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Some people love gardens but hate gardening, and that’s totally OK. There, we said it. We know some plant lovers who ...
When the two plugs in a wall outlet simply aren’t enough to power the lights and gadgets we need to run our lives, mo...
Price matching can be a rewarding and lucrative pursuit, but many retailers require customers to jump through hoops t...
You likely use your TV, tablet, speakers, gaming consoles, and other electronic devices nearly every day. However, th...
Home electronics occupy a prominent place in our daily lives. We touch them repeatedly, share them with other family ...
A computer keyboard is one of those electronic devices that rarely gets cleaned. However, if you’ve taken a close loo...
High-speed WiFi networks and smart home devices make our lives easier by providing us with entertainment, security, a...
Everyone loves the charm of a historical home—but oftentimes older houses lack the ease and convenience of technology...
Super Bowl Sunday is just weeks away! And if your current TV setup isn't cutting it, now's the perfect time to level ...
For most folks, slow internet is a nightmare from the past. Needing 15 minutes to load a video or several hours to do...
At this point, many folks have had internet in their homes for decades. In that time, they’ve been using modems and r...
Many of the everyday tasks of life—locking the door, adjusting the thermostat, dimming the lights, and capturing porc...
To some, 3D printing may still seem like a thing of the future. Just a few short years ago, 3D printers were expensiv...
Karaoke got its start when a Japanese bar owner invited customers to stand in for a no-show band. Today, a popular pa...
Cyber Monday deals are officially here. Sure, price drops have been rolling out all month long from Amazon, The Home ...
Even after Black Friday sales officially ended yesterday, Amazon continues to have millions of deals across the site ...
Editor’s Note: We've switched gears to scout Cyber Monday sales, so this post is no longer being updated. Check out o...
Black Friday is winding down. Of course, many retailers have been announcing sales throughout the month—to the point ...
TVs and other consumer electronics are some of the most sought-after products of the holiday shopping season and ther...
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are the best days all year to find incredible deals on pricier household items like app...
Q: My last TV was so small that I couldn’t clearly make out all of the details of my favorite shows. I don’t have eye...
Amazon is a hub of deals at all times, but we love discovering special sales events that give us access to even more ...
Whether you have a partially covered outside space like a veranda or poolside cabana or not, there is an outdoor TV t...
Installing a residential wind turbine can help generate clean energy for your home, RV, or even a boat or camper. How...
July has been a month of deals: 4th of July sales, Amazon Prime Day, Target Deal Days, and more. Even after these sal...
As a major player in smart home technology, Amazon is known for its tech products like Echo devices. So naturally, it...
Amazon Prime Day 2022 has begun, running from today, July 12, to tomorrow, July 13. The annual two-day sale event is ...
As utility costs continue to skyrocket, it’s helpful to find ways to save money on electric bills. One way is using s...
Horticulturalists and brown thumbs alike love the ease with which their AeroGardens grow tomatoes and salad greens in...
In the age of Twitch streamers and PS5 shortages, traditional game rooms (think foosball tables and pinball machines)...
Streaming video lag, dropped video calls, and dead zones in the far reaches of your home are all symptoms of a frustr...
The living room is the heart of the home. It is the place where we entertain guests, spend time with our loved ones, ...
As a devotee of the Fitbit tracker and app, it only made sense for me to purchase a scale that would meld into the Fi...
It’s probably no surprise to reveal that Bob Vila’s editors are all about home gear and care: Our product reviews sta...
As more people look to reduce their energy consumption and rely on more sustainable methods of getting the power they...
Each year, Bob Vila’s experts conduct thousands of hours of hands-on testing and internet research. We vet a vast arr...
Prices listed here are accurate as of the last update on 11/29/2021. While Black Friday has been an annual sales even...
One lesson we learned during the pandemic was the importance of recreating our favorite experiences at home. Many peo...
Whether you aspire to be a professional chef or only cook so you can put food on the table, the right kitchen gadgets...
Home design novices and professionals can both benefit from using software to help transform their wildest ideas into...
I’ve been a fan of my Apple AirPods since I got them two years ago. I wear them when I'm at my desk writing, when I'm...
Cables are used to connect one device to another, whether the device is a television, router, or computer. However, n...
Back to WorkMany employers are in the process of instituting back-to-work plans that require either full-time or part...
Making breakfast and prepping lunches are a breeze with the help of these handy kitchen gadgets.
As you enter a new phase of life, make sure you’re equipped with items that will help keep you healthy, active, and ready for the next adventure.
When the pandemic hit and quarantine became a way of life, my family of four began working and going to school under ...
Are your favorite photos languishing on your phone or hard drive? Why not print those memories instead? The best phot...
Replacing an old TV should be an exciting process because of the wide range of features, sizes, display settings, gra...
Smart-home devices enable you to control a range of gadgets, appliances, and important tasks, whether from home or re...
Apple's AirTags debuted at the end of April, and people are using them in some creative ways. These tiny devices atta...
Try a few kitchen tools that help you beat the heat by cutting down on prep, cook, and cleanup time, and providing yummy alternatives to having to cook at all.
Waking up to the sound of birds chirping is a delightful way to rise. As the day unfolds, watching birds play around ...
When the old blender finally gave up in spectacular fashion, I knew that my attempt to repair the cracked base with s...
Take the fun outdoors on a sunny day—enjoy the warm weather while listening to your favorite tunes or podcast. Music ...
Our computers are treasure troves of personal information, including social security numbers, credit card numbers, ba...
Ready for a refresh? Consider these home automation tips.
Whether you’re trying to create a home theater room with surround sound or just looking to improve the sound quality ...
A useful piece of electronic equipment for the home office, a scanner digitizes documents and images and creates file...
Standard-size keyboards get all the love. Most have a numeric pad, the proper spacing between the keys, and feel “rig...
For those of us who are tired of the nests of tangled and broken phone-charging cables cluttering up our homes—and re...
With the growth of remote work and flexible schedules, more and more people are working from home. Remote workers oft...
In a world where everything from meetings to movies flows in and out of your home via the internet, having a reliable...
Are you hoping to make some home improvements soon, but don't know what projects will actually increase your home’s v...
DIY jewelry and decor, whip up frozen treats, and upgrade your home gym with these fun finds.
A shower radio adds entertainment to your morning routine, whether that comes in the form of must-hear music or your ...
Thermostats have come a long way from those early models with manual temperature dials that may or may not accurately...
WiFi technology uses radio frequencies to send signals from one device to another. Unlike a walkie talkie or cellphon...
Whether you’re looking to add a speaker or two to a family room for improved sound or you’re planning a media room or...
Here’s what you need to work more efficiently from home without wreaking havoc on your health and sanity.
Many people find that listening to music, mediations, podcasts, or other soothing sounds can help them drift off to s...
Slowly but surely, more and more of our home operations are becoming automatic—and, with each advancement, life becom...
Answering machines were much more prevalent before the advent of smartphones and voicemail technology, yet they still...
Whether you plan on cutting the cord completely or just want access to local channels, a TV antenna is an affordable ...
Whether you’re switching from gas-powered to green or buying your first cordless electric mower, battery-powered lawn...
Modern cordless phone technology has allowed for better signal security, sound quality, and extended ranges, with som...
As the number of entertainment gadgets in our homes grows, so does the number of remotes. A coffee table full of remo...
If your router isn’t providing the coverage you need, a WiFi extender may be the solution. A WiFi extender, also call...
Did you own any of these once-trendy gadgets?
When smartphones first hit the market, it seemed as though we had reached the peak of technological advancement. Yet ...
Instead of subscribing to streaming services, you could be pulling in free TV channels from the airwaves around your ...
Disorganized and jumbled power cords and cables can be a pain to locate and untangle (not to mention they make a home look unkempt). Find the cord you need when y...
