Aqara HomeKit cameras, hubs, and sensors see Gold Box discounts, more from $10

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Today only, as part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is discounting a collection of smart home gear from popular brands like Aqara, SwitchBot, BN-LINK, and more. With starting prices from $10, shipping is free across the board for Prime members or in orders over $25. Our top pick is the just-released G3 Camera Hub at $87.99. Down from $110, this is the second-best price of the year at $22 off. It comes within $8 of the 2023 low from a few months ago, and is $2 under our previous mention, too. Featuring a 2K sensor that’s limited to 1080p feeds through HomeKit Secure Video, the G3 Camera packs in a Zigbee hub on top of its surveillance capabilities for building out a fuller setup. Over at 9to5Mac, we just took a hands-on look at what the new release from Aqara has to offer, and walked away quite impressed by its ability to create a low-cost HomeKit setup. Head below for more from $10.

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Amazon’s latest Echo speaker fall to 2023 lows: Studio $160, 5th Gen Dot from $28, more

Reg. $50+ From $28

Amazon’s most capable smart speaker has been enjoying its place at the top of the Alexa lineup without any price cuts as of late, and now to start the work week we’re tracking the year’s second chance to save. The Echo Studio fittingly gets its name from the sort of studio sound you’ll be able to enjoy from its robust internal speaker system, and now you can do so with a 2023 all-time low. The smart speaker clocks in at $159.99 shipped in both the original charcoal style, as well as the recently-refreshed glacier colorway. Normally fetching $200 in either case, you’re looking at only the second chance this year to save with $40 in cash kept in your wallet. We last saw the speaker on sale back at the very beginning of May, for comparison.

Amazon’s flagship Echo Studio speaker arrives with a fabric-wrapped design that still keeps it at home in amongst the other Alexa devices from the company, while stepping up the design to fit in all of the higher-end audio components. There’s notably Spatial Audio processing tech packed in to deliver even more immersive sound from its 5-speaker system that comes backed by Dolby Atmos certification. There’s of course all of the streaming service support from the likes of Amazon Music, Apple Music, and Spotify, as well as all the hands-free Alexa access you’d expect for controlling smart home gear, answering questions, and helping out in the kitchen. Then Amazon backs the smart home tech with a built-in Zigbee and Matter hub for an even longer list of supported devices. Dive into our announcement coverage for a closer look.

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Aqara’s just-released HomeKit Smart Lock U100 with Home Key sees first discount to $161

Reg. $190 $161

Aqara today is officially beginning to ship its new Aqara HomeKit Smart Lock U100. Arriving as one of the first offerings on the market with Apple Home Key support, Amazon is celebrating the launch with the very first chance to save. Courtesy of Aqara’s official Amazon storefront, you can drop the new HomeKit smart lock down to $161.49 shipped after code USCAU100 has been applied at checkout. Normally fetching $190, today’s offer marks the first chance to actually buy the new release at full price, let alone with some savings attached. It’s over $28 off the MSRP and a new all-time low.

Earlier today, we dove into what you can expect from the new smart lock and walked away impressed in our hands-on review. As for how the new release stacks up, Apple HomeKit support really is the star of the show. But it won’t just work with Siri and the rest of your iPhone-friendly accessories, but also with Home Key tech that allows you to unlock just by tapping your phone to the lock with NFC. Otherwise, you’re looking at a sleek front door upgrade with the Aqara Smart Lock U100 that sports a built-in touchscreen and fingerprint sensor for some other ways to unlock without your keys. Head below for more.

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Amazon’s smart monitor keeps tabs on dangerous east coast air quality at $55 (Reg. $70)

Reg. $70 $55

Much of the east coast right now is battling the effects of dangerous air quality from the Canadian wildfires. Stepping in to make sure your indoor space is safe from the dusty air, Amazon is now offering its Smart Air Quality Monitor for $54.99 shipped. Already one of the more affordable solutions on the market, pricing gets even better with a $15 discount from the usual $70 going rate. This is the third-best price to date, dropping down to within $6 of the all-time low last set back in December. Providing stats on five different factors of your home’s air quality, this sensor can monitor temperature, humidity, carbon monoxide, VOCs, and PM 2.5 particulate matter. Though it’s those last two that really matter for ensuring your home has safe air. It not only alerts you when conditions change, but will also let you automate the rest of your setup based on those stats. So when things get too hot this summer you can automatically kick on the AC, or use a fan to help get some circulation when the air quality drops down. You can also get a better idea of what to expect from our launch coverage.

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Google’s latest Nest cams now on sale: Nest Doorbell Battery $130, Outdoor Cam $140, more from $80

Reg. $100+ From $80

To end the work week, we’re now tracking price cuts across four entries in Google’s latest lineup of smart home cameras. Including offerings for all around your property – both inside and out – the savings today all kick off with the latest Google Nest Doorbell (Battery) for $129.99 shipped. Down from the usual $180 going rate, you’re looking at $50 in savings alongside the second-best price of the year. It did drop down to $11 less during a 1-day sale back in May, but this is the lowest we’ve seen otherwise in throughout 2023 so far. Google’s latest battery-powered Nest Doorbell arrives with all of the Nest and Assistant integration you’d expect from the brand’s most recent front porch protector. It packs 1080p recording into a refreshed design that’s easier on the eyes than the original model, with the rechargeable battery ditching 24/7 recording in favor of live feed access with 3 hours of local event video history recording. Get a closer look at all of the intricacies in our hands-on review. Head below for more from $80.

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New indoor/outdoor SwitchBot smart Wireless Hygrometer Thermometer launches at just $10

Reg. $15 $10

Today SwitchBot is announcing its new smart Wireless Hygrometer Thermometer. The brand has been delivering smart thermometers, switches, and some more unique smart home gear like its Button Pusher that transforms basic light switches and things of that nature into smart ones as well as its smart curtain motor. But today it has turned its attention to new indoor/outdoor smart Hygrometer Thermometer and is launching with a solid 20% or more discount. Head below for a closer look. 

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Philips Hue refurb sale offers rare discounts on HomeKit lights, accessories, more from $20

Woot today is launching its latest chance to score deep discounts on Philips Hue gear thanks to one of its signature certified refurbished sales. Marking down a collection of smart LED bulbs, lamps, lightstrips, and accessories, everything ships free for Prime members. A $6 delivery free will then apply otherwise. Marking a rare chance to save on some gear that hardly ever goes on sale in the first place all starting from $20, you’ll be able to expand your Siri, Alexa, or Assistant setup with everything from standard light bulb to individually-addressable RGB lightstrips, filament bulbs, and even outdoor smart lighting. Everything is down to the best prices of the year and also comes backed by a 90-day warranty. You’ll find all of our top picks down below.

Govee’s first Matter/HomeKit LED light strip launches with $60 price and high-density design

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Today, Govee, a leader in the more budget-friendly smart home product industry, is announcing the availability of its first Matter-enabled RGBICW LED Light Strip M1. Sporting support for Assistant, Alexa, and Matter, this strip will even work with HomeKit if you have a compatible hub, making it one of Govee’s most versatile products yet. Ready to learn what all this strip can do? Keep reading to find out everything about the Govee RGBICW LED Light Strip M1 including the price.

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Save on all three Philips Hue Gradient Lightstrips from $189 at Amazon (Reg. $250+, 2023 lows)

Reg. $250+ From $189

Amazon is now discounting all three of the Philips Hue Gradient LightStrips to some of the best prices of all-time. The savings kick off with the 65-inch length offering, which drops down to $190 shipped. With a usual $270 MSRP, today’s offer lands at $80 off. It’s well below our previous $216 mention and arrives as a new all-time low at Amazon with 30% in savings in tow. The larger 75-inch model is also on sale, and landing at the best price of the year following a $60 discount down to $239.99. Lastly, the 55-inch lightstrip sells for $189 from its usual $250 price tag while beating our previous mention by $11.

Expanding the rest of the Philips Hue Play ecosystem, the recent Gradient Lightstrip pair with a required Hue hub in order to bring your smart home setup to the home theater. Attaching onto the back of your TV, there are two different sizes on sale to fit an up to 75-inch TV in order to sync the addressable color LEDs to what’s shown on screen with the companion Play Box. Perfect for building out an immersive home theater setup, these are some of the more novel releases from Philips Hue yet. Head below for more.

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Yale’s push button Assure Lock 2 with HomeKit starts from $155 (Reg. $180+, Second-best)

Reg. $180+ From $155

Amazon is now offering one of the very first chances to save on the new Yale Assure Lock 2. This recently-released smart home upgrade just hit the scene last fall with HomeKit in tow alongside plenty of other connectivity options, and is now seeing its second discount. Landing at $209.99 shipped, today’s offer now amounts to $60 in savings from its usual $260 going rate. This is a new all-time low, as well.

Outfitting the front door with smart home control, the Yale Assure Lock 2 features quite a few different ways to unlock. There’s notably a touchscreen design that offers a manual way to punch in codes, which is joined by all of the smart features. HomeKit and Siri support are two easy headliners, but there’s also compatibility with the companion smartphone app, too. All of which let you ditch traditional keys from the equation. Different from the original model, there’s now a more compact module that installs on the back of your door and is 30% smaller than before. You can learn more in our launch coverage, too.

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Shark’s IQ robot vacuum makes spring cleaning easy with smartphone control at new low of $220

Reg. $300 $220

Amazon is offering the Shark AV993 IQ Robot Vacuum for $219.99 shipped. This $80 discount from its normal $300 going rate now marks the best price we’ve seen all-time. It also saves 27% from the list price and marks the first time that we’ve seen it below $250 in over a year. Ready to make your spring cleaning chores easier, this robot vacuum features deep-cleaning power that allows it to take on both large and small debris as well as pick up pet hair from carpets or hard floors. There’s a self-cleaning brush roll that removes pet and other long hair as it clean too, which helps to avoid getting wrapped up. You’ll be able to use either the Shark app on your iPhone or Android smartphone as well as Alexa/Assistant to start vacuuming, which makes it easier than ever to tell your new robot to go clean the living room. This Shark robot vacuum leverages row-by-row methodical cleaning to ensure that it doesn’t miss a spot. Keep reading for more.

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GE’s latest Cync LED smart rope light strip is now shipping to let you make any shape on the wall

Buy now $102.50

Today, GE’s latest Cync LED rope light is finally available for purchase at Lowe’s. You’ll find that this unique light will add fun shapes and illumination to any space. Powered by LEDs, you’ll be able to essentially make any shape on the wall, thanks to how flexible the rope is. Sound like something you’d want to add to your space? Keep reading to find out all the features of the latest GE Cync RGB LED rope light.

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Add two HomeKit meross smart light switches to your setup at new low of $27 (Save 35%)

Reg. $41 $27

The official meross Amazon storefront is offering a 2-pack of its Wi-Fi HomeKit Smart Light Switches for $26.79 shipped once you clip the on-page coupon. Typically going for $41 at Amazon, this smart switch kit just dropped to $33 at Amazon before the stacking discount comes in to deliver a new all-time low. In fact, this sale saves 35% as well, making now a solid time to pick up the kit. Designed to deliver voice control to any room in your house, going for a smart switch instead bulbs can save big depending on how many fixtures your home has. This one switch can turn an entire room on or off, and even features integration with HomeKit, Alexa, and Assistant so you can use any of the three main smart home platforms to control it. Whether you’re going for voice commands, automations, or timers, these two switches are up to the task. Keep reading for more.

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Have Siri control your AC with ecobee’s HomeKit SmartThermostat at $190 (Save $30)

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Just in time for the warmer weather rolling in, Amazon is now offering the ecobee HomeKit SmartThermostat for $189.99 shipped. Dropping from the $220 price tag we’ve been tracking as of late, today’s offer arrives as it fell from the original $250 going rate last fall. Today’s offer amounts to $30 in savings and is matching the 2023 low, marking only the second discount of the year in the process. ecobee SmartThermostat automates your heating or cooling setup to ensure you’re comfortable throughout the tail end of winter and into the inconsistent spring weather. Replacing your existing unit, the SmartThermostat features a touchscreen display to control or monitor settings, and also arrives with HomeKit support out of the box as well as onboard access to Siri and Alexa. A bundled temperature sensor also lets you adjust settings based on hyperlocal readings. Dive into our hands-on review for a closer look and then head below for more.

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Just-released Wyze Cam Pan v3 sees first discount with 2-pack hitting $68 (Reg. $80)

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Amazon is now offering a 2-pack of the all-new Wyze Cam Pan v3 Smart Camera for $68.16 shipped. Normally fetching $40 each, you’re looking at a combined bundle price of $80. Now dropping by 15%, this is the very first chance to save period, regardless of if you’re looking to score a single one or multiple. It’s also a new all-time low and the best value out there. Having just hit the scene back in February, the latest addition to the Wyze stable arrives with an entirely new design that still very much packs the brand’s signature stylings. Each of the two cameras feature 1080p streaming capabilities with direct connection right to your Wi-Fi. They can connect with Alexa and Assistant, while also featuring color night vision, two-way audio, and motion detection. Though the real star of the show is the pan and tilt functionality, which lets you surveil an entire room. Further explore how the features stack up in our hands-on review.

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Dreametech’s all-new L10 Ultra robo vac/mop has up to 60 days of fully automated cleaning

Buy today $900

Today, Dreametech is announcing its brand-new DreameBot L10 Ultra robot vacuum and mop for purchase. Designed to be a “fully-automated cleaning system,” the L10 Ultra has a lot to like about it. There’s an auto-empty base, which also features mop washing and drying as well as automatic water- and solution-adding functionality. Then, the robot itself has dual rotary mopping pads, full navigation, and more. If you’re looking for a way to have hands-free cleaning this spring, then read on to find out more about the Dreamtech DreameBot L10 Ultra robot vacuum and mop.

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Call up Assistant with a $14 discount on Google’s latest Nest Mini smart speaker at $36

Reg. $50 $36

After seeing the Nest Hub Max go on sale earlier in the week, Best Buy today is offering only the second chance to save this year on the Google Nest Mini. Courtesy of the retailer, the brand’s latest smart speaker sells for $35.98 shipped. Down from the usual $50 going rate, you’re looking at the second-best price of the year and the lowest since back in January. Right at the start of the year, it sold for $11 less for a limited time, with today’s offer delivering the only other chance to save this year otherwise and the best since. Delivering the most affordable way in the Google smart speaker stable to bring home Assistant, the Nest Mini arrives with a compact, fabric-wrapped design that’s as ideal for living in the family room as it is on the bedside table and really anywhere else in your home. So whether you need to command connected lighting or call up some cooking help in the kitchen, Nest Mini is an essential upgrade for those in Google’s smart home ecosystem. Dive into our hands-on review for a closer look and then head below for more.

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Add four Wi-Fi meross RGBWW LED light bulbs to your smart home setup at $24 ($6 each)

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The official meross Amazon storefront is offering a 4-pack of its Wi-Fi RGBWW LED Light Bulbs for $23.99 once you clip the on-page coupon. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. Down 20% from its normal going rate at Amazon, you’d normally spend $30 for this kit and today’s deal makes the bulbs just $6 each. Ready to deliver a colorful experience anywhere in your home, these bulbs screw into existing light sockets and connect to Wi-Fi. When connected to your home’s network, you’ll find that these bulbs can change to basically any color that you want with ease. Whether you change the color or brightness through the meross app or with Alexa/Assistant, these will be a great way to expand your existing smart home setup. On top of being able to produce colors, the light bulbs are also capable of going from 2700K to 6500K for the white temperature which lets you dial it into your home’s existing bulbs with ease. Keep reading for more.

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Wemo’s Smart Video Doorbell with HomeKit Secure Video lands at $190 low (Reg. $250)

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Amazon is now offering the Wemo Smart Video Doorbell with HomeKit Secure Video for $190.61 shipped. Normally fetching $250, today’s offer is now arriving at a new all-time low. It’s only the second discount of the year at $59 off, while also beating our previous mention by $4. Having just launched about a year ago, this Wemo smart doorbell is one of the first options on the market outfitted with HomeKit Secure Video support, but there’s more to the story than just integration with Apple’s smart home system. It also sports a 4MP camera sensor that is backed by a 178-degree field of view for delivering 1080p feeds into the Home app. The dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity is a nice touch for making sure that it can still get service out on the porch, and the IP55 weather-resistance helps it stand up to the elements. Our launch coverage gives you a better idea of what to expect if you’re not sold, as well.

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Review: Shark’s new self-emptying Matrix robot vac has lots of cleaning power with little noise

Buy now $500

Today, Shark is introducing its latest robot vacuum with the Matrix. Designed around an all-new cleaning system, the Matrix robot vacuum from Shark not only does parallel lines to clean your home but also does perpendicular and diagonal in order to ensure that it scrubs every square inch of carpet from every angle for the deepest clean possible. On top of that, it has a self-empty base, which is bagless and easy to use without taking up a lot of room in your home. Ready to learn more? We’ve spent the past few days with the latest Shark Matrix robot vacuum, and our hands-on review is down below.

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Govee’s new gaming Neon Rope light sees first discount to $80 alongside $45 off AI Sync Box kit

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Govee just expanded its stable with a new AI sync box to make your smart lights dance and react with your battlestation, and now the brand is discounting one of its latest smart lighting tie-ins. The company’s neon rope lights have long been a personal favorite of mine, with a similar love shared amongst 9to5Toys readers. Now Govee is bringing that same retro look to the gaming side of its portfolio with the new Gaming Neon Rope Lights that are on sale for $79.99 shipped after the on-page coupon has been clipped at Amazon. Dropping from the $90 MSRP it just launched with last week, today’s offer arrives with $10 in savings and a new all-time low. Designed to look like a neon light, this unique smart lightstrip measures 10 feet long and features a flexible design that can be used to wrap around your desk, monitor, PC, or even make custom artwork up on your wall. It features 42 segments of addressable RGB lighting, so you can set gradients, illumination effects, and achieve even more immersive lighting. The whole thing pairs with Alexa and Google Assistant over Wi-Fi for voice control, while the companion app handles scheduling and automations. Head below for more.

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Philips Hue’s Smart Button Starter Kit includes three HomeKit bulbs at $58 low (Reg. $100)

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Amazon now offers the Philips Hue White Ambiance Smart Button Starter Kit for $58.22 shipped. Down from the usual $100 going rate, this is the best discount we’ve ever seen. It clocks in at 42% off, as well as at $15 under our previous mention from back in February. This is only the second discount of the year, too. Including everything you need to kickstart a smart home lighting setup, this bundle gives you three dimmable LED bulbs that’ll work with the likes of HomeKit, Alexa, or Assistant right out of the box thanks to the included Hue bridge. Then a Hue Smart Button rounds out the package for family members who aren’t ready to fully adopt voice-enabled lights. Even though you’re not getting the brand’s latest lights, this is as good of a value as you’ll find for diving into the most robust smart home lighting ecosystem on the market. Head below for more.

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Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor with ambient light sensor works with HomeKit at $43

Reg. $50 $43

Amazon is now offering the Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor for $42.75 shipped. As the first markdown of 2023, you’re now looking at a $7 discount from the usual $50 going rate. We last saw it go on sale back in September where it did hit $35, but this is the first chance to save in several months. If you’ve already been bringing the smart home technology to your patio for adding a bit more flare to outdoor spaces for spring hangouts, this Philips Hue motion sensor is a great solution for tying everything together. On top of being able to just automate lights and scenes based on when motion is detected, the waterproof design also packs an ambient light sensor that can be used to automatically turn on outdoor string lights, porch lamps, and more as the sun sets.  Pairing with the rest of your setup over Zigbee and the required Hue bridge, it is a great option for ditching imprecision geofencing in favor of hyper-local tracking. You can get all of the details on why we called it “an ideal smart home companion” in our hands-on review.

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Amazon’s latest Echo Dot with Clock hits $40 low (Save 33%), Echo Show 10 at $195, more

Reg. $50+ From $35

Joining just about every other corner of Amazon’s stable of in-house devices seeing discounts for spring, the latest collection of Echo Dot Alexa speakers are now getting in on the deals. This time around, shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25 and carries over from the just-released 5th Gen models to more budget-friendly offerings that all start from $20. Our top pick this time is discounting the just-released Echo Dot 5th Gen with Clock for only the fourth time. Now down to $39.99, this recent debut would more typically set you back $60. Now down by 33%, this is marking an all-time low for only the second time. It’s the first time we’ve seen this deep of a discount land in 2023, and the lowest since Black Friday at $5 under our previous mention.

Amazon’s new Echo Dot 5th Gen arrives with much of the same spherical design we’ve seen in the past, but packs some improved tech to justify the refresh. Inside is a new sound system that makes this the best sounding Echo Dot to date with clearer vocals and deeper bass. The built-in LED display shows you the time, but now can also display weather stats, songs, alarms, and other info to complement all of the usual Alexa features. Head below for discounts on the other new Echo Dot 5th Gen models and more.

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Amazon’s Smart Air Quality Monitor drops to $55 (Reg. $70), plus other official gear from $20

Reg. $70 $55

Amazon is now offering the second chance this year to outfit your Alexa smart home with some added accessories. Marking down its suite of in-house add-ons to Alexa, our favorite of the batch now puts the Amazon Smart Air Quality Monitor in the spotlight. Joining all of the other discounts at the second-best prices of the year, today’s offer lands at $54.99 shipped. It typically fetches $70, and is now within $6 of the all-time low. We just saw it land at $5 less back at the end of last month. Providing stats on five different factors of your home’s air quality, this sensor can monitor temperature, humidity, VOCs, carbon monoxide, and PM 2.5 particulate matter. It not only alerts you when conditions change, but will also let you automate the rest of your setup based on those stats. So when things get too hot this summer you can automatically kick on the AC, or use a fan to help get some circulation when the air quality drops down. You can also get a better idea of what to expect from our launch coverage.

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Wyze smart Floodlight Cam upgrades your Alexa and Assistant setups at $75 (Reg. $100)

$100 $75

Amazon is now offering the Wyze Floodlight Cam for $74.98 shipped. Normally fetching $100, you’re looking at the third-best price to date at 25% off. It lands at within $5 of the all-time low from the beginning of February and is the best price since. Bringing all of Wyze’s usual budget-friendly security focus outside of your home, its recent Floodlight Cam arrives with a 1080p HD sensor that comes outfitted with a pair of 2,600-lumen LEDs to deliver on the naming scheme. It sports 270-degree motion detection which on top of turning on the lights, can also trigger the 105dB siren and send alerts to the companion smartphone app. You’ll also be able to pair the camera with the likes of Alexa and Google Assistant for expanding either smart home ecosystem. Our launch coverage details all of the other smart home security features, too. Head below for more.

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ECOVACS’ latest DEEBOT T10 OMNI has built-in language processing plus much more

Today, ECOVACS, a well-known brand in the robot cleaning space, is introducing three new smart vacuums and mops. With the N10+, T9+, and T10 OMNI making their way to retailers now, you’ll find that the latest models from the DEEBOT lineup are perfect for cleaning your house this spring. Pricing starts at $650, and you can learn all about the latest ECOVACS has to offer below.

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SwitchBot’s Hub 2.0 supports Matter and HomeKit, now available for pre-order

After being unveiled back at CES, the all new SwitchBot Hub 2.0 is now available for pre-order. This Wi-Fi hub also doubles as a thermo-hygrometer alongside acting as the central gateway for all your SwitchBot smart home products; the biggest upgrade the company has made here is the inclusion of Matter and HomeKit support. Coming in a sleek and stylish white frame, the new SwitchBot Hub 2.0 will fit anywhere in your home while packing in the latest and greatest smart home communication protocol. Expected to begin shipping in April – keep reading below to learn more about this new hub from SwitchBot.

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Grow your Siri setup with Philips Hue Color Ambiance smart bulbs at $39 (Reg. $55)

Reg. $55 $39

Amazon is now offering the Philips Hue White and Color Ambiance A19 Medium Lumen Bluetooth Smart Bulb for $38.97 shipped. Normally selling for $55, you’re looking at the first price cut in months at 29% off. This comes within less than $1 of our previous mention from last fall and is the third-best price to date. Delivering a brighter bulb than the standard Philips Hue releases, this higher lumen model arrives as the equivalent of a 75W tradition bulb. Other than providing more light for your space, there’s the same notable feature set as its other offerings like Bluetooth connectivity for pairing with Alexa or Assistant devices, Zigbee for integrating into a HomeKit setup, and the ability to add a pop of color to any space. Philips Hue makes some of the most reliable smart bulbs on the market, and its latest offering certainly embodies that after months of personal usage.

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Ring announces new Battery Doorbell Plus with ‘head-to-toe’ HD+ video, more

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Today, Amazon-owned Ring is announcing its first new video doorbell in two years with the Battery Doorbell Plus. With a new head-to-toe HD+ resolution, motion detection and alerts, and more, the new Ring Battery Doorbell Plus enters with quite a few features… though a lot of those functions will only be available with a Ring Protect plan. Looking for more info on the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus? Keep reading to find out all we know and how to pre-order.

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Save $50 on this HomeKit-enabled Nanoleaf Shapes Triangles bundle at new $200 low

Reg. $250 $200

Amazon is now offering the Nanoleaf Shapes Triangles and Mini Triangles Starter Kit at $199.99 shipped after you’ve clipped the on-page coupon. Normally fetching $250, you’re looking at one of the first price cuts on this bundle pack at $50 off. It’s a new all-time low and only the second chance to save, clocking in at $20 under the only other discount. This package of Nanoleaf Shapes includes a total of 17 panels that combine the usual Triangles with an assortment of the miniature variants. This allows you to leverage the modular designs together for creating a much more unique piece of wall art that also fills your room with some ambient lighting. These more recent additions to the lineup improve the experience while still providing HomeKit support alongside Alexa and Assistant control, as well as multicolor output and the ability to set various scenes with unique lighting effects. All of the Nanoleaf Shapes accessories can be connected for even more interesting layouts thanks to the updated mounting and interlocking system, which can be expanded down the line. You can learn more in our announcement coverage. Head below for more.

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Onvis Thread HomeKit Contact Sensor hits $21 all-time low at 30% off, plus Motion Sensor at $24

Reg. $30 From $21

The official Onvis Amazon storefront is now offering its Thread-enabled HomeKit Door Contact Sensor for $20.99 shipped when clipping the on-page coupon. As only the third discount from its usual $30 going rate, this is delivering a new all-time low at 30% off. The previous two discounts both landed at 15% off, with today’s offer delivering an extra 15% in savings. Having just hit the scene, these new Onvis contact sensors arrive to deliver Thread and HomeKit control for automating your space in the new year. Ideal for adding some extra security into the mix or setting routines to run based on when a door opens or closes, the sensors will let you take your smart home to the next level. We’ve previously gone hands-on with Onvis gear and walked away impressed, too. Head below to see how these Onvis offerings compare to other contact sensors on the market.

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SwitchBot makes your tilt blinds smart with latest solar-powered kit, available now

Today, SwitchBot’s latest smart Blind Tilt conversion kit is available for purchase on Amazon. Ready to make your traditional tilt blinds smart? This kit is battery-powered and even comes with a solar panel for easy installation without having to run a bunch of wires. Sound like something you’d be interested in? Keep reading for more information.

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Amazon’s Echo Show 15 sees first discount since Cyber Monday at $195 (Save $55), more

Reg. $85+ From $45

After seeing its latest lineup of Fire tablets as well as Kindle e-readers go on sale to start the week, Amazon is now carrying over the savings to a collection of Echo smart displays. Shipping is free across the board. Headlining the sale is the Echo Show 15 for $194.99. Normally fetching $250, today’s offer amounts the third-best discount yet at $55 off. This is the first chance to save since back on Cyber Monday, as well.

Delivering Amazon’s largest screen-based Alexa experience yet, the Echo Show 15 is fittingly centered around a wall-mountable 15.6-inch screen. You’ll find all of the usual hands-free voice control access for commanding smart home devices and the like, as well as some more novel features allowed by the screen form-factor. The new Visual ID feature will automatically adjust content based on who’s in the room, and the larger display now supports a refreshed widget system for showing off family reminders, photos, and much more. Dive into our announcement coverage for a closer look. Head below for more.

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Just $8.50 scores you this VOCOlinc HomeKit Smart Plug on Amazon (Save 35%)

Reg. $13 $8.50

Amazon is now offering the VOCOlinc HomeKit Smart Plug for $8.49 when clipping the on-page coupon. Shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. Normally fetching $13, you can now score a Siri-enabled smart plug for 35% off. This is the second-best we’ve seen to date at within $0.50 of the all-time low last set in September, and the best since. Delivering an affordable way to have Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant control lamps and appliances, this smart plug pairs right to your Wi-Fi, ditching the need for an external hub. It’s quite rare to see an offering anywhere in this price range with HomeKit out of the box, which can be used to schedule and automate the smart plug alongside controlling over voice commands. We’ve reviewed other VOCOlinc HomeKit gear in the past, for a better idea of what to expect from the brand, too.

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Wyze announces Cam OG and Cam OG Telephoto in return to its $20 roots

Wyze is a household name around here when it comes to budget-focused home security smart home gear. Well, today, the company is going back to its roots with the Wyze Cam OG and Wyze Cam OG Telephoto. Both models feature color night vision, IP65-rated weather resistance, 24/7 recording to a local microSD card, and Assistant/Alexa integrations. With pricing starting at $20 plus shipping, these new cameras from Wyze also pack a new feature that we’ve never seen from the company before. Sound intriguing? Keep reading to learn more.

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Google Nest Hub Max lands at $190 (Reg. $229) alongside other Nest speakers from $25

Reg. $50+ From $25

Amongst a series of other Google Assistant smart home devices, Best Buy now offers the Google Nest Hub Max for $189.99 shipped in two styles. Marked down from the usual $229 going rate, this is the second-best price to date at within $26 of the all-time low set first on Black Friday. The $39 in savings are also the best we’ve seen since the holiday shopping season. Google Nest Hub Max delivers the brand’s flagship Assistant package with a 10-inch display in tow alongside all of the other smart home control and features you’d expect. Standing out from other smart displays in the Google lineup, you’ll find a noteworthy feature called Face Match, which delivers personalized music recommendations, adjust what shows on the built-in display, and more based on who’s around. We “couldn’t recommend it enough” in our hands-on review and you can head below for more.

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Loona is the new adorable little smart robot puppy you’ve always dreamed about

Have you heard of Loona yet? She is a smart pet robot that has now garnered millions of dollars in backer funds on crowdfunding sites and has already started shipping to early investors. It seems as though tech companies have been starting to push smart home robot tech more and more over the last few years, not unlike the many learning and coding bots we have seen out there and the upcoming Amazon Astro household helper, but Loona is taking a slightly different and more adorable approach here. Coming in the form of a little robotic puppy, she is looking to become your new best friend and help out around the house too. Head below for more details. 

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Just $25 scores you LIFX’s HomeKit color smart bulb at an Amazon low (Save 50%)

Reg. $50 $25

Amazon is currently offering the LIFX Color A19 HomeKit Light Bulb for $24.99 shipped. Down from the usual $50 price tag you’ll normally pay, today’s offer stacks up to a new all-time low. The 32% discount beats our previous mention by $6 and even manages to undercut the holiday pricing by $1, too. Delivering 1,100-lumens of brightness, this smart LED light doesn’t require an external hub in order to work with Siri, Alexa, and Assistant setups right out of the box. Its full color output pairs with various white temperatures for setting the perfect scene be it during movie nights or to add a pop of color to your office. Head below for more.

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Rachio debuts new universal Smart Hose hub so everyone can automate lawn care and watering

Rachio – a leader is smart yard care products – is introducing its new Smart Hose Timer at CES 2023. The brand is best known for its intelligent sprinkler controller systems, most recently the Rachio Smart Irrigation Controller, as well as the smart analysis and weather tech it makes use of, but it is now delivering a similar setup to a much wider potential user base. The new Rachio Smart Hose Timer allows folks without a built-in irrigation system (or something of that nature) to leverage much of the technology and convenience the brand has been developing for years now and at a much lower price point. Head below for a closer look. 

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Lockly intros ‘first of its kind’ Smart Safe with tamper notifications, remote access, more

Lockly – makers of “the world’s most advanced” smart locks and Vision video doorbell solutions – is introducing its new smart safe at CES 2023 this year. The brand is ready to evolve beyond the entry point of your home or office to help secure property and belongings with its new Lockly Smart Safe. The biometric sensor-packed home safe directly connects with your smart device for remote access, tamper notifications, and a bevy of other intelligent features. Head below for a closer look at the new Lockly Smart Safe.

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Aqara launches end of the year smart home sale on HomeKit cameras, hubs, more from $14

Save now From $14

Aqara is a mainstay around 9to5Toys for making some of our favorite HomeKit accessories, and now for the holiday season we’re seeing deep discounts land across its latest releases. Whether you’re looking to leverage some gift card credit you scored this past week or just expand your Siri setup ahead of the new year, Amazon is marking down everything from its latest HomeKit hubs to add-on sensors and accessories.

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New all-time lows land on Lenovo’s Smart Clock 2 with Assistant from $20 (Reg. $70+)

New lows From $20

Best Buy is now offering a new all-time low on the the Lenovo Smart Clock 2 with Wireless Charging Dock, which now drops down to far below the Black Friday pricing from last month. Currently sitting at $24.99, you’re looking at 72% in savings from the usual $90 going rate at $20 under our previous mention. Shipping is free in orders over $35. Lenovo’s latest second-generation Smart Clock just hit the scene in the latter half of last year and arrives powered by Google Assistant. Alongside living up to its name by doubling as an alarm clock, there’s the usual feature set you’d expect from Assistant like smart home device control and more. Plus, you’ll find the bundled charging dock that delivers a 10W Qi pad and 2.4A USB-A port for a streamlined nightstand setup. Dive into our hands-on review for all of the details, and then head below for more.

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Amazon takes extra 15% off Philips Hue color, dimmable, and filament smart bulbs from $22

15% off From $22

Amazon is now discounting a selection of Philips Hue smart bulbs, delivering an extra 15% in savings across a wide range of gear for your smart home setup. Just clip the on-page coupon for each of the listings to lock-in the savings, of which shipping is free for Prime members or in orders over $25. Our top pick brings the Color Ambiance High Lumen Smart Bulb for $55.33. Down from $65, this is one of the lowest prices of the year, the second-best since its MSRP bumped up in May, and good for $10 in savings. Delivering the brightest color bulb from Philips Hue yet, its recent release has a higher lumen output that’s the equivalent of a 100W traditional bulb. Other than providing more light for your space, there’s the same notable feature set as its other offerings like Bluetooth connectivity for pairing with Alexa or Assistant devices, Zigbee for integrating into a HomeKit setup, and the ability to add a pop of color to any space. Head below for more from $22.

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9to5Toys Gift Guide: Rikka’s must-have smart home upgrades for any budget from $25

If you’re still looking to cross a few names off the holiday shopping list, today we’re taking a look at some of our favorite smart home accessories that would make perfect gifts come Christmas. Headlined by mainstays in the world of Siri, Alexa, and Assistant-enabled tech like Nanoleaf, Philips Hue, Wemo, and other brands, we’re wrapping up all of the best smart home buys in our latest gift guide.

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GE Profile’s new Smart Mixer weighs your dough…and stops mixing when it’s done

To kick off the holiday season, Crate & Barrel is partnering with GE Profile to launch a brand-new unique stand mixer. Available for pre-order now, the new GE Profile Smart Mixer with Auto Sense will take your baking to the next level with a plethora of sensors and features. The biggest function is voice control and auto stopping when the mixing process is done, preventing your dough from being mixed too much. Sound intriguing? Keep reading to find out more about this $1,000 mixer.

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Automate Christmas lights with Eve’s energy-monitoring Thread Home smart plug at $32

Reg. $40 $32

Amazon currently offers the Eve Energy HomeKit Smart Plug with Thread for $31.95 shipped when clipping the on-page coupon. Marking one of the first notable price cuts to date since being refreshed last year, today’s offer amounts to 20% in savings from the usual $40 going rate. This is matching the all-time low set just twice before, as well. Updated with Thread support to go alongside all of the original Bluetooth HomeKit support, Eve’s smart plug packs a few extra tricks to upgrade your Siri setup. On top of the new Thread radio, there’s also energy monitoring capabilities for keeping tabs on power vampires or just monitoring electric usage on various appliances. And with the holiday season around the corner, this is a great option to turn on Christmas lights and the like with your voice. We took a hands-on look at what to expect from the experience in our HomeKit Weekly series, as well.

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Philips Hue Gradient lamps and lightstrips with addressable multicolor LEDs on sale from $197

Save $50+ From $197

Philips Hue discounts are typically some of the final holdouts to go live during the Black Friday shopping season, but before Thanksgiving even rolls around we’re already tracking some rare price cuts. Courtesy of Amazon, the new Philips Hue Gradient Signe Floor Lamp is on sale for one of the very first times. Dropping down to $279.73 shipped, today’s offer amounts to $50 in savings from the usual $330 going rate in order to deliver a new all-time low. Arriving as one of the more unique expansions of the Philips Hue Gradient series, this Signe floor lamp packs an upright design that can paint a corner, the sides of your TV, and other spots in your home with all of the usual colors that you’d expect. Though stepping up from other models, the internal lighting array features individually-addressable LEDs for more creative color pallets or syncing on-screen content to the ambient lights in your home theater. Compatible with Bluetooth or Zigbee, this can connect with Siri, Alexa, and Assistant, too. Head below for other Philips Hue Black Friday discounts.

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