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Cord-cutters can watch the NBA Playoffs without cable
You will likely need a streaming subscription to watch the NBA postseason online. We've listed all your options and include links to get you started.News
Govee's first Matter product is a 6.5-foot color light strip
Govee is delivering on its Matter promises with a multicolor light strip that works with Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and Samsung SmartThings.News
Wyze's Cam Plus plan gets a price hike next month
Prepare to pay more for Wyze’s paid subscription plan starting in June, unless you switch to an annual plan.Cord-Cutter Confidential
Live TV streaming services are blowing it on basic DVR
Cable alternatives such as YouTube TV make it hard to distinguish between DVR recordings and ad-supported video.News
IFTTT to pull Twitter applets for free users, add more restrictions
Starting later this month, IFTTT users with free accounts will be allowed only two applets, and they'll lose all access to Twitter applets.News
Amazon unveils new Echo Pop speaker, revamped Echo Show 5
The updated Echo Show 5 arrives with a faster processor and new speakers, while the affordable and semi-spherical Echo Pop comes in four colors.News
Eve's revamped Flare portable light adds Thread, Matter to follow
The latest version of Eve's globe-shaped portable lamp boasts a Thread radio, with Matter support on the way.News
Telly reveals its free dual-screen TV, complete with ads
The 55-inch 4K TV has a built-in soundbar, while a secondary screen along the bottom displays news tickers, sports scores, and more, plus ads.News
WiZ jumps into home monitoring with its first security camera
Following its unveiling of smart bulbs that double as motion sensors, WiZ serves up a home security camera that can trigger "light alarms" to scare intruders.News
Google rolls out Home app redesign, Matter support for iOS users
The long-awaited revamp of Google’s Home app will soon arrive, along with Matter support for the iOS version of the app.News
Google’s Pixel Tablet with Nest-style charging dock arrives in June
The Pixel Tablet and dock combo will cost $499 when it ships next month, making the package considerably less pricey than expected.News
Roku adds a security system to its smart home lineup
Expanding further into the smart home space, Roku is unveiling a home security kit complete with motion and entry sensors, an alarm, and a keypad.News
Disney+ dropping support for Roku 4 streaming player
Roku's original 4K streaming player soon won't be able to stream Disney+ videos, following Roku's decision to end OS updates for the aging hardware.News
A free, ad-supported TV? Don't laugh, someone's working on it
A hardware startup plans to unveil a TV that won't cost a dime, so long as you don't mind a second screen for advertisements.News
Google I/O 2023: Will the Nest dock make an appearance?
Google teased a Nest-style dock for its upcoming Google Pixel Tablet last year. Will the finished product take the stage at Google I/O 2023?News
Alexa can now keep tabs on your Uber Eats orders
Alexa will give you real-time updates on your Uber Eats delivery, including when your order is arriving and whether there are any changes.News
Google TV devices just got a nice performance boost
A recent update for Google TV-powered streaming players adds a hibernation mode for background apps while also improving wake and response times.News
Amazon Alexa now supports Matter over Thread
Alexa's support for the new, ecosystem-unifying smart home standard is no longer limited to Wi-Fi.News
Abode smart home users can now integrate Google Nest devices
Google Nest thermostats, doorbells, and cameras can now be controlled from the Abode app alongside native Abode smart home devices.News