Smart Home

Segway has expanded its Navimow offering with the VisionFence, a sensor designed to improve location accuracy and mowing intelligence. The VisionFence Sensor effectively serves as an upgraded obstacle avoidance module and will work in tandem with Segway's existing Exact Fusion Locating System (EFLS). Segway has finally confirmed UK pricing for the Navimow series too.

The Indiegogo campaign for BLUETTI's modular AC500 portable power station has now ended, resulting in the release of the LiFePO4-powered generator to retail. It, along with the B300S battery packs that can scale its output up to 18,432 watt-hours (Wh, or an estimated 6 days' worth of electricity for an average household), can now be purchased from its first-party sales page or on Amazon.

TP Vision has unveiled new Philips The Xtra and Philips The One TVs for 2023. The Xtra range is available in sizes up to 75-in, with a 120 Hz display with up to 1,000 nits brightness and built-in Bowers & Wilkins sound systems. The One TVs come with 120 Hz and 60 Hz screens, on offer in sizes up to 85-in.

The 2023 Philips OLED TV range has been revealed by TP Vision. Included in the lineup is the Philips OLED+908, a model with up to 2,100 nits brightness. Other upgrades to various models include support for Dolby Vision 4K 120 Hz and Google TV OS, and gaming features include HDMI 2.1 eARC.

The comparatively affordable 65-inch TV from Vizio might be a noteworthy alternative to the much newer LG B2, as both OLED sets come with a quick 120Hz refresh rate and HDMI 2.1, but don't get particularly bright in HDR mode.

The XGIMI Aura is now available for less than US$2,000. Typically, the 4K projector sells for US$2,499 but launched for US$2,799. The XGIMI Aura can create up to 150-inch images with a 0.223:1 throw ratio and offers up to 2,400 ANSI lumens, among other features.

The TV 65 Q2 Pro is OnePlus' latest smart home product for the Indian market. It offers a new 4K QLED "home theater experience", driven at 120Hz by a MediaTek processor. The Q2 Pro comes with its own in-built Horizon soundbar co-engineered with Dynaudio, Gamma Engine Ultra motion optimizations and HDMI 2.1. The new Google TV has been unveiled alongside an unexpected inaugural addition to the OnePlus connected-device ecosystem.

The Xiaomi Automatic Smart Door Lock is expected to launch shortly in countries worldwide. You can unlock the device in many ways, including an integrated fingerprint scanner. Plus, the gadget is compatible with Apple HomeKit, letting you open the door with Siri voice commands or the Apple Home app.

Xiaomi has launched the Smart Lightstrip in Europe, now available in Germany. The gadget is a cheaper version of the Smart Lightstrip Pro, with many customizable features, such as dynamic lighting effects. You can also sync the lighting with your music and control the device with Siri, Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands.

The ViewSonic X2000B-4K has been reduced by 31% from its US$2,909.99 list price. Now available at under US$2,000, the ViewSonic X2000B-4K can create up to 150-inch images while delivering 50 W of audio performance from its Harman Kardon-branded speakers.

An update to the LG webOS Hub will give third-party smart TVs access to a range of Apple tools. The new operating system includes an Apple TV app, Apple Music, AirPlay and HomeKit support. The features will be available on TVs from Seiki, Eko and Stream System, though a detailed list of models has yet to be provided.

The FCC has shared initial details about the Roborock Q10 Ultra, a likely successor to last year's Roborock Q7 series. Design and features are unknown for the time being, but the FCC has revealed that there could be two Roborock Q10 Ultra models in the pipeline.

With its high HDR brightness and incredible contrast ratio, the 65-inch Hisense U8H Mini LED TV is arguably one of the very best bang-for-the-buck choices in the sub-US$1,000 television segment.

Hisense now claims to have shipped the most units of any brand in the global TV market. These figures, which apply to the month of December 2022, have also apparently helped propel the brand to #2 in terms of market share over the past year. Hisense also attributes its success to its sponsorship of the recent FIFA World Cup event.

The Hisense ULED U6HF 4K UHD Fire TV is currently discounted by up to 36% at Amazon in the US. The gadget has up to 600 nits brightness with 4K upscaling and support for Dolby Vision and HDR10+. Plus, you can control the TV with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant voice commands.

The Optoma L1 projector has been unveiled. The 4K UHD UST gadget has up to 2,500 lumens brightness and can project images up to 105-in (~267 cm) wide with a 0:25 throw ratio. A gaming mode improves contrast and colors; the lowest input lag with a 240 Hz refresh rate is 15 ms at 1080p.

Xiaomi has brought the Mi Smart LED Ceiling Light (350 mm) to European countries. Now available in Spain and Germany, the device can be controlled in a smartphone app or with voice commands, with support for Apple HomeKit. You can select a brightness level and color temperature, with up to 3,000 lumens and 6,000 K available.

Xiaomi has launched the Instant Photo Printer 1S in Spain and Germany. The gadget can print photos from your smartphone in around one minute, with formatting options available in the accompanying app. The printer uses 1,280 thermal print heads, producing images with 300 DPI resolution and 256 shades of grey.

The sought-after LG B2 OLED has once again dropped below the important US$1,000 price threshold and even reached its lowest price yet after the reasonably sized 55-inch version received a notable 32% discount on Amazon.

Bluetooth certification and FCC filings suggest that a new IKEA VAPPEBY Bluetooth speaker is in development. The gadget appears to be battery-powered and square-shaped, with a built-in handle and the same Spotify Tap playback feature seen on the VAPPEBY speaker lamp released last year.

Customers in the US can currently save US$1,000 on the 75-in Samsung The Frame QLED 4K TV at various retailers. The offers appear to be part of a Super Sunday sale, suggesting they will only last for a short time. The 2022 TV has Quantum Dot technology and covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut, with a matte display to reduce glare.

The Samsung S95B QD-OLED TV, one of the best smart TVs money can buy, is on sale at Best Buy. Its 55-inch variant can be had for US$1,450, and the 65-inch version for US$1,800.

Best Buy has the 75-inch TCL Class 5-Series 4K TV for US$400 off against the normal retail price of US$1,100. The TCL 75S555 is quite well rated with an average rating of 4.5 stars on Best Buy and a mixed usage rating of 8 out of 10 from RTINGs.

Amazon US and NEBULA have included the Anker NEBULA Mars II Pro in their latest round of discounts. The NEBULA Mars II Pro can be used as a battery-operated projector or plugged in and can create up to 100-inch projections. Currently, Amazon US and NEBULA have discounted the NEBULA Mars II Pro by 22%, reducing the projector by US$120.

The enormously large Quantum-Dot television from the budget-friendly Chinese brand can now be ordered for just US$1,499 on Amazon, which arguably turns the Hisense U7H into one of the best current deals in the 85-inch TV segment.

Anker has announced a crowdfunding campaign in Japan for its Mach V1 Ultra cordless vacuum cleaner. The gadget has up to 16,800 Pa suction power, can steam clean at 110 °C (~230 °F) and lasts for up to 82 minutes between charges. An ERAC filing suggests that the device may also arrive in Australia.

Amazon US has decided to slash prices for recent premium Samsung Smart TVs. The retailer has included the LS03B, Q80B, QN85B, QN90B, and S95B, with discounts ranging from a few hundred dollars to 40% of the Smart TV's list price.

The Xiaomi Smart Lightstrip Pro is now available in Germany and Spain. The gadget has 60 LEDs per 1 m (~3.3 ft) with a wide variety of settings. For example, when gaming, you can sync the lighting with your music or use the light strip for RGB peripherals. Plus, the device is compatible with the Google Home ecosystem.

The Hisense U6H Series Quantum ULED 4K UHD Smart Google TVs are back on sale in the US. At Best Buy and Amazon, you can now save up to US$300 on the larger 65-in and 75-in models, a saving of up to 38%. The TV has up to 600 nits brightness and comes with built-in Google Assistant.

The LG CineBeam HU715QW 4K UHD Laser UST Projector is currently reduced at US and UK retailers. At Amazon in the US, you can now save US$1,103 on the device. The ultra-short throw gadget has up to 2,500 ANSI lumens brightness and can project images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide.

The Hisense PL1 4K laser ultra short throw projector has been launched in Europe. The gadget can produce up to 2,100 lumens brightness thanks to a DLP laser light source. You can use the device to throw images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide and stream content from platforms like Netflix and YouTube.

The LG PF510Q CineBeam Smart Portable Projector is now available in the US. The gadget has a native 1080p resolution and up to 450 ANSI lumens brightness. You can use the projector to throw images up to 120-in (~305 cm wide). Smart features of the device include Bluetooth Audio Dual Out, Apple AirPlay and Apple HomeKit compatibility.

Anker has discounted its Nebula Cosmos series of DLP projectors. Available on Amazon from US$500 to US$700 reductions, the pair can create between 60-inch and 150-inch projections while running Android TV 10.0.

Wyze has launched the Cam OG in the US, starting from US$19.99. The 1080p smart home camera has HD color night vision and comes in two models, which can be stacked and mounted together. The standard edition has a 120° FOV and an integrated spotlight, while the Wyze Cam OG Telephoto has a 3X lens.

The Proscenic T31 Air Fryer Oven has been launched in the UK. The gadget has a 15 L (~500 fl. oz) capacity, enough space for a whole chicken. The device comes with twelve preset cooking modes, and you can control the oven using an accompanying app. Plus, the T31 comes with accessories and a rotisserie cooking setting.

Heisenberg Robotics has revealed the LawnMeister H1, a modular autonomous lawn mower. The gadget can mow, water and fertilize your lawn, and collect or blow leaves. Smart features include automatic scheduling based on the weather and cutting height adjustments. The device is expected to launch via a crowdfunding campaign in February.

The LG PF50KA CineBeam Projector is now discounted. You can buy the gadget at a reduced price at Best Buy, the LG store and Amazon in the US, with price cuts of up to 24%. The device is also discounted at the LG store in the UK. The portable projector has up to 600 ANSI lumens brightness, and a built-in battery provides up to 2.5 hours of playback on a single charge.

The TCL 98-in Class XL Collection 4K UHD QLED Dolby Vision HDR Smart Google TV is currently reduced by US$3,500 in the US at Amazon and Best Buy. The gadget has contrast and color-enhancing technology, supporting HDR10+ and Dolby Vision. Plus, built-in Google TV enables features like Chromecast and Google Assistant voice commands.

EZVIZ' latest home security camera offers 360-degree surveillance in an FHD resolution and a 2-way talk function. However, the OEM asserts that it stands out with its Smart Night Vision, designed to address some potential problems with its existing IR-enabled rivals. It has landed with a special offer to mark its launch on Amazon.

The 65-inch Mini LED TV from Sony's current 2022 Bravia lineup can reach an impressive peak brightness of more than 1,400 nits, which makes the X95K a good purchase for demanding HDR enthusiasts or OLED skeptics with very sunny living rooms.

Best Buy currently has a sale on the Samsung TU690T Series LED 4K UHD Smart Tizen TV. The largest discount is given on the 75-in model, which is reduced by US$200, retailing for US$649.99. The slightly smaller 60-in version now costs US$449.99, with Amazon Alexa and Google Home compatibility.

Amazon has reduced the Roborock Q7+, a robot vacuum bundled with an Auto-Empty Dock Pure. Currently available at over a 30% discount, the Roborock Q7+ offers 2,700 Pa of suction power, LiDAR 3D mapping and custom cleaning routines, among other features.

Retailers continue to cut the price of recent Sony Bravia LED Smart TVs. Currently, Amazon US and Sony have slashed US$300 off the KD-65X80K, a Bravia X80K series TV. While the KD-65X80K has a 4K native resolution, it only has a 60 Hz refresh rate.

The Vactidy Nimble T6 robot vacuum cleaner has been announced. The gadget has up to 2,000 Pa suction power and can be controlled with voice commands. The device is currently discounted by 55% in the US at Amazon, where you can now buy the smart home gadget for US$149.

The Sony XR-65X90K is available at a steep discount through Amazon and Sony in the US. Originally priced at over US$1,500, the LED Smart TV can now be picked up for US$998 with free delivery. The Bravia X90K series model offers HDMI 2.1 connectivity, 120 Hz gameplay and a native 4K resolution, among other features.

Two new IKEA PILSKOTT smart LED lights are now available in the UK and EU. The floor lamp has a built-in dimmer switch and can reach up to 700 lm brightness. The PILSKOTT LED pendant lamp has up to 1,100 lm brightness, and both gadgets can be controlled by the TRADFRI wireless dimmer or the IKEA Home smart app.

Since the sought-after Sony Bravia A80K will probably be replaced by its 2023 successor in a few months, bargain hunters can now grab this beautiful OLED TV for US$1,000 or 31% off its original list price thanks to a coupon code on eBay.