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11 Smart Devices I’m Still Using at Home Even After My Testing Is Done

Most of my reviews end with me returning or packing up smart home gadgets — after all, I only have so much space in my house. But on rare occasions, some testing goes so well that the devices are the best fit for my home, so I get versions of my own or keep using them even months and months later.

From smart locks and smart lamps to unique kinds of security sensors, here’s what currently has a place in my house, and why this tech isn’t going anywhere.

Ikea smart plug

I use several different smart plugsaround my home, but Ikea’s is one of my favorites. It has Matter support for Apple Home thanks to my HomePod (which acts as a Matter hub), but you can use it with the Ikea app, too. At...

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