The best new gadgets of May 2026 don’t share a category, just a release date. There’s a pet air purifier that catches fur before it ever reaches the HEPA filter, the first Garmin built around wellness over training, a Snapdragon X2 Elite Copilot+ laptop that clears a full workday on battery, and a $599 launch […]
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Subscription fatigue has crept into every corner of the smart home, but your front door doesn’t have to be next. The 2026 crop of smart locks finally lets you skip recurring fees without giving up fingerprint entry, app control, or local video storage. Renters who don’t want to commit to a cloud plan and homeowners
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For years, if your friend asked which security camera to buy, you said Ring. That answer’s starting to feel dated. The default has shifted, and the shift didn’t come from where you’d expect. Price: $99 (Discounted from $149.99) Where to Buy: Amazon It came from a $90 camera most American buyers haven’t heard of. TP-Link’s
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Dreame is best known for robot vacuums, but the company is moving into a new space this spring. It just launched its first two US smart locks on Amazon. They are the Dreame NAVO Smart Lock A10 and the Dreame Safio Lock Turbo Lite. Both went on sale in April 2026. The two locks are
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Four out of five security cameras that launched in Q1 2026 come with zero subscription fees. The fifth charges just $5 a month. That alone would have been unusual a year ago. But these cameras also run on solar power, most pack two lenses instead of one, and handle smart detection right on the device
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The wireless outdoor security camera market looks completely different than it did two years ago. Solar charging has gone from novelty to expectation, subscription-free AI detection is no longer a budget compromise, and 4K resolution has trickled down into cameras that cost less than a decent dinner out. A few of the cameras on this
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The baby monitor aisle used to be simple. You picked up a box with a camera and a screen, maybe debated whether you needed night vision, and called it a day. That version of the market still exists, technically. It just happens to sit inside a category that Renub Research now values at $1.22 billion
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Every smart home camera on the market right now forces you to pick an ecosystem first and figure out compatibility later. Aqara just changed that equation with the Aqara Camera Hub G350, the first indoor security camera to earn Matter certification, which means it can work across Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung
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Every wireless doorbell company sells the same pitch: a camera on your door, a notification on your phone, and a clip you watch after the moment already passed. Most of these devices are glorified peepholes with Wi-Fi. The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro isn’t interested in that formula. It uses 3D radar to build an overhead
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ARTICLE – Most budget security cameras cap out at 2K resolution, which is the quiet compromise between affordability and image clarity. You get enough pixels to confirm motion, identify that someone is near your front door, and review general activity patterns. What you don’t get is the ability to read text on a package label
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REVIEW – Several sources report that porch pirates stole at least 58 million packages last year, with a value of $12 billion, and one in four Americans has been a victim. I’m sad to say that even in my relatively docile neighborhood, I’ve been among them. If you’re just as concerned, SwitchBot’s Smart Video Doorbell
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NEWS – If you’ve ever wanted smart home security without breaking the bank or your brain, Aqara’s latest products are worth looking into. Building a secure, connected home can sound intimidating, but the truth is, getting protection and convenience is easier than ever. Today, we’ll break down how you can use Aqara’s entry-level bundles to
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REVIEW – I am in the last stages of building my new office/studio space in my basement and having spent so much time in this space, it became obvious how many electronic and infrastructure devices are in my basement, It is also evident that I need to place smoke detectors in each designated space to
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REVIEW— SwitchBot’s previous incarnation, the Lock Pro, is still on duty, keeping my storage room, lawn mower, and OrangeStorm Giga 3D printer secure. I love being able to unlock the door without fumbling with keys. One of my neighbors commented that he thought it was very cool. I couldn’t agree more. SwitchBot has an updated version,
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NEWS – Back in ’97 when I started writing about gadgets, the idea of a smart lock seemed like something out of a sci-fi movie. Fast forward to today, and here we are, looking at the Lockin Veno Pro. This isn’t just your run-of-the-mill front door lock; it’s like giving your front door a brain
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REVIEW – I spend as much time as possible in my remodeled detached garage, which now includes a gym and my E-bike/motorcycle workshop. I believe in security and always keep the doors locked. On many occasions, I make several unplanned trips to the garage only to be frustrated when I realize that I forgot the
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REVIEW – I have a detached garage with a side access door. I need to unlock and lock this door a few times a day, and not having my keys with me means an extra trip into the house. Granted, this is not a huge deal, but if I could cut out this inconvenience, that
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NEWS – Anona has just launched an exciting new lineup of smart home security products that promise to keep your home safe and sound. The Anona Home Security Suite, unveiled on October 28, includes the Anona Aurora Security Camera and the Anona Holo Wi-Fi Smart Lock. These products are designed to provide reliable security for
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REVIEW – My neighbor’s washing machine hose burst while he was sleeping, causing thousands of dollars in damage to his home and a crazy amount of inconvenience and frustration. A low-cost SwitchBot Water Leak Detector could have saved the day. What is it? The SwitchBot Water Detector is a battery-operated, app-connected device that senses water
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REVIEW—Over 30 SwitchBot products control my home’s lights, blinds, switches, and curtains. With the new SwitchBot Lock Pro and Keypad Touch, I can give family and neighbors access without worrying about providing or fumbling with keys. How does it work? Let’s have a closer look! What is it? The SwitchBot Lock Pro is a battery-operated,