Before you toss that old Google Home smart speaker onto the ever-growing pile of e-waste, consider giving it a new purpose in life.

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No smart fridges in sight.

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Home AI is filled with useful object detection and alerts. Here's how to get the latest tricks without paying a cent more.

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There are several kitchen gadgets to choose from, but here are five coming to market that will make your kitchen smarter and more efficient.

You might want to wait a short time before pulling the trigger, however.

If you want stronger privacy across your LAN, it's time to think beyond a single computer. Here's how I keep mine more secure.