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I Tested the Bose Smart Ultra Soundbar, and I'm Blown Away by Its Incredible Detail and Hyper-Realistic Surround Sound

TV, movies, and music all sound phenomenal – this is one of the best single soundbars you can buy

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I Tested the Budget-Friendly Fire TV Soundbar Plus and Loved Its Surprising Depth and Volume – Even If It Can't Compete with the Premium Alternatives

It's an excellent choice if you want elevated sound without breaking the bank

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I Tested the Affordable Yamaha True X Bar 40A, and I Love its Rich Sound Clarity and Balance – It's Punching Above its Price Point

It's the best-value soundbar we've tested so far and sets up in just two minutes

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I Tested the Plug-and-Play Yamaha True X Bar 50A – It Delivers Some of the Loudest, Most Booming Bass I've Enjoyed at Home

The soundbar and subwoofer combo is a force to be reckoned with

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Don’t wait till Black Friday! This classic Dyson V8 powerhouse cordless is the cheapest it's been all year, with $240 off

Grab it now for premium power without the premium cost

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Should you open windows this winter? Air quality experts warn it's a vital winter 2025 maintenance task you should never skip

Even when the weather turns cold, you should be keeping your home feeling fresh and ventilated

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I tested the Samsung HW-QS750F soundbar, and absolutely adore the immersive, rich, booming sound it creates. I recommend it if you're upgrading your home entertainment

The Samsung HW-QS750F delivers on loud action scenes, quiet dialogue, or genre-spanning music

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I tested the Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 8 soundbar – I love its 5-minute rapid setup and exceptional surround sound

Its room-filling sound is more natural than other soundbars I've tested

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I tested the Sonos Arc Ultra soundbar and honestly, it's ignited a new passion for TV and music – the full, rich, and layered sound quality is addictive

It's one of the most sophisticated sound systems I've used

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How to get the most from your vacuum cleaner – expert tips on use and maintenance

Use your vacuum well for longer

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I tested the Bissell CrossWave OmniForce Edge – it's ideal for day-to-day floorcare, cutting your floor cleaning time in half by combining vacuuming and mopping

It's reasonably priced, too

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Kris Jenner swears by this 'ride-or-die' fan for an icy breeze all summer long – it's the best we've ever tested (and under $160)

'Being the boss means keeping your cool' – Kris Jenner reveals the Shark fan she couldn't live without, and our product testers second her endorsement

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I tested the sleek Dreame R20 cordless vacuum – it's affordable, ideal for hard floors, and has Dyson-style features

Strong suction, dust detection and a stylish aesthetic are stand-out wins

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I tested the new Ultenic U20 and it's a great budget vacuum for hard floors with surprisingly strong suction, but here's where it falls short

I recommend three alternatives if you're hunting for a budget-friendly vacuum

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I tested the Dyson V11 in a busy pet shelter and was amazed by its performance on animal hair, dirt, dust – and just about any mess I threw at it

The Dyson V11 is seriously worth considering for your next vacuum upgrade

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We predict a sellout: The bestselling Bissell mini carpet cleaner snapped up by 20,000 thrilled shoppers a month is now at its lowest price ever

Hurry while this limited deal lasts

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Stave off suffocating summer heat with this transformational Shark fan – it's almost as good as taking air con outdoors when relaxing on the patio

No, it isn’t just a desk fan

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'I have never considered anything different' – why the washing up bowl vs. no washing up bowl debate has divided cleaning experts

There's 'merit' to both approaches, experts say

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The excellent cordless Dyson I use in my own home as a professional vacuum tester is now on offer with $150 off, and absolutely worth snapping up

The V12 Detect Slim is one of the best on the market

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eufy vs. Ring – I was sick of monthly fees for my video doorbell, so I swapped to this superior subscription-free eufy one and have zero regrets

Video security is an essential, but paying to store the footage was a nuisance

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Katherine Heigl's vacuum is perfect for giving your couch a deep clean – our home tech editor discusses whether her pick is right for you

The actress uses a wet/dry vacuum on her sofa, which experts love for their ability to remove stains and conduct a deep clean

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My easy-to-maneuver and lightweight Miele C1 vacuum is perfect if you have back or arm pain – grab 20% off in the final stretch of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

Even though I love my robot vacuums, I won’t be letting go of my Miele

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The 3 bedroom renovations our home editors deeply regretted – and what they wish they’d done instead

Swap sorrow for success by avoiding what our editors learned the hard way

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Bethenny Frankel says she 'literally wants to cry' when thinking about this intelligent carpet cleaner – it's ultra-satisfying (and under $120)

The famous New Yorker keeps this clever, compact appliance in her closet – it's perfect for spills, and experts approve of her choice

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Ultenic U16 Flex review – we've tested 65 vacuums and this is our new favorite budget vacuum cleaner. It's brilliant for hardfloors

Find out how this sub-$200 cordless vacuum performed in our rigorous tests

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