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A lawn mower on green grass with fallen leaves, ready for winter preparation.

3 Min.

OUTDOOR & GARDEN

Mowing the Lawn for the Last Time before Winter: The Perfect Moment

The gardening season is coming to an end. Winter is a quiet time in the garden. Frost and wet conditions make it impossible to use conventional lawn mowers or robot lawn mowers. Many people don’t even realize that gardening in the winter does more harm than good to the lawn. In this article, we’ll tell you when the best time to stop mowing the lawn right before winter.

by Thomas Kern

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A hand holding a purple JBL Go 4 portable speaker on a surface.

2 Min.

SMART HOME & ROBOTS

JBL’s Go 4 Portable Speaker is Tiny But Loud, Now Just $39

JBL makes some of the best portable Bluetooth and wireless speakers, and right now, its smallest and latest Go 4 speaker is on sale at major retailers. Both Amazon and Best Buy currently list the JBL Go 4 for $39, down from the usual $49. That saves you $10 or 20 percent, which is already a solid deal.

by Jade Bryan

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2 Min. Reading time

Roborock RockMow Z1 robotic lawn mower on grass.

5 Min.

SMART SECURITY

Roborock RockMow Z1 Hands-On: SUV Among Robot Lawn Mowers

At IFA 2025, Roborock unveiled its first robot lawn mower series, which is made up of three models. The flagship model in particular, the RockMow Z1, caused quite a stir. It boasted all-wheel drive, up to two mowing discs, and was designed to handle XXL-sized gardens without breaking a sweat. At a Roborock press event, I had the opportunity to take a closer look at the robot lawn mower to share my first impression of the Roborock RockMow Z1.

by Thomas Kern

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3 Min.

SMART HOME & ROBOTS

You Own Nothing: Your Devices Will Soon Start Showing You Ads

If you buy a fridge worth over a grand, the very least you expect is not to be served with ads. But Samsung is proving otherwise. The company is now starting to show advertisements on many of its premium smart refrigerators with built-in displays in the United States, surprising customers.

by Jade Bryan

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3 Min. Reading time

Roborock Qrevo S5V robot vacuum mop with self-wash dock in a modern living room.

2 Min.

OUTDOOR & GARDEN

This Powerful Robot Cleaner Washes Itself, And It’s $350 Off Today

If you’re on the hunt for a robot vacuum cleaner to add to your cleaning arsenal, now is a great time to pick one up. Roborock is known for its reliable and advanced robot cleaners, and its popular Qrevo S5V robot vacuum and mop is currently on sale for $549, down from $899 at Amazon.

by Jade Bryan

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2 Min. Reading time

A portable Anker Solix C200 X power station on a desk, connected to a laptop, with a man working in the background.

2 Min.

FITNESS & HEALTH

This Tiny Anker Power Station is Shockingly Good, and It’s $189 Today

Whether you frequently go camping, take outdoor trips, or just spend time in the backyard, a portable power station is a handy addition to your gear. These devices are lightweight and provide instant power wherever you need it. Right now, you can save big on Anker’s new Solix C200X power station, which is down to a record-low price of $189 from its usual $299. That’s a solid $110 (or 37%) off.

by Jade Bryan

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2 Min. Reading time

A person holding a white NFC sticker in front of smart home devices and a phone displaying a home screen.

2 Min.

SMART HOME & ROBOTS

Only 40 Cents! You Can Control Your Entire Apartment with This

The light goes on as soon as you get home. To cap it off, your bedside lamp turns off when you activate sleep mode on your smartphone. Smart homes are no longer just about expensive devices, complex installations, or voice assistants, which are often more confusing than helpful. All it takes is a tiny detail to make everyday life smarter and more automated. In this article, we show you how this works – and how you can control your entire home via the simplest of means.

by Thomas Kern

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2 Min. Reading time

A Philips Hue motion sensor mounted on a wooden door frame.

2 Min.

SOLAR ENERGY

MotionAware: Is the Hue Motion Sensor Now Redundant?

The new Hue Bridge Pro brings a fresh look to the Hue ecosystem and brings the control center to a new level. In addition to significantly increased performance, MotionAware is the highlight of the next generation. It detects movements based on signals from at least three lamps in the room. Is the use of the classic Hue Motion Sensor now redundant? We clarify this for you in this article.

by Thomas Kern

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2 Min. Reading time

Jackery Explorer 1000 power station with various input/output ports and digital display.

2 Min.

FITNESS & HEALTH

Jackery’s Sturdy Power Station Can Run Starlink All Day—Now $600 Off

While there are a lot of power stations or solar generators to choose from, there are only a few rugged options available. Jackery is a popular brand known for its sturdy outdoor emergency backup supplies. And right now, its Explorer 1000 v2 is steeply discounted, returning to $449 from $799 at Amazon. That’s a saving of $350 (44%) and a record-low price for this year.

by Jade Bryan

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2 Min. Reading time

A collection of Philips Hue smart bulbs and accessories on a wooden surface.

2 Min.

SOLAR ENERGY

Philips Hue: New, Free Function for Almost All Light Sources

Philips Hue has been one of the most popular systems in the field of smart lighting for years now. Intelligent light sources can not only be operated via app or voice control, but can also be flexibly integrated into routines, scenes, and automation. Whether it is having some cozy warm white light for the evening, dynamic color scenes for a party, or adaptable lighting to the rhythm of the day, Hue lamps offer countless possibilities for light customization. At IFA 2025, the manufacturer revealed a huge update that equips 95 percent of all lamps with a new function.

by Thomas Kern

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