
Dan Fauzi
Dan is the Home Tech Editor for Homes & Gardens, covering all things cleaning, smart home, sound and air treatment across the Solved section. Having worked for Future PLC since July 2023, Dan was previously the Features Editor for Top Ten Reviews and looked after the wide variety of home and outdoor content across the site, but their writing about homes, gardens, tech and products started back in 2021 on brands like BBC Science Focus, YourHomeStyle and Gardens Illustrated.
Dan has a BA in Philosophy and an MA in Magazine Journalism. For Homes & Gardens, they are a consumer advisor, and have spent 300+ hours testing 31 of the best vacuums and floorcare appliances in our dedicated test center, their home and a busy pet shelter, and have even visited Dyson's engineering labs for the full low-down of the ins and outs of our trusty cleaners.
They've also spent 100+ hours testing soundbars, air purifiers and fans during their time at Homes & Gardens, combining their tech knowledge with their love of a harmonious home.
Outside of work, you'll find them at gigs and art galleries, cycling somewhere scenic, or cooking up something good in the kitchen.
Latest articles by Dan Fauzi
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The Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra Vacuum Boasts the Strongest Suction of Any Cordless We've Vetted, and Cleans Every Surface MeticulouslySamsung's latest upgrade to its flagship vacuum cleaner brings ultra-powerful performance, but at a high price
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This Shark Vacuum Bends So You Don’t Have To – And It’s $400 Cheaper Than the Coveted Dyson V12 Detect SlimIt results in less strain on your back and knees while powerfully cleaning your home, including under beds and sofas
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Stop Letting Your Soundbar's High-Tech Audio Go to Waste – These $28 Hidden Wedge Stands Angle Soundwaves Directly to Your EarsOtherwise, dialogue can sound muffled while the premium sound-quality is lost
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A Bridge Between Soundbars and Headphones: The Wearable Sony BRAVIA Theater U TV Speaker Discreetly Envelopes You in Rich Surround SoundI thoroughly enjoyed testing this wearable neck TV speaker, which is the ideal middle ground between space-taking soundbar systems and uncomfortable headphones
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The Stylish Dyson PencilVac Fluffycones Is the World's Slimmest Vacuum, Effortlessly Nimble on Hard Floors and Easy to StoreDyson's innovative release shows you hidden dust and is enjoyable to use, but it won't replace your main vacuum cleaner
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Stop the 'Whisper-to-Explosion' TV Struggle – This Bose Soundbar Finally Ended My Constant Volume AdjustingI'm no longer rushing for the remote throughout movies and TV shows thanks to the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar's precise sound balance
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Stop Breathing In Dust – This Powerful Bagged Miele Vacuum Reduced My Allergies (and Lasts for 20 Years)Its advanced allergen retention, ultra-powerful suction power, and decades-long lifespan make it a perfect long-term investment for banishing dust
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Skip the Dyson: This $147 Vacuum Shows You the Dust You Didn't Know Was There – Then Sucks It Up SwiftlyThe Dreame R20 is a robust, affordable alternative to market-leading vacuums with high price tags
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I Almost Ruined Movie Time – Until This Soundbar Trick Transformed Our Evenings: Crisp Dialogue, Gentle Volume, and Total Calm Without Waking the House'Night Mode' is a sophisticated feature that highlights dialogue and subtle sounds while softening loud moments
By Dan Fauzi Published
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IKEA Just Launched a Versatile $3 Motion-Sensor Light That Works Anywhere – No Smart Hub RequiredThe adhesive IKEA ANKARLÄGG emits a gentle, warm hue that responds to your movements
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Don't Waste Your Time and Money on Wellness Traps for Nighttime Comfort – Sleep Scientists Reveal 3 Innovations That Actually WorkIt all starts with your air, your environment, and your bed's surface
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Stop Wringing Out Mops That Still Smell Damp – This Dyson Washes Floors in Seconds (And It’s at Its Lowest Price Ever)Seize the opportunity – make the most of this rare $370 discount and upgrade your mopping setup so it's faster, easier, and more hygienic than ever
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The Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar Is Hard to Fault With Its Hyper-Realistic Surround Sound and Deep, Textural DiversityIt's the most inspiring soundbar I have tested so far, bringing details to the fore that are otherwise imperceptible
By Dan Fauzi Published
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Tired of Missed Messes? Dyson's Best-Selling Vacuum Just Hit Its Lowest Price of 2026 – Why This Pro Swears By ItI rigorously vet vacuums, and the V15 Detect continues to be my enduring favorite
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IKEA’s Clever Minimalist Side Table Purifies the Air While Blending Seamlessly In – It's Unlike Anything You’ve Seen BeforeThe light or dark brown oak can blend naturally into your interior
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The 'Subwoofer Crawl' Is the 2-Minute Technique That Sound Engineers Always Use for Perfect Home AudioDon't let your audio experience underperform due to poor placement
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I Tested the Levoit Aero Cordless Vacuum and Loved Its Bagged Cleaning Station, Powerful Hard-Floor Cleaning, and Compact Storage DesignIt has airtight allergy protection, long runtimes, and is cheaper than most Dysons
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The Slim, Powerful Dyson V8 Is $210 Off – and Its Fade-Free Suction Makes It a Small-Space HeroOnly at QVC, this version of the Dyson V8 cordless vacuum includes every extra attachment
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Finally! A Chic Boot Tray That Stops Muddy, Wet Footprints Forever – StylishlyYou won't have to hide this good-looking find away (it can be used as a pet bowl tray, too)
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All It Takes Is Two $10 Smart Plugs to Make It Look Like You're Home, and Deter Potential IntrudersSetup takes just five minutes and doesn't require anymore expensive tech
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The Arlo 2K Video Doorbell's Siren Makes It Our Top Anti-Intruder Security Pick – and It's Now Just a Rare $49.99Home security experts praise its proactive anti-intruder siren
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The 6 Best Soundbars – Enjoy Rich Surround Sound and Booming Bass that Brings the Movie Theater Home at Any BudgetFor budgets from $200 to $1,000, these are the six best soundbars you can buy to instantly elevate your home's entertainment setup
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If Your Old Vacuum Is Too Heavy, This Light Cordless Dyson Doesn't Compromise on Powerful Suction – Now with Rare $190 OffDust, debris, hair – the Dyson V11 has no issues cleaning household mess and weighs less than half the weight of a top corded vacuum
By Dan Fauzi Published
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Easily Banish Stubborn Stains with This 5-Star Shark Cleaner – It Pulls Marks Out of Carpets and Upholstery in Seconds (and It's On Sale)To this day, it's still one of the only vacuums we've awarded five stars, and it's discounted for Presidents' Day
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