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Layered lighting will bring your home to life — here's how to try it
I asked three lighting experts how you can layer strip lights, lamps, recessed lights and bulbs to create a bespoke setup that suits the way you live.
My whole family used the RunStar 4e Body Scale, and this affordable scale is great for weight — but let down by inaccurate body composition
The RunStar 4E Body Scale is a basic smart body scale that measures over 20 different metrics. Accurate performance is sketchy, although the core measurements of weight and BMI are accurate.
A new lightstrip has leaked on the Philips Hue website, and we suspect we know what it is
Hue has mentioned a new Play Pro lightstrip for TVs that isn't currently available to buy. Could it be a TV Omniglow?
Solar energy sets new UK record — as plug-in solar kits head for shelves
Solar energy just set a new record in the UK, supplying more power to the grid than in any previous month. And it will soon get another boost from the legalisation of plug-in solar in weeks.
I tested the Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20 Max and it’s a great all-round performer — when it actually works
The Xiaomi Robot Vacuum X20 Max is a capable robot vacuum cleaner, but my unit developed issues after a year of testing.
Our security expert explains how to protect your home when you're on vacation
Sunscreen, beach towel... security camera? Make sure your home is properly protected and enjoy peace of mind when you're sipping cocktails on the beach.
Why plug-in batteries are the next money-saving 'game changer' for homes
Could plug-in home batteries soon eclipse plug-in solar for home energy savings? I spoke to Anker, Octopus Energy, EcoFlow and WindFall Energy to find out.
The US government is banning foreign-made robot vacuums — so what does it mean for you?
The FCC has confirmed that the US ban on foreign-made advanced robotic devices includes robot vacuums and similar bots
