
Dan Fauzi
Dan is the former Home Tech Editor for Homes & Gardens, where they covered 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, overseeing a wide range of home and outdoor content. However, their writing on homes, gardens, tech, and products began in 2021 for brands including BBC Science Focus, YourHomeStyle, and Gardens Illustrated. Dan holds a BA in Philosophy and an MA in Magazine Journalism.
During their time at Homes & Gardens, they served as a consumer advisor. They spent more than 300 hours testing 31 of the best vacuums and floorcare appliances across a dedicated test center, their own home, and a busy pet shelter. They also visited Dyson’s engineering labs to gain an in-depth understanding of the technology behind today’s cleaning appliances. They spent an additional 100+ hours testing soundbars, air purifiers, and fans, combining their technical expertise with a passion for creating a harmonious home environment.
Latest articles by Dan Fauzi
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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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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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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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The 4 Best Miele Vacuums – I've Tested Every Miele Canister and Cordless Vacuum, and These Are the Ultimate Picks for Every Home and BudgetThe Miele Guard L1 Cat & Dog is the most effective vacuum cleaner we've ever tested
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I Tested the Shark Stratos Cordless Vacuum, and I Understand Why It's One of the Best-Selling Cordless Sticks Out ThereIts cleaning performance is impressive across every surface, but like most vacuums, it isn't without its flaws
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Finally, Smart Home Tech You Don’t Have to Hide – Marble, Metal, and High-End Finishes Are Redefining the Modern HomeSpeakers crafted out of marble and smart light finishes to suit every interior are some of the many design-led innovations unveiled at ISE Barcelona this week
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Built-In, Custom-Fit Soundbars Are the Next Big Home Audio Trend – Here’s Why Experts Are DividedAt ISE Barcelona, I'm seeing first-hand how wonderfully bespoke tech blends into the home, but is it future-proof?
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I Tested the Miele Guard M1 Parquet XL – It's a Dream on Hard Floors, With an Extra-Wide Floorhead and Strong SuctionThis bagged vacuum is designed to clean hard floors, and hard floors only
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IKEA Has Quietly Rolled Out New 'Smart Sensors' for the Home – They’re Affordable, Sophisticated, and Work with Your Existing TechAffordably make your home adapt to your needs, from motion lighting to air quality feedback and more
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Bass So Loud That It Vibrated My Walls – I Tested the Hisense AX5140Q Soundbar and Surround System, and It's Loud and EffectiveThis full surround system is great for big sound lovers
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Should You Do Laundry During a Winter Storm? Plumbers Warn It Can Freeze Pipes and Cause Flooding – Do This insteadRunning your washer could cause major water damage to your home during a storm
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I Tested the Budget-Friendly Hisense HS2100 Soundbar – Its Room-Filling Audio Far Exceeded My ExpectationsThe included subwoofer delivers deep, immersive, thunderous bass
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I Tried the ‘Slow Vacuuming’ Trend and Picked Up Triple the Dust Than Usual (Yes, I Have the Numbers to Prove It)Slow vacuuming is now officially my new favourite deep cleaning method for floors
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One Weak Password Can Give Hackers Access to Your Entire Smart Home Setup – Tech Experts Reveal 3 Ways to Protect Yours NowRecent cybersecurity reports reveal that it's easier than ever for hackers to access your smart home devices
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CES 2026: AI Humanoid Robots Can Now Wash Your Dishes and Do Your LaundryAs humanoid robots move from demo models to real homes, CES 2026 raises urgent questions about who benefits, who loses, and how much control we’re willing to hand over
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Security Experts Reveal the 3 Reasons Why 2026 Should Be the Year You Invest in Home SecurityHome security tech is more affordable and easier to install than ever, while porch thefts are on the rise
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4 AI Tools Experts Reveal Will Change the Way We Buy, Sell, and Rent Homes in 2026Tasks that used to take days can now be done in an afternoon
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3 Video Doorbell Placement Mistakes Security Pros Always Avoid – Don't Compromise Sound or Vision and Do This InsteadFollow these placement rules, and your video doorbell will deliver its best
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Homeowners Urged to Do 'The Great Air Reset' on December 27 – Strip Festive Pollutants Fast in 3 Simple StepsHVAC pros warn not to let filthy air fester
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December 28 Is the Hard Deadline to Clean These 4 Common Household Gadgets, Experts WarnThese are some of the most used and overlooked gadgets to clean after Christmas hosting
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Easily Keep Up With Holiday Hosting Mess for Less with $200 Off This Powerful Shark Vacuum That Clears Debris and Hair in One PassThe Shark POWERDETECT is one of the most powerful vacuums we've ever tested
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The Self-Drying Dreame H15 Pro CarpetFlex Vacuum-Mop Banishes Spills in SecondsIt's an excellent hard floor cleaner, but a disappointing carpet vacuum
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The Dreame H15 Pro Heat Vacuum-Mop's Hot Water Feature Is a Game-Changer for Floors, but the 'AI' Arm Didn't ImpressThe vacuum-mop combo is a strong wet cleaner for heavily-soiled floors and stubborn stains
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