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John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

The new king of smart locks, the Nuki Smart Lock Pro features a sleeker design that looks more premium on your door. It’s ...

This smart gadget will send alerts to your phone if water is detected and sound a loud alarm so you won’t miss it.

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