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Medicine cabinet organizers The 7-inch iDesign Linus Medicine Cabinet Organizer has well-sized cubbies to fit long tubes but doesn’t occupy too much space. Photo: Alex Arpaia This is the best organizer we’ve found for holding toiletries of all sizes. Its…
When you think about sleep supplements, you probably automatically think of melatonin. It’s undoubtedly the most popular. However, melatonin doesn’t work for everyone. For some, it gives them bizarre dreams or leaves them feeling groggy the next day. If that…
The Nothing Phone 3A Pro is cut from the same cloth as the rest of London-based Nothing’s handsets. This midrange Android phone packs solid specs and a suite of flashing LED lights and tops it off with an affordable price…
Red light therapy has recently exploded in popularity, with TikTok influencers sharing their experiences with at-home devices while spas and wellness centers add services. More clinical trials are needed to confirm the full effectiveness, but emerging evidence supports using red…
With the climate crisis growing more dire, the weather has been wild lately. While air conditioners are one of the most common ways to cool homes, there may be another, more energy-efficient way to cool down. Although most people don’t think of…
Nasha Addarich Martínez/CNET When we think about working out, we often think about training our bodies. But is it possible to enhance brain fitness? Cognitive fitness is a growing topic in wellness, especially as research suggests that early interventions like lifestyle changes can help slow mental…
Marki Williams/NYT Wirecutter Top pick These meals are lightweight, portable, and easy to store and prepare. The brand’s 30-year guarantee leads the category, and these meals compared well in our taste tests. The meals in the Mountain House Just in…
To try a new mattress in a store, sit and lie on it, just as you would if it were in your home. Emily Hlavac Green/NYT Wirecutter Whether you’re shopping in a store or trying out a mattress you purchased…
Update, April 2: CNET’s Big Spring Sale coverage has ended. Some of the deals below may continue to be available for a time, but we’re no longer updating this page. Prices and availability are subject to change. Amazon’s Big Spring…
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If you have an expansive home and don’t mind a larger sensor: Consider the YoLink YS7804 motion sensor, the YoLink YS8003 temperature sensor, or the YoLink YS7704 door sensor. YoLink’s sensors were highly responsive throughout our testing, and in our…
Outdoor security cameras Photo: Michael Hession The worry: You dread the prospect of being woken at midnight and having to arm yourself with a flashlight to go investigate whatever (or whoever) it is that’s causing a ruckus by the back…
75% Our former top pick, the Epomaker TH80 Pro, has been discontinued. It’s still a great keyboard, with a white case, thick keycaps, and the same features as the Keychron V1 Max. But you have to download Epomaker’s less-intuitive software…
I don’t like surprises, especially the kind that cost me money. Our sump pump failed one winter during a flash thaw, but I didn’t find out about it until several inches of water ruined the electronics, books, and furniture in…
This is not a comprehensive list of all the lights and lanterns we’ve tested. We have removed any models that have been discontinued or no longer meet our requirements. Packable lights The BioLite AlpenGlow 500 is super-compact and portable. It…
Swanning around Baggu Made of machine-washable recycled ripstop nylon, this sturdy and sweet bag has a small interior pocket, a zippered top, and a swan beak on the padded strap. Your mom surely has a work-friendly tote or practical handbag…
Avanchy Stainless Steel Suction Baby Bowl Michael Hession/NYT Wirecutter Top pick This stainless steel bowl has a removable suction-cup base and a lid for saving leftovers. When it comes to feeding kids, durable and easy-to-clean stainless steel accessories are hard…
For anyone who’s thought of taking a try at running an Airbnb, smart devices are practically non-negotiable. With a modest investment in the right collection of gadgets, you can monitor your property in real time in a number of useful,…
An iPhone SE with an iOttie Universal MagSafe Ring Adapter (right) and phone case. Sarah Witman/NYT Wirecutter The most widely available option is a magnetic ring adapter, which is exactly what it sounds like: a ring of magnets with adhesive…
Photo: Connie Park This sometimes-banned classic puberty book offers a wide-ranging, matter-of-fact discussion about bodies and sex. A longtime favorite, this illustrated book walks girls through caring for the body as it changes. It covers everything from bra shopping to…