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Eufy HomeVac review

The Eufy HomeVac is a stick vacuum that’s cordless and has good battery life, but you may want more attachments if this is your sole cleaning device.
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The Nest Cam IQ will soon transform into a Google Assistant

The Nest Cam IQ is getting an update so you can treat it like a Google Assistant. If you say, "OK, Google..." it can tell you the weather and more.
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Buying furniture online is a gamble. The Mine wants to use AR to improve the experience

The Mine makes 3D images of its high-end furniture so you can use AR to place it in your living room via its iOS app Envisioned.
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iRobot Braava Jet 240 review

The iRobot Braava Jet 240 mopping robot can probably do a much better job keeping your floors clean than you can because you’re more likely to set it to clean than mop yourself.
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With smart TVs and devices, Enseo wants hotels to feel like a home away from home

Enseo puts Netflix, Hulu and other streaming services on hotel TVs, and it also incorporates your preferences into smart devices to mimic your home.
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Stop pre-rinsing and other advice on how to load a dishwasher

Instead of just tossing everything in the dishwasher, why not figure out how to properly load it? Check out our quick-hit guide if you need some advice.
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Why Season 2 of the FX hit ‘Atlanta’ is all about the dried jicama

Kyle Reiter is an editor for FX’s Atlanta. At Sundance 2018, Digital Trends interviewed Reiter to learn how he collaborates with Donald Glover and director Hiro Murai -- and what to expect from FX Season 2.
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Forget 4K or even 8K. ‘Star Trek: Beyond’ editor says 6K is the future of film

Editor Vashi Nedomansky edited 6 Below entirely in 6K, and during an interview at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival said he thinks it’s the future of filmmaking.
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Editor of Ruth Bader Ginsburg documentary on what makes her a supreme icon

If you mostly know about Ruth Bader Ginsburg from her notorious nickname, our interview with the editor of the RBG documentary, Carla Gutierrez, will explain how she’s earned the moniker.
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Sundance shines spotlight on Hollywood’s lack of female directors

At the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, women directors, producers, and more talked about the gender gap in Hollywood.
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Director Mel Jones on why her Sundance debut, Leimert Park, will make cinematic history

Director Mel Jones discusses her Sundance web series, Leimert Park, and diversity at the 2018 festival.
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How ‘Clara’s Ghost’ went from Kickstarter darling to Sundance standout

At the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, we spoke to editor Patrick Lawrence about his films, Clara’s Ghost and Men Don’t Whisper.
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Amazon brings rainforest cache to Seattle with its great glass Spheres

The Amazon Spheres are part simulated rainforest, part employee workspace. Meant to stimulate the mind, the glass structure is mostly closed the public so workers can unplug.
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Put dinner on autopilot with Suvie, a robocooker that juggles 4 foods at once

The Suvie Kitchen Robot keeps protein and vegetables cold like a fridge then steams or sous vides them automatically, based on when you want to eat dinner.
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At CES and KBIS, connected smart appliances begin to deliver a smarter kitchen

At CES 2018, guided cooking with smart appliances and recipes apps was a big trend, with several manufacturers announcing partnerships.
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These sheets promise to keep you at the perfect temperature all night long

If you kick off the covers at night, you might want to try the 37.5 bedding system, which purports to regulate your temperature while you sleep, wicking away moisture to make you more comfortable.
Sleep Number It Bed review

Sleep Number It Bed review

Find out what it’s like to sleep on a smart mattress in our Sleep Number It Bed review.
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Whirlpool touts smarts with connected appliances that talk to Google Home, Alexa

Whirlpool brought some smart appliances to CES 2018, including a few that talk to Google Home and Alexa and integrate with Yummly.
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Dacor porcelain fridge offers a customizable canvas and superior cooling power

There will many luxury fridges with interesting features at KBIS 2018, including the Dacor porcelain fridge.
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Samsung freezes out Alexa, opts for Bixby in Family Hub smart fridges

At CES 2018, Samsung said this year owners of its Family Hub would be able to use its voice assistant Bixby with the fridge.
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Xeros washing machine will offer consumers a greener way to clean clothes

At CES 2018, Xeros brought some laundry innovations with its bead technology, which it says will transform washing machines.
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Appliance makers bring sous vide to the stove with built-in precision cooking

Signature, Perlick, and Electrolux all have ranges that can be used as sous vide appliances so you can cook with precise temperature control.
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Verdera, an Alexa-enabled mirror from Kohler, makes your whole bathroom smart

Kohler's Verdera is an Alexa-enabled mirror that can act as a smart hub for your bathroom. It responds to voice commands, much like an Echo.
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Hate it when laundry pods don’t dissolve? New Electrolux washer solves that issue

A new Electrolux washer improves the performance of laundry detergent pods, while its dryer is better at predicting when cycles are done.
Perlick Column Refrigerator

Perlick’s new refrigerator treats your food like wine to better preserve it

The Perlick Column Refrigerator is from a company that makes wine coolers and uses the same tech to keep food fresh longer.
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The Toto Flotation Tub makes your bathroom feel like the space station

The Toto Flotation Tub has a unique shape that makes you feel like you're floating in zero gravity as its jets massage you.
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Whirlpool and Yummly 2.0 app combine for meals that practically cook themselves

Whirlpool and Yummly 2.0 work together in smart ovens, so the recipe app can send instructions to the appliance for more seamless cooking.
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Alexa will soon help you make popcorn with voice-controlled microwaves

Amazon's Alexa will soon control of microwaves. She'll be able to turn on presets, set timers, and more via voice command.
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Need to loosen up? Let the author of ‘Cork Dork’ help you find the best wine apps

Bianca Bosker went from tech writer to wine expert in 18 months, so we thought she was the perfect person to help pick out the best wine apps.
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The TicHome Mini lets you bring Google Assistant with you around the house

The TicHome Mini isn't made by Google but it has Google Assistant built in. It runs on batteries so it's portable as well.
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From candles to LEDs, a quick look at Christmas lights’ past

Christmas lights are actually quite old; they date back to the 1880s, when Thomas Edison decorated Menlo Park.
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Believe it or yacht, these boat windows double as transparent touchscreen LCDs

Taptl makes transparent LCD displays that are also touchscreens. The technology can be put inside a window and used as TVs or a GPS.
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Whip it good: Bosch’s new mixer knows just when to stop mixing your eggs

Bosch's AutoCook and OptiMum mixer debuted at IFA 2016.
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This heated waterbed keeps you dry but makes you feel like you’re floating

Starpool introduced its dry waterbed at the Salon del Mobile in Milan. It supposedly makes you feel like you're floating.