<![CDATA[ Latest from Homes & Gardens in Home-tech ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/household/home-tech Sun, 10 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000 en <![CDATA[ 'The Voices Rendered So Well, It's Like They're in the Room with You' – the $4,700 Bang & Olufsen Beosound Premiere Is Worth Every Cent for Bringing Music and Movies to Life ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/bang-olufsen-beosound-premiere-review HmTXsraAx53gwViiGHC8cb Sun, 10 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:00:52 +0000 <![CDATA[ This $70 Smart Monitor Makes It Easy to Keep Your Home’s Air Clean – And Helps You Sleep Better ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/smart-air-monitor 2E3F5eYkMmvMyFukjUPGHC Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:06 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Sonos Arc Soundbar Delivers a Powerful and Enveloping Soundstage –And It's More Affordable Than Its Successor ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/sonos-arc-soundbar-review eWRChhBkWNkiGCbDRsx2RE Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ This $9 Wall Mount Keeps Your Cordless Vacuum From Always Toppling Over in Storage ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/wall-mount-to-stop-cordless-vacuum-from-toppling fa9wu8YbwjKXMNUuEveeGi Sat, 28 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:22 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA’s New Speaker-Lamp Is the Chicest Way to Hide Your Tech and Clear Nightstand Clutter ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ikea-kulglass-speaker-lamp FVXSs3RqbX9W6CYU75kvBa Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:39 +0000 <![CDATA[ Stop Letting Your Soundbar's High-Tech Audio Go to Waste – These $28 Hidden Wedge Stands Angle Soundwaves Directly to Your Ears ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/hidden-wedge-for-soundbar-audio-optimization Q9TWxBAnfsUJCXoohFZC9C Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:30:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:43 +0000 <![CDATA[ A Bridge Between Soundbars and Headphones: The Wearable Sony BRAVIA Theater U TV Speaker Discreetly Envelopes You in Rich Surround Sound ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/sony-bravia-theater-u-wearable-speaker-review vc4jgi92Psqw7CyzdbSbgE Sun, 15 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:44 +0000 <![CDATA[ Stop the 'Whisper-to-Explosion' TV Struggle – This Bose Soundbar Finally Ended My Constant Volume Adjusting ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/stop-whisper-to-explosion-tv-soundbar-struggle jtVHrVDhhjZxpG49h4KfgB Wed, 11 Mar 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:49 +0000 <![CDATA[ I Almost Ruined Movie Time –Until This Soundbar Trick Transformed Our Evenings: Crisp Dialogue, Gentle Volume, and Total Calm Without Waking the House ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/night-mode-feature-soundbars sTQsqu8i2Rs5zNHLkeQnEQ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:50 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA Just Launched a Versatile $3 Motion-Sensor Light That Works Anywhere – No Smart Hub Required ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ikea-just-launched-versatile-wireless-motion-sensor-light-ankarlagg eaiDoWuL24P8iY92ZHJD6d Sat, 07 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:50 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Samsung HW-Q990F Soundbar Is Hard to Fault With Its Hyper-Realistic Surround Sound and Deep, Textural Diversity ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/samsung-hw-q990f-soundbar-review 7PNkwu2eHvmVTofSuQkZUd Tue, 03 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:52 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 'Subwoofer Crawl' Is the 2-Minute Technique That Sound Engineers Always Use for Perfect Home Audio ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/subwoofer-crawl-technique 4fuiz4UKoiWXWGzgN2953f Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:01:55 +0000 <![CDATA[ All It Takes Is Two $10 Smart Plugs to Make It Look Like You're Home, and Deter Potential Intruders ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/two-smart-plugs-to-deter-intruders 8NCn66SVXi4mRFWSTtQeob Fri, 20 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:00 +0000 <![CDATA[ Finally, Smart Home Tech You Don’t Have to Hide – Marble, Metal, and High-End Finishes Are Redefining the Modern Home ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ise-barcelona-smart-home-tech-finally-designed-for-beauty wEdGUZHTwFMMXGxoQZ5R3m Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ Built-In, Custom-Fit Soundbars Are the Next Big Home Audio Trend – Here’s Why Experts Are Divided ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ise-barcelona-2026-built-in-custom-fit-soundbars-next-big-home-audio-trend qDbgVyJMZbcRgdMw4tgZQ6 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA Quietly Released Design-Forward Bluetooth Speakers That Look Like Art, Sound Amazing, and Won’t Break the Bank ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/shopping/ikea-bluetooth-speakers tUCJCnsx5C4TMEPnBDnYbg Sun, 01 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:10 +0000 <![CDATA[ I Tested This $119 Hisense Soundbar and Subwoofer – They Sound Like They Cost Three Times More ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/hisense-soundbar-subwoofer-sounds-like-cost-three-times-more 9nBqdcR9k3bzG6bG3PSbxX Sat, 31 Jan 2026 03:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ IKEA Has Quietly Rolled Out New 'Smart Sensors' for the Home – They’re Affordable, Sophisticated, and Work with Your Existing Tech ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ikea-new-smart-sensors-for-home FXNcTwPG7mf2Qs5UW5bZ3h Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ Bass So Loud That It Vibrated My Walls – I Tested the Hisense AX5140Q Soundbar and Surround System, and It's Loud and Effective ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/hisense-ax5140q-soundbar-surround-system-review pvfY7uiWoDKnrB8BFQvaAf Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:30:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:13 +0000 <![CDATA[ I Tested the Budget-Friendly Hisense HS2100 Soundbar – Its Room-Filling Audio Far Exceeded My Expectations ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/hisense-hs2100-soundbar-review T7qjKpSPfMpmeByzacK99 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:14 +0000 <![CDATA[ CES 2026: AI Humanoid Robots Can Now Wash Your Dishes and Do Your Laundry ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ces-2026-ai-humanoid-robots-wash-your-dishes-do-laundry YRMYn5wqezW5KSuAHL8Ld4 Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:30:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:32 +0000 <![CDATA[ I Tested the Affordable Bose Smart Soundbar and Loved Its Immersive Multi-Directional Sound, Even if It Suffers From Weak Bass ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/bose-smart-soundbar-review ejrCUbiB8z7uWshLmrEWdb Sat, 20 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ I Tested the Compact and Affordable Sonos Ray Soundbar – It Delivers Clear Dialogue and Impressive Volume on a Budget ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/sonos-ray-soundbar-review 3e3YirLfDyLu8mKNFWwmrk Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:30:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:51 +0000 <![CDATA[ How to Highlight Your Soundbar in a Small Space – Interior Designers Reveal How to Turn Yours Into a Surprising Design Moment In Your Home ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/how-to-highlight-your-soundbar-in-a-small-space aiNjVtUwkyTUUmYCzP4JmR Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:30:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:57 +0000 <![CDATA[ Set Outdoor Christmas Light Color and Sync to Music From Your Phone for Less with Philips Hue's $79 Customizable String Lights ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/philips-hues-customizable-string-lights hVKvkAfo79FzbRzn7ezpUM Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:03:03 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 Clever Tech Buys That Will Make Your Christmas Outdoor Decorations Look More Magical ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ways-smart-tech-redefining-christmas-outdoor-decorating ns4BPthw9fEyahJjbTjr29 Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:03:11 +0000 <![CDATA[ The Ultimate in Luxury Tech This Year – Stunning Design, Smart Features, Unmatched Refinement ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/shopping/gifts-for-tech-lovers-uk 3ZDEhaa7H3LrVBsinZF42d Fri, 14 Nov 2025 18:06:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:03:18 +0000 <![CDATA[ Smart, Sleek, and Unapologetically Beautiful – Tech Designed to Be Seen and Used ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/shopping/gifts-for-tech-lovers s6zhexdr4PRRTiyCZ9ogx8 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:10:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:03:18 +0000 <![CDATA[ I Tested the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar, and I'm Blown Away by Its Incredible Detail and Hyper-Realistic Surround Sound ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/bose-smart-ultra-soundbar-review CQEqUkxhf75YDL3boZ5XPX Sun, 26 Oct 2025 20:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:02:50 +0000 <![CDATA[ I Tested the Budget-Friendly Fire TV Soundbar Plus and Loved Its Surprising Depth and Volume – Even If It Can't Compete with the Premium Alternatives ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/amazon-fire-tv-soundbar-plus-review QswH3LZjL77GySkv3rDenG Sat, 25 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:03:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ Is Your Soundbar Ruining Your Living Room’s Aesthetic? Here’s How to Conceal It Like a Designer ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/how-to-hide-a-soundbar-in-a-living-room GXJMVpZgcGyUcBqobaJNYc Fri, 24 Oct 2025 19:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:03:46 +0000 <![CDATA[ Should You Buy a Soundbar Before Black Friday? 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I recommend it if you're upgrading your home entertainment ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/samsung-hw-qs750f-soundbar-review PJSp3gvwci6Byy2yEi2cEG Sun, 28 Sep 2025 17:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:04:26 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested the Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 soundbar – I love its 5-minute rapid setup and exceptional surround sound ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/sony-bravia-theater-bar-8-soundbar vY974WkeUBGVZA8uGywBZM Sun, 28 Sep 2025 08:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:04:28 +0000 <![CDATA[ I tested the Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar and honestly, it's ignited a new passion for TV and music – the full, rich, and layered sound quality is addictive ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/sonos-arc-ultra-soundbar-review srkAzuj7qeGkMchfXJXdm7 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 13:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:04:27 +0000 <![CDATA[ From checking on loved ones to knowing when your dog is bored, AI in the home is starting to look after us – but should tech companies know so much about our personal lives? ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/ai-checking-on-loved-ones-or-when-dog-is-bored-ifa-berlin-2025 sSeAPBeVn6hkNKuKgKUrQR Fri, 05 Sep 2025 15:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:04:45 +0000 <![CDATA[ 'New tech doesn’t just respond, it anticipates' – 4 smart ways AI cleans, cuts energy bills, and creates perfect ambiance without you lifting a finger ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/how-ai-anticipates-adapts-smart-home-tech RaMoBsi6N7whDZWseNQBdZ Thu, 17 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:05:30 +0000 <![CDATA[ These smart devices will help keep guests comfortable all summer long ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/shopping/cooling-buys-for-summer-hosting-hubspace-home-depot WsedwDunZxbpcXfRaRQyPL Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:05:43 +0000 true <![CDATA[ 6 items you should always unplug before leaving the house – banish 'phantom power' usage ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/banish-phantom-power-usage-6-items-you-should-always-unplug-before-leaving-the-house dJPeqSseAyWEBzmCESa8pW Fri, 11 Apr 2025 07:30:20 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:05:20 +0000 <![CDATA[ Designer Drew Michael Scott camouflages his TV using these 3 clever tricks – proving all you need is the right piece of furniture to elevate this eyesore ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/interior-design/lone-fox-tips-for-disguising-a-tv bVXEBGbtmbtRUgHJ5Ewv8U Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:30:30 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:57:07 +0000 <![CDATA[ Media walls give me the ick – so I asked interior designers what I could do instead to elevate and hide my TV ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/interior-design/media-wall-alternatives Abzmx7KA2GmpkuSza8kibc Mon, 09 Dec 2024 06:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:56:15 +0000 <![CDATA[ Complete your home with the right EE TV package ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/shopping/complete-your-home-with-the-right-ee-tv-package o86J3EvQQRLB6bFyNTMBvA Mon, 23 Sep 2024 08:00:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:14:09 +0000 true <![CDATA[ These are the best places to put your WiFi router to improve your internet signal ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/best-places-to-put-your-wifi-router fsHeF9rrZoTZsb7EpgQfBn Thu, 09 May 2024 09:30:52 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:14:24 +0000 <![CDATA[ The 6 worst places for your WiFi router – these home 'dead zones' will hamper your connection ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/worst-places-for-your-wifi-router BxQFr4nvdT63UvwQZks64T Tue, 23 Apr 2024 08:30:08 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:14:25 +0000 <![CDATA[ Should you hang a TV above a fireplace? 4 things you must consider before you do ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/can-you-mount-a-tv-above-a-fireplace zZbuTCso5i29uvPPExVVoj Sat, 23 Mar 2024 10:30:57 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:14:31 +0000 <![CDATA[ (redirected) I'm a home tech editor – here are my top picks from Amazon's Big Spring Sale ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/best-amazon-spring-sale-home-tech YE5hFgKZhNNEzftZ3DHKGd Wed, 20 Mar 2024 19:00:01 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:14:04 +0000 <![CDATA[ 5 ways to get wise about your Wi-Fi in 2024 ]]> https://www.homesandgardens.com/shopping/5-ways-to-avoid-christmas-wi-fi-woes TUuqdWmc9nVcpsczTdoRUA Mon, 18 Dec 2023 08:00:21 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:14:40 +0000 true