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The Robot Vacuum X20 Max from Xiaomi in a hallway with a tiled floor.
I tested the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20 Max and it’s a great all-round performer — when it actually works

By Dashiell Wood Published

The Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20 Max is a capable robot vacuum cleaner, but my unit developed issues after a year of testing.

Robot Vacuums
Roborock Qrevo Curv robot vacuum in reviewer's home
The US government is banning foreign-made robot vacuums — so what does it mean for you?

By Carrie Marshall Published

The FCC has confirmed that the US ban on foreign-made advanced robotic devices includes robot vacuums and similar bots

Robot Vacuums
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 3000 robot lawn mower
These are the tech advances, and the trends, making robot mowers mainstream

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Exclusive Thanks to big leaps in technology over the past couple of years, robot lawn mowers are on the march.

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Exclusive
Roborock Saros Z70 robot vacuum holding a cloth
I took a deep dive into the future of robot vacuums — here's what the big brands have cooking

By Ruth Hamilton Published

With sweeping, vacuuming and mopping pretty much nailed, what's next in robovacs?

Robot Vacuums
A Tapo C660 Kit security camera mounted on a wooden pole
TP-Link Tapo C660 Kit review: an affordable security camera that doesn't need a subscription

By Nico Arboleda Published

There’s a lot to love with this bang-for-the-buck security camera, with onboard storage and features usually found in more expensive offerings — but only Alexa is fully supported.

Home Security
The Google Home Mini speaker on a coffee table and the Next Hub on a bedside table
Google rolls out Gemini Live to older smart speakers and displays

By Rowan Davies Published

Older Google smart home devices are getting Gemini Live, but you'll need a Google Home Premium subscription for the full experience.

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Smart Speakers
Dreame Aqua10 Roller robot vacuum on a black and brown background with a TechRadar deal badge for price cut
I use the premium Dreame Aqua10 Ultra robovac in my own home, but this alternative at 44% off is a smarter buy

By Sharmishta Sarkar Published

With relatively minor differences, the Dreame Aqua10 Roller for AU$1,387 is excellent value, and it's a fraction of the price of its upgraded model.

Robot Vacuums
The Ring Peephole Camera 2K mounted on a grey door underneath the number 24
Ring's new Peephole Camera 2K is perfect for renters, with no DIY necessary

By Carrie Marshall Published

Ring has updated its Outdoor Camera and Peephole Camera with 2K resolution and 6x enhanced zoom.

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Home Security
Mammotion LUBA 3 AWD 3000 robot lawn mower
5 questions to ask before choosing a robot lawn mower, according to a lawnbot exec

By Ruth Hamilton Published

Lawnbots can be confusing — here's a simple way to narrow down your options, so you end up with the right model for you.

Smart Home
The Philips Hue Sync Screen mounted to a TV
Philips Hue is rumored to be launching a camera-based TV lighting sync system

By Rowan Davies Published

Philips Hue could launch a new camera gadget for TV backlight syncing at IFA 2026.

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