Kwikset’s new Matter-over-Thread smart lock costs under $200

Kwikset announced a price and release date for its Aura Reach smart lock at CES 2026 this week. A more affordable Matter-over ...

Still using Gmail the old way? These 10 smart tricks can save you hours

An AI creator has shared 10 smart Gmail tips that reveal hidden features many users overlook. From undoing sent emails to ...

This smart home controller is literally a piece of wood

A minimalist smart home controller made from a piece of wood, the Mui Board works with Matter, Sonos, Hue, and others. It ...

New York subway ends its MetroCard era and switches fully to tap-and-go fares

The New York City transit system is retiring the MetroCard after more than 30 years. It may have outlasted its useful life, ...

Stop scraping ice off your car and use 'better' defrosting method instead

Motorists have been urged to avoid using boiling water on frozen windscreens as temperatures drop across the UK, with experts ...
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Woman reveals brilliant hack using old toilet paper tubes: 'Love this'

The project requires three to four empty toilet paper rolls, ribbon, cat treats, and a hole puncher. The TikToker punches ...

Evanston police arrest four in tap and pay scam

This is the time of year – the holidays – when you see an increase in scams. You may be in a giving mood, but criminals see ...

LIFX and Feit Electric Expand Smart Home Ecosystem at CES 2026 with New Tactile Controls and High-Value “Everyday” Lighting

Broadening the Range: The Everyday Line To complement its premium SuperColor series, LIFX is expanding the Everyday range. This line is engineered for consumers looking for an affordable entry point ...

I tracked Google Messages feature requests for a year — here's what Google still ignores

Here are the useful features users have been asking for in Google Messages for a long time, which Google has continued to ...