Whether you realize it or not, everyday belongings are hotspots for germs. From vegetables to pieces of jewelry to very delicate baby items, these small objects collect bacteria as we go about our days. If you want to keep these items germ-free and safe to use, then it’s a great idea to pick up a cleaning device that kills those […]

It’s no secret that house plants can be a major boon to any living space. Aside from simply looking pretty, house plants are known to help boost your mood and even improve air quality indoors. Despite these benefits, though, many are hesitant to get plants of their own—mainly because it’s so easy to forget about watering them. However, thanks to […]

Sweden’s Zound Industries, the company that manufactures headphones and speakers under license from Marshall Amps, has announced the release of a new Bluetooth speaker called the Uxbridge Voice, which has Alexa built in and supports AirPlay 2. In the world of rock music, Marshall’s amplifiers have deservedly achieved iconic status. A few years ago, the company decided to expand into […]

A new Apple patent would make your house an actual “smart home” in every sense, from reading your heartbeat, to telling who you are, to the ability to coordinate your different smart devices.  The patent, first reported by Patently Apple, is titled Object Tracking And Authentication Using Modular Wall Units, and was initially submitted in August 2018 and published on […]

The coronavirus is sending more and more people home to work. For some, working from home is a foreign experience that will require some lifestyle adjustments. Trust us — you don’t want to work from bed without pants on and with Netflix playing in the background Creating a home office or workspace is the best way to develop some healthy […]

For the average Joe, getting internet service at home means either calling up a local service provider or surfing the web to find the best deals around. Once there’s something worth subscribing to, a technician comes out for the installation. You’re usually up and running in a matter of minutes. Most people don’t ever worry about replacing a router — […]

Growing your own veggies doesn’t necessarily mean getting your hands dirty. We’ve seen a number of indoor gardening devices over the years, the most recent being from LG. Melbourne biotech startup Bace has launched its take on year-round growing with the Rotofarm. The Rotofarm concept actually appeared online last year, with plans to take the project to Kickstarter announced in […]

California-based residential design and construction company Plant Prefab has recently revealed its latest tiny house that is jam-packed with smart technology. Dubbed LivingHome 10, the 496 sq-ft (46-sq-m) dwelling is designed as an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) and features a smart voice command system that can access Wi-Fi, adjust the thermostat, control the lights, help with energy monitoring, and even […]

If you’ve ever wanted to start composting at home but got put off by the hassle and the smell, the Sepura could be the sustainable solution you’ve been looking for. Unveiled for the first time at Las Vegas CES 2020, Sepura is an eco-friendly alternative to the traditional garbage disposal system that can be easily installed beneath almost any sink […]

Latvian design and build workshop Zeltini has made answering the call of nature into an environmental statement with the “Temple of Poop,” a timber outhouse that composts human waste into fertilizer for a rooftop garden. Built on the designer’s property in Latvia, the project celebrates “humanure” while simultaneously raising awareness of the benefits of human waste compost as a potential […]