Category: Smart Home
How to give your air fryer a deep clean, and keep it looking – and cooking – like new
Air fryers cook your favorite foods with minimal oil, but they still get greasy and need regular cleaning to stay fresh. Even the best air fryers require maintenance, but the good news is that it’s a lot easier than cleaning an oven, and with the right equipment, it’ll only take a few minutes. Air fryers…
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How to deep-clean your coffee maker for a better-tasting espresso in 2026 – a barista’s guide
Even the best coffee makers need regular maintenance, and the new year is the perfect time to give yours a thorough clean to make sure it’s running like new. Yes, it takes a little time, but the results are well worth the effort. Every part of your coffee maker that comes into contact with water,…
‘They’re as robust as they can be while being comfortable for most users’: a Dyson engineer reveals the brand’s vacuum design ethos
I’m a big fan of Dyson vacuum cleaners. They’re nimble, powerful, and they consistently push boundaries when it comes to innovation. However, the one area where they consistently seem to fall down is comfort…. Check out the original article: [Techradar.Com] ‘They’re as robust as they can be while being comfortable for most users’: a Dyson…
From robovacs for small homes to a Roomba for your lawn, here are 4 things we can expect to see from iRobot – according to the CEO
In mid-December we learned that iRobot – the company behind the iconic robot vacuum brand Roomba – was being taken over by contract manufacturing company Picea, as a result of years of financial struggles. I caught up with iRobot CEO Gary Cohen shortly after the news broke, to find out what this meant for the…
Still emptying your own vacuum? You’re about to be in the minority if the big brands have any say in it
Shark has been trying to make auto-empty docks happen since at least 2023, but I think 2026 might be the year they finally take off. If you’re in the dark about what exactly I mean by an ‘auto-empty dock’, it’s just what it sounds like: a base that houses a large dust bag or bin,…
Hisense BI624CBPGUK Review
A quality oven for simpler needs. A straightforward and simple oven, the Hisense BI624CBPGUK has all the basics, but impresses with a pizza mode and high 300°C temperature. I found the oven a little intense at times, but dialling the temperature back a little helps…. Check out the original article: [Trustedreviews.Com] Hisense BI624CBPGUK Review
What are the pros and cons of using a dehumidifier in the winter?
When winter arrives, most of us think about humidifiers: devices that add moisture to combat dry, heated indoor air. So the idea of running a dehumidifier, which removes moisture, can seem counterintuitive. Yet for many homes, it can actually be a good idea…. Check out the original article: [Techradar.Com] What are the pros and cons…
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Bosch Tassimo Finesse Friendly Review
This coffee and hot drinks machine ticks the boxes for affordability, versatility and a compact footprint, as well as decent eco credentials. The only aspect that could leave a bitter taste is the dinky water tank that demands frequent refilling, and would benefit from being easier to refit. If you’re already a fan of the…
Philips Hue Essential review: great value smart lights that are almost as good as the originals
Philips Hue Essential: two-minute review Philips Hue Essential bulbs are a more affordable version of the company’s standard smart lights, and they perform incredibly well considering they’re less than half the price. There are a few limitations, though. For example, Philips Hue Essential bulbs offer a maximum brightness of **803**CHECK*** lumens, whereas standard Philips Hue…
So you got an air fryer for Christmas – here are 10 things you need to cook now
You’ve got an air fryer for Christmas – welcome to the club! Now the only question is what to cook first. The possibilities are (almost) endless, but you need to get to grips with your new kitchen bestie with some easier dishes first. So, I’ve picked 10 things every air fryer newbie needs to try…
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Get an Amazon Echo Dot for Christmas? Discover the 3 features that revolutionized my smart home setup
If you found an Amazon Echo Dot under the tree this Christmas or you’ve treated yourself to one with a gift card, I’m delighted to say that you now own one of the most versatile smart speakers on the market. Whether you have one smart device or twenty, an Amazon Echo Dot makes controlling them…