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Amazon currently has the refurb iRobot Roomba 960 robotic vacuum cleaner marked down to just $279.99, which is around $120 lower than it regularly sells for there. Today's price is a match for the lowest we have ever tracked for it and saves you even more compared to a new model . Despite being refurbished, your robot vac will look and work like new and comes backed by a 90-day warranty. We named the Roomba 960 our favorite overall robot vacuum cleaner in 2020 so this is a deal you don't want to miss. You can schedule it to run via the free iRobot HOME app, or by using your voice through one of Amazon's Alexa-enabled Echo devices , making it super convenient. You can also tell it not to clean a specific area. The included sensors warn the device if it is getting near an obstacle or if it's about to fall down a flight of stairs. It can run for 75 minutes before needing to be recharged, and it has the ability to recharge and then resume cleaning from the same place

The Sonos Move has dropped to $299 on Amazon from its original $399 price. This portable smart speaker produces excellent audio in a durable yet premium design. While the original price might have kept many of you audiophiles hesitant on pulling the trigger, this sizeable $100 price drop may be the deciding factor. The portable Sonos Sonos Move If you're looking for high-quality audio in a premium portable smart speaker, you're looking for the Sonos Move. The high price may have be a turn off to a lot of you, but with a $100 discount, it going to look a lot more reasonable. $299 $399 $100 off See at Amazon After persistent demands from its biggest fans for a high-quality set of battery-powered portable speakers, Sonos finally came out with the Sonos Move last year in 2019. While it's been more than a year since its release, the Sonos Move is still one of the best portable Bluetooth speakers you can buy today. The Move has a very Sonos-esque design with a semi-tran

Best answer: Yes, you can control Nest devices with Amazon Alexa, but you'll need to enable the proper Alexa Skill before getting started. Smarter temperature controls: Nest Learning Thermostat ($250 at Amazon) The latest Dot: Amazon Echo Dot (4th Gen) ($50 at Amazon) Nest works with Amazon Alexa but there are limitations Thanks to the wonderous world of Amazon Alexa Skills, it's actually possible for you to control some of your Nest devices with the help of Alexa. However, there are some limitations, as Amazon and Google have limited the types of devices that can be controlled with an Alexa-enabled spekaer. Currently, the only products that Amazon Alexa supports are Nest Cameras, video doorbells, and thermostats. That leaves out the ability to control other products like your Chromecast, or the recently-launched Nest Audio. Another limitation is that your "old" Nest Account must have been migrated to a traditional Google account. Those with G Suite acco

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Many homeowners are moving to a more hands-on security setup because excellent products that are easy to set up are readily available. Just mount it, plug it in, and your home is good to go. We think the Ring Alarm Home Security System is the best you can buy because of its great features, amazing Amazon Alexa integration, and easy setup, but there are plenty of others that might fit your needs. Here are some smart home systems that can get you started. Best for Alexa: Ring Alarm Home Security (2nd Gen) This five-piece Ring Alarm security system comes with a base station, contact sensor, motion detector, keypad, and range extender. You can control it all from one central location — your phone. If you have an Alexa-enabled device, that's even better. You'll be able to do it solely through your voice and check your system through any Alexa device. The tight integration with Alexa is because Amazon owns the brand, but the Ring app for your phone also works well for those