This is the first year that Amazon, Google and Apple all have a new smart speaker that costs $100 (give-or-take a buck). As usual, both Amazon and Google have released new-and-improved versions of their $100 smart speakers. And Apple has finally got into the action, releasing a smaller and more affordable version of its HomePod ($299), called the HomePod mini. Here's how they stack up.
The 10 Best New Home Products of 2020Since the day our homes became de facto offices and schools, we’ve asked much from them. The year's best home products helped us make the best of it. No more working from your sofa thanks to a convertible work desk. A budget air purifier that eats 99.97 percent of airborne baddies, and looks good doing it. A famous designer's take on an affordable (and planet-friendly) lawn chair. What to take away from a year indoors? Function, thoughtfulness and beauty are needed in equal measure. These products embody that spirit.
The 15 Best Gifts for Chefs and Home CooksA home-sized version of a professional kitchen staple. A full-tang stainless steel knife for tasks both delicate and rough. Salts that were designed in the labs of one of America's best restaurant empires. These (and many more) are some of the best gifts to give the chef in your life. Don't be surprised if you end up receiving some delicious food as thanks.
The 10 Best Air Purifiers of 2021There's something in the air, and it's not good. Between coronavirus and wildfires, consumers are stocking up on air purifiers like their lives depend on it. Air purifiers aren't the end all be all of health and wellness, but they will drastically improve your indoor air quality so you can breathe easier. From air purifier terminology to the best models to buy, this is our definitive guide to air purifiers for 2021.
Your Last Chance to Get the Taylor Stitch x Gear Patrol CollaborationFor this exclusive capsule collection, we've partnered with Taylor Stitch to develop two fresh takes on familiar silhouettes: the Able Vest and the Lombardi Jacket. With an eye towards versatility, these handsome, rugged pieces are fully reversible to ensure you're equipped for whatever the day throws at you. On one side, Taylor Stitch’s proprietary Boss Duck blend — soft and extraordinarily resilient. On the other, a weather-resistant dry waxed organic cotton canvas in Arid Camo developed by the weatherproofing experts at Halley Stevensons that you’ll be glad to have in a downpour.
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