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13 Best Smart Home Security Devices in 2027
A curated comparison of the best smart home security devices of 2027 — hub-based alarm kits, wireless cameras, and PoE systems ranked by real tradeoffs.
OpenAI Connects The Dots
A Platformer columnist says OpenAI’s new Dots agent handled several work tasks, but access, pricing and reliability remain open questions.
The PS5 Hacking Scene Just Took A Big Leap Forward
A new PS5 exploit works on many more firmware versions, expanding access to jailbreak features while excluding the most recently updated consoles.
14 Best Home Security Cameras in 2026
Compare the best home security cameras of 2026 — from solar-powered wireless kits to 4K PoE systems — and find the right pick for your home and budget.
Vermont Replacing Power Plants With Home Batteries
Green Mountain Power’s virtual power plant — over 5,500 home batteries — has become Vermont’s largest power resource, cutting outages for participants.
14 Best RGB Smart Light Bars for Gaming, TV and Ambient Lighting in 2026
I compared 14 RGB smart light bars for color accuracy, app control, music sync and value. Here’s how the top picks stack up for gaming, TV and ambient use.
13 Best Smart Home Display Hubs for 2026
I compared the best smart home display hubs of 2026, from the Echo Hub and Nest Hub Max to wall panels from Shelly and SONOFF. See which fits your setup.
13 Best RGBICWW Light Bars in 2026
The best RGBICWW light bars compared: Govee leads on color depth, SwitchBot wins on smart-home support, and ECWEYAG delivers the strongest budget pick.
15 Best Smart Home Projectors in 2026
I compared 15 smart home projectors on brightness, smart platforms, and portability. See which models earned the top spots and which tradeoffs to watch for.
