Electronics

Electronics, Tested

Independently tested electronics coverage — bought at retail, scored on measured results.

The Best Bluetooth Speakers

JBL Charge 5 by JBL earned our top recommendation after testing 11 products.

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The Best Electric Toothbrushes

Oral-B iO Series 9 by Oral-B earned our top recommendation after testing 17 products.

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The Best Noise-Canceling Headphones

Sony WH-1000XM5 by Sony earned our top recommendation after testing 23 products.

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The Best Portable Chargers

Anker 737 PowerCore by Anker earned our top recommendation after testing 26 products.

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The Best Home Security Cameras

Arlo Pro 5S by Arlo earned our top recommendation after testing 29 products.

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The Best Smart Scales

Withings Body+ by Withings earned our top recommendation after testing 31 products.

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The Best Smart Thermostats

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium by Ecobee earned our top recommendation after testing 32 products.

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The Best Wi-Fi Routers

ASUS RT-AXE7800 by ASUS earned our top recommendation after testing 36 products.

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How to Set Up a Home Security Camera System

Home security cameras have become remarkably affordable and easy to install over the past five years. A four-camera system that would have cost $1,500 and required professional installation in...

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How to Build a Pantry Organization System That Actually Works

Every pantry organization project starts the same way: you clear everything out, buy matching containers, arrange everything beautifully, take a photo for social media, and then watch the system...

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WiFi Router Placement: Signal Optimization Without Buying New Hardware

Most WiFi problems are not hardware problems — they are placement problems. A physics-based guide to positioning your router for maximum coverage and speed.

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I Switched Every Light Bulb in My House to Smart LEDs — Here's the Real Savings

Six months ago, I replaced every light bulb in my 2,400-square-foot home with smart LED bulbs. All 42 of them. Not because I wanted to control my lights with my phone — though I can — but because...

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How to Install a Smart Thermostat in Under an Hour

Installing a smart thermostat is the rare home improvement project that genuinely pays for itself. According to Energy Star, a properly programmed smart thermostat saves the average American...

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Surge Protectors and UPS Units: Protecting Electronics from Power Events You Cannot Predict

A lightning strike costs a few hundred dollars in damaged equipment — if you are lucky. A guide to surge protectors, UPS battery backups, and whole-house protection.

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TV Wall Mounting: Studs, Height, and Cable Management Done Right

A wall-mounted TV transforms a room — when it is mounted at the right height, into the right material, with cables properly concealed. A complete DIY guide.

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Understanding Energy Ratings: SEER, EnergyGuide, and the Labels That Actually Matter

Energy ratings on American appliances are supposed to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions. Instead, they have become a confusing alphabet soup of acronyms, scales, and competing...

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What Energy Star Actually Means for Your Electricity Bill

The Energy Star label appears on everything from refrigerators to light bulbs to entire buildings. It is one of the most recognized certification marks in America, and most consumers assume it...

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