Michael BrownExecutive Editor, TechHive
Michael is TechHive's lead editor and covers the smart home and home entertainment markets. He built his own smart home in 2007, which he uses as a real-world test lab when reviewing new products. Michael also reviews routers and networking products for TechHive and PCWorld.
Libratone One Click Bluetooth speaker review: Fun design and very good sound
Swappable accessories make it easy to take the music with you.
Tivoli Audio Model One Digital review: Big sound from a small footprint
Many won’t miss the extra features this tabletop radio is missing.
Soundcast VG7 outdoor Bluetooth speaker review: A wonderful speaker, indoors or out
But you’ll have to pay to play. Bigly.
Wi-Fi Alliance introduces a certification program for new smart home construction
Wi-Fi Certified homes will feature integrated wireless networks designed with the same level of detail as the home’s electrical and plumbing systems.
Eero is taking pre-orders on its second-generation Eero Home WiFi System
Touting onboard Thread radios, Eero’s CEO says this is the beginning of a new smart home platform.
Logitech’s new Circle 2 home security cameras can be used indoors or out
Buyers will need to choose between wired and wire-free models, along with a host of accessories.
Nest Cam IQ marks a clean break from the Dropcam platform Nest acquired in 2014
The new indoor security camera boasts a 4K image sensor, HDR imaging, and the ability to recognize and remember faces.
DirecTV Now is now available on most Roku streaming devices
Compatibility goes back as far as the Roku 2.
Meridian Audio Explorer2 USB DAC review: An inexpensive path to high-resolution audio
Decoding MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) tracks is this DAC’s raison d’être, but it can do more than that.
Linksys jumps into the cable modem market and announces the all-new mid-range EA9300 Wi-Fi router
Mesh routers are the hot new thing, but the latest conventional routers are delivering some supremely powerful features.
Meet Hive, an all-new DIY smart home subscription service from the U.K.
The Brits want a piece of the U.S. smart home market, and they’re investing nearly $650 million to get it.
Blue Microphones Satellite wireless headphones review: Active noise cancellation you can celebrate
These cans don’t offer every state-of-the-art feature, but they’re supremely comfortable and they sound delightful.
Grillbot grill-cleaning robot review: The best thing to happen to barbecues since fire
Technology relieves mankind of yet another unpleasant task.
Securifi Almond 3 Smart Home Wi-Fi System review: An okay router bolted to a strong smart home hub
There are better mesh Wi-Fi routers out there, but none with a strong smart home hub built in.
Sonos Playbase review: Oddly enough, it sounds better playing music than movie soundtracks
The Playbase fits conveniently under your TV, but it’s not the best home theater speaker we’ve heard.