s offers are largely either matching the best discounts of the year or marking new 2023 lows after you’ve clipped the on-page coupon. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. You can shop the entire collection of price cuts right here, or just head below for some of our favorite releases.

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Philips Hue brings HomeKit control to your Christmas tree with its $29 smart plug (Reg. $35)

Reg. $35 $29

Amazon is now offering a rare chance to save on the Philips Hue Smart Plug. Now dropping down to the second-best price yet, you can score this smart home upgrade for $28.99 shipped. It normally sells for $35, and is down to within $2 of the all-time low from back in August. Pairing over Bluetooth or Zigbee, this smart plug expands your Philips Hue setup with the ability to connect lamps, lights, appliances, and other gear into your choice of Siri, Alexa, and Assistant ecosystems. It has a compact design that won’t hog both wall outlets, and makes for a notable upgrade to your smart home for taking advantage of the same reliability that Philips Hue gear has been known to deliver.

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Level Lock+ drops to $279 with Apple Home Keys support and HomeKit in tow (Reg. $329)

Reg. $329 $279

Amazon is now offering the Level Lock+ Smart Lock for $278.99 shipped. The Cyber Monday discount has arrived across all four finishes of the new front door upgrade, dropping each model down from the usual $329 going rate. This is 15% off and marking the second-best price to date across the board. We’ve seen select styles for for $265 once before in the past, but that was over a month ago. We explore the whole experience of what earns this smart lock the plus in its name in our hands-on review, or just go get the rundown below the fold.

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Save 50% on Nanoleaf’s modular HomeKit Shapes Hexagon lighting kit at new $100 low

Reg. $200 $100

Through the end of the day, Nanoleaf is offering its Shapes Hexagons Smarter Kit for $99.99 shipped. This is down from the usual $200 going rate and delivering a $100 price cut for the first time ever. We’ve never tracked a price this low before, with today’s new best-ever discount beating previous mentions by an extra $50. You can learn more in our announcement coverage or just head below for the full rundown.

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Roborock’s intelligent robot vacuums, mops, and auto empty docks now up to $400 off for Black Friday

$400 off From $360

The 2023 Roborock Black Friday deals have now arrived with deep deals and some of the best prices of the year across a number of models in the brand’s lineup. From intelligent LiDAR-equipped robotic vacuums with obstacle avoidance and the all-in-one cleaning/emptying docks they ship with, to the brand’s powerful upright wet/dry vacuum and more, you’re looking at up to $400 in savings with prices starting from $360 shipped. Scope out some of our favorite models in the sale down below.

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Philips Hue 2-bulb HomeKit color starter kit now $120 (Reg. $160), 75W color bulb at $32

Reg. $160 $120

Amazon is now offering a notable starter kit for those looking to finally see what all of the fuss for Philips Hue is about. This HomeKit Color Ambiance Starter Kit now sells for $119.99 shipped. It drops from the usual $160 price tag as one of the first chances to save, delivering $40 in savings along the way. It’s a match of the all-time low for only the second time. Including a pair of the brand’s signature Color Ambiance bulbs, this kit also features the Hue Bridge alongside a companion dimmer switch for getting into the Hue ecosystem for the first time. Head below for more.

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Aqara’s Black Friday sale offers best prices ever on U100 smart lock, camera, more from under $17

Reg. $25 From $17

Black Friday is the perfect time to upgrade your smart home, as Aqara and its 9to5-favorite accessories are getting in on the savings. This year, we’re tracking some of the best discounts yet across the company’s lineup of HomeKit hubs, smart sensors, and tons of other gear for your Siri setup. You can even sweeten the pot by applying our code USCE1TOY at checkout to take an extra 20% off.

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Wyze Floodlight Camera Pro now 33% off at new $100 low, other cameras from $20

Reg. $30+ From $20

Amazon is now offering a new all-time low on the Wyze Floodlight Camera Pro. It typically fetches $150, with today’s offer now dropping the new camera down to $99.98 shipped. It’s 33% off, and landing at the lowest price we have ever seen. This is still one of the first price cuts since debuting earlier in the year, and beats our previous mention by an extra $35. Head below for a full breakdown of the features, as well as some additional Wyze Black Friday deals starting at $20.

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ecobee HomeKit SmartThermostats tame seasonal weather from $170 (Reg. $190+)

Reg. $190 $170

Amazon is now offering the ecobee SmartThermostat Premium for $219.99 shipped. This is down from the usual $250 price tag, and marking a $30 discount as the second-best offer yet. It’s the advertised Black Friday discount, and landing as one of the first chances to save on the more recent flagship release. It comes within $7 of the all-time low, too. You can dive into our hands-on launch coverage for a better idea of what to expect, but we also break down the savings below the fold, too.

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Govee early Black Friday takes up to 50% off RGBIC strips, bulbs, panels, more starting at $10

$150 off $150

Amazon is now offering early Black Friday prices on the Govee AI Gaming Sync Box Kit with Light Bars and Monitor Back Light for $149.99 shipped, after clipping the on-page $110 off coupon. Down from its regular $300 price tag, today’s deal is a 50% markdown off the going rate, coming in $13 above the current used pricing, and landing as a new all-time low. You’ll dive deeper into immersive gameplay with this sync box kit, as Govee’s CogniGlow algorithm recognizes your in-game actions and displays real-time specialized light effects while in the worlds of Valorant, LOL, OW2, Apex, PUBG, COD, Fortnite, and CS Go – with more supported games being added alongside regular updates. You won’t have to worry about your other Govee light products clashing either, as DreamView syncs all of them together for a combined glow of vibrant and breathtaking colors. Head below to learn more.

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Petcube releases new smart 360 pet cam with 8x digital zoom lens and a launch deal at $42

$42

Update: The latest Petcube 360 pet cam detailed below has now dropped back down to the $33.59 Amazon all-time low. 

The new Petcube Cam 360 has now been unveiled. Petcube has been offering up some of the more affordable dedicated smart pet camera systems for a while and its brand new release is now available for purchase with a solid launch deal. While we are expecting to see some big-time deals on its previous-generation models for Black Friday in the coming days, the brand new Petcube Cam 360 is here and is already on sale right now at just over $40 shipped. Head below for all of the details. 

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First price cuts now live on Nanoleaf’s new 4D TV light sync camera systems from $64 (Reg. $80+)

Reg. $80+ From $64

Amazon is now offering the first discounts on the new Nanoleaf 4D TV Light Sync systems. The starter kit is a great way to dive in, and now sells for $79.99 shipped. You’d more regularly pay $100, with today’s offer marking a new all-time low at 20% off. The savings also continue over to just the camera, which can expand your existing Nanoleaf set at $63.99. This one too is 20% off, and dropping from its usual $80 price tag. We break down the experience more below the fold, but also in our launch coverage from over the summer.

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Philips Hue’s early Black Friday sale takes 25% off accent lights when you buy two, 30% off all smart lighting

Shop now 30% off

Philips Hue isn’t letting other retailers beat it to the punch for offering discounts this Black Friday, and today is kicking off its own sale. While you’ll find pages of markdowns across many of its popular smart home lighting products and accessories, the real highlights are on bundles this time around. Philips Hue is taking 30% off select gear when you buy two or more of them at a time, with the same requirement carrying over to some of its accent lighting at 25% off. You can shop the whole sale right here, but below the fold we break down our favorites from the sale.

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Google Nest Hub kicks off early Black Friday savings with $40 discount to $60

Reg. $100 $60

The early Black Friday discounts are beginning to go live, with the Nest Hub 2nd Gen dropping down to $59.99 shipped at B&H as well as Best Buy. Both retailers are now taking $40 off the usual $100 going rate in order to offer the best price we’ve seen all fall or summer. It’s matching our previous mention from the beginning of October, and notably arrives as one of the first offers in months. Get a closer look in our hands-on review, or head below to see how this Assistant upgrade will elevate your smart home.

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Lutron’s Caseta Lamp Dimmer Kit works with Siri, Alexa, and Assistant at $50 (Save 50%)

Reg. $100 $50

Amazon is now offering the Lutron Caseta Smart Lamp Dimmer Kit for $50 shipped. This is a clean 50% price cut from its usual $100 going rate, too, marking a new all-time low in the process. It’s only the second price cut of the year, and now beating our previous mention from a few months back by an extra $18. Lutron makes some of the most reliable smart home gear on the market, and at today’s price there really is no beating this – especially as a jumping off point for the rest of the Caseta ecosystem.

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Lutron Caseta smart home starter kits with HomeKit start from $76 (Reg. $90+)

From $76

Amazon is now discounting a series of Lutron Caseta smart lighting starter kits with HomeKit. Everything ships free across the board and now starts at $75.95, but our favorite bundle on sale today has this Deluxe Smart Dimmer Switch Kit taking the spotlight. It normally sells for $195, but is now marked down to $155.95. It’s not only one of the first chances to save this year, but also a match of the 2023 low. Below the fold we break down what to expect from the ecosystem, as well as detail all of the other starter kits on sale.

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Nanoleaf Lines modular HomeKit lighting kit lands at $160 (Reg. $200), more

Reg. $200 $160

Amazon is now discounting a collection of Nanoleaf Lines modular lighting packages, all of which are headlined by the standard Lines HomeKit Starter Set. Dropping down to $159.99 shipped, you’re now looking at $40 in savings from the usual $200 going rate. This comes within $10 of the all-time low, is the lowest in nearly 2 months, and the second-best discount period. It’s also a match of last year’s Black Friday mention that arrives on sale for one of the first times in 2023. You can get a better idea of what to expect in our hands-on review, though we also take a deeper dive into the Nanoleaf Lines feature set down below while also detailing some of the other bundles on sale.

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Amazon’s just-released Echo Show 5 3rd Gen returns to all-time low of $40 (Reg. $90)

Reg. $90 $40

Amazon is now offering one of the first chances to save on the new Echo Show 5 3rd Gen. This Alexa smart display is now down to $39.99 shipped in three different colorways from its usual $90 price tag. It’s 56% off and marking only the third overall discount, let alone only the second time it has ever dropped this low. Dive into our launch coverage for the full scoop, or head below as we break down what’s new this time around.

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