Smart Home
IKEA’s iconic ‘donut’ lamp has had a glow-up – here are the 5 coolest features, with insights from a brand exec
The ‘donut’ lamp is one of IKEA’s best-selling and most popular homeware products. This year, it’s →
I wasn’t sure this premium robot vacuum was worth the money – but after using it every other night for 10 months, I’ve changed my mind
When I first moved in with my partner and his cocker spaniel, I couldn’t believe how →
Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai Review
Verdict A big change from the company’s previous robots, the Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai comes with a →
Salter Alchemy stand mixer review
Occasional bakers and those on a budget will love what the Salter Alchemy stand mixer has →
L’Oréal’s new glass straighteners look cool, but it’s the multi-styler design that has me really excited
The multi-styler market has started looking kind of generic lately – Dyson led the way with →
Blink’s new compact camera takes home security to the next level with 4x zoom, improved night vision and more
The Blink Outdoor 2K+ is a new wireless home security camera It has a higher resolution →
‘We’re still a home furnishing company, it’s just that adding smart functionality can give our products superpowers’: IKEA exec shares the brand’s big smart home plans
At the start of this year, IKEA unveiled an affordable new smart home gadget range comprising →
This Ring Video Doorbell changed how I monitor my home — and 10,000+ people bought it last month
I can’t imagine life without Amazon’s best-selling Ring Video Doorbell. The easy-to-install security camera has completely →
Can you cook eggs with an espresso machine? I tested 5 popular steam wand hacks to see how well they work — and how much mess they make
If you’re just using your espresso machine to make coffee, you might be missing out. Social →
Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai Review
Verdict A big change from the company’s previous robots, the Dyson Spot+Scrub Ai comes with a →
‘Most people won’t buy this updated VARMBLIXT because they want a smart device, but because it’s a beautiful lamp’ – IKEA exec on the secrets behind the new version of the brand’s iconic donut lamp
IKEA has updated one of its most loved and best-selling homeware products: the iconic ‘donut’ lamp →
Dyson’s new launches are proof that branching out isn’t always a good thing
Dyson recently launched three new home appliances: a wet floor cleaner, the Clean+Wash Hygiene, a robot →
Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene Review
Verdict A big change from the company’s previous robots, the Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene comes with a →
‘Beauty and farming are not often thought of in the same breath, but we’ve brought them together’ – James Dyson on why the brand’s farms are playing a key role in its new haircare launch
Having established itself as a producer of premium hair-styling gadgets, Dyson has been quietly building a →
Dyson just brought out a new hard-floor cleaner, and I’m sorry, but I prefer the old one – here’s why
Dyson is known for its vacuum cleaners, but recently it has been getting more into wet →
IKEA Valentine’s Day trends 2026: feel the love with cute kitchen tech and accessories from $1
Valentine’s Day is just a few days away, and IKEA’s cute kitchenware is a great way →
Dyson PencilVac Review
A radically different cordless vacuum cleaner There’s nothing else like the Dyson PencilVac. Only 38mm across →
Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene review: effective but not exceptional
Dyson Clean+Wash Hygiene: two-minute review The Clean+Wash Hygiene is the second in Dyson’s hard floor cleaner →
I tested Dyson’s impossibly compact new vacuum, and it was a revelation – here’s why
Dyson PencilVac: two-minute review The Dyson PencilVac looks nothing like any vacuum I’ve seen before. All →
I test coffee makers for a living, and these are the top 3 drip coffee machines I recommend for quick, easy, and delicious brews every time
Preparing drip coffee is fundamentally a very simple process, but with the right drip coffee maker →
Give your kitchen a spring glow-up with these butter yellow accessories from IKEA – all under $20
It’s still cold outdoors, but you can bring some sunshine into your kitchen with this collection →
This $50 IKEA air purifier looks like a little Scandi suitcase and has everything you need for clean air whenever you go
Looking for an air purifier that doesn’t look clinical and won’t break the bank? Head to →
Wave bland wall spaces goodbye: I tested two of my fave digital photo frames head-to-head, and this option is perfect for giving gloomy winter rooms a glow-up
After two years of testing digital photo frames, I’ve had the privilege of trying out many →
Morphy Richards EverCosy Large Luxury Striped Fleece Electric Heated Throw Review
A cheap and effective way to keep warm. Cheap to run, comfortable to wrap yourself in →
Think brewing coffee with fresh beans is too much hassle? The new Philips Baristina might just change your mind with its ‘one swipe’ system
The Philips Baristina is a new compact espresso machine It claims to brew coffee from beans →
Dreamland Hygge Days Luxury Faux Fur Warming Throw Review
A very warm heated throw Super-warm, the Dreamland Hygge Days Luxury Faux Fur Warming Throw is →
Belkin is pulling the plug on its Wemo smart home range tomorrow – here’s the full list and what to do
Belkin is shutting down a large number of Wemo smart home devices on January 31, including →
‘Crisp video, excellent subject detection, and no hidden fees’ — the 3 best subscription-free video doorbells, recommended by a smart home tech editor
A video doorbell is one of the best and easiest ways to increase your home security. →
Looking for a Nespresso machine? I’m a qualified barista and these are the 3 I recommend for authentic-tasting espresso
If you want the flavor of freshly-brewed coffee with the convenience of instant, a Nespresso machine →
Dyson’s ridiculously compact new vacuum is going to change the market forever – here’s why
I’ve been writing about vacuums for a long time now, and every new cordless vacuum that →