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Commentary: IFA 2025 underlined how vital it is for consumer tech companies to tout AI. But the definition is getting blurry and I'm getting tired. For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience ...

John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience testing and reviewing home tech products, with a major focus on smart home security. He earned his BS in journalism from Utah Valley University. In ...

Eufy has long been a reliable brand for getting important AI features like person and animal detection without the need for a subscription. Its latest 4K, pan/tilt outdoor model offers a detachable ...

Desiree DeNunzio is the gift guide editor for CNET's Commerce team. When she's not writing and editing, she's either hiking through the redwoods or curled up with a good book and a lazy dog. Expertise ...

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