Make your home a sweet one

A home generator can protect you during power outages. This guide can help you make a smart choice without overpaying.

We've tested 47 new robot vacuums to evaluate pickup power, navigation, obstacle avoidance and more. Our testing revealed a surprise winner and new lab awards.

Impress your friends with this chef's trick for determining steak and burger doneness -- no equipment required.

These powerful, connected locks are useful every day. We've tested the latest to find the best.

We lab-tested more than 140 electric generators and found the most efficient, fast-charging and longest-lasting battery backups to power your appliances and devices during a blackout.

Avoid insurance headaches with these top-rated Dash Cam deals.

Upgrade your yard care routine with steep discounts from brands like Eufy and Sunseeker.

Smart security cameras don't have to come with fees. These models give a lot while saving your budget.

To keep your home safe, I tested the most popular outdoor security cameras from popular brands including Arlo, Ring and Google Nest.

From remote cabins to homes that rely on generators, this security tech is a good fit without needing Wi-Fi or constant electricity.

Here's what to expect from the latest standard of Wi-Fi technology.

Laced across the cold depths of the world's oceans is a network of multimillion-dollar cables, which have become the vital connections of our online lives.

Avoid these router placement mistakes to boost your home network speed without buying new equipment.

Speakers powered by Alexa can be handy, but be careful where you put to avoid privacy issues, fire hazards and more.

We tested smart speaker audio, voice assistants and sensors to find the best for your home.

These indoor gardens will give you fresh herbs and produce year-round.

We've put this smart home tech to work in our homes and come away impressed with the results.

Robot vacuums use many methods to navigate and tackle the world. Some rely on lasers, others electronic eyes or even simple bumpers, and these tactics affect how well they clean. Our test room helps us show the difference.

A cheap vacuum doesn’t have to be a bad one. We’ve lab-tested over 100 models to find powerful, affordable picks for pet hair, hard floors and carpets.

The FCC recently announced a ban on foreign robots and that could include robo vacs. Grab one at a discount while you can.

The FCC's latest guidance could effectively ban robot vacuums, mowers and pool cleaners.

CNET's experts put the best leaf blowers to the test so you can find the right one, whether you prefer battery-powered, cordless or gas models.

I let a robot mow my lawn for two years, and my yard has never looked better.

I've tested the best garden hoses that fulfill all your outdoor watering needs efficiently regardless of season.

If you want to avoid purchasing potentially contaminated greens, growing your own indoors is a safer alternative.