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.
Philips Hue Calla outdoor pathway light review: A sophisticated outdoor lighting system
Philips takes its Hue smart lighting outdoors with this elegant and well-built pathway light.
Roku Streambar review: A very good streamer inside a pretty good soundbar
There are better soundbars at this price, but none that incorporate a quality media streamer.
Google's newest Nest Thermostat costs only $130
There isn’t much in the way of innovation here, but the price is nice.
‘The Mandalorian’ soundtrack composer is curating a Sonos Radio show
Ludwig Göransson is also responsible for the music in the films ‘Black Panther’ and ‘Tenet.’
Eero to ship a pair of Wi-Fi 6 mesh routers later this year
This is Eero’s first all-new product since Amazon acquired the router manufacturer in early 2019.
Amazon’s Echo Show 10 features a motorized display
The 10-inch screen rotates around its base so it always faces you.
Senic’s wireless outdoor switch can control everything from Philips Hue lights to Sonos speakers
The weatherized two-button gadget doesn’t need wiring or batteries; it harvests its own energy.
Naim Audio, Focal, and Bentley Motors join forces to design high-end home audio components
The three-way collaboration results in the Naim Mu-so for Bentley Special Edition all-in-one audio system, and the Focal for Bentley Radiance headphone.
Level Lock Touch is the smart lock entirely reimagined
The maker of our favorite retrofit smart lock now has a complete product.
Ecobee Total Home Comfort and Security Bundle review: An underwhelming home security solution
There are excellent components in this package, but they don’t add up to a great DIY home security system.
Nest isn’t the only thermostat maker with greater smart home ambitions.
Powershades TruePoE motorized roller shade review: The fastest shade in the west
Leveraging power-over-ethernet technology yields quick open/close performance.
Accell Power Dot surge protector review: A clever idea, but also a pricey one
You can plop your smart speaker in the middle of Accell Power Dot surge protector and have three outlets and four USB ports to power other devices.
Bowers & Wilkins to offer Signature versions of its 700-series loudspeakers
Signature versions of the floor-standing 702 and stand-mount 705 feature upgraded crossovers and components, plus high-end cabinet finishes.
Ring Solar Steplight review: Bigger, better, brighter
An integrated solar panel keeps the battery in this smart lighting device perpetually topped off.