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British Gas Hive review: A simple app-controlled thermostat that’s a delight to use

Mar 14, 2021 | Smarthome

Hive is British Gas’ take on the Internet of Things, the idea that the Web can revolutionise even simple things in your home — in this case, your central heating. While “Hive” might not sound like something you’d normally want in your airing cupboard, it’s a simple, well designed system that makes turning on your […]

Suvie Kitchen Robot: Wi-Fi countertop oven refrigerates, cooks food

Feb 22, 2021 | Smarthome

The Suvie will be available for preorder via Kickstarter in early February. Suvie A new startup wants you to clear your countertop for a Wi-Fi-enabled appliance that’s part refrigerator, part cooker. The Suvie kitchen robot uses water to both refrigerate your...

Back up your DIY home security system with professional monitoring

Feb 17, 2021 | Smarthome

Samsung is just one of ADT’s new partners. Sarah Tew/CNET Home security company ADT has embraced the smart home over the past year, partnering with big names in the market such as Samsung’s SmartThings, Nest and LG. It’s now announced Canopy, a new...

Don’t let the name fool you — this is one classy fan

Feb 17, 2021 | Smarthome

The name might be funny, but Lexington, Ky.-based manufacturer Big Ass Fans wants to be a serious smart home contender, with a connected ceiling fan that claims first-of-its-kind features. The product is the Haiku Ceiling Fan with SenseMe, and it features built-in...

Recipe Tablet puts your favorite foods at your fingertips

Feb 17, 2021 | Smarthome

Key IngredientKey Ingredient’s massive recipe database lets you search for and share your favorite culinary concoctions with other cooking enthusiasts. Beyond enlisting your existing laptop or Android or iOS device for help, though, Key Ingredient actually makes...

Barsys Automated Cocktail Maker review: A messy cocktail maker that pours disappointing drinks

Feb 17, 2021 | Smarthome

Barsys has made me question what I consider to be a good cocktail. You can add up to five bottles of alcohol to the stations on top of this robotic bartender, and insert up to three mixers in specialized plastic containers into the side. Tell the Barsys app what...