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When you want to capture some footage—whether in case of an accident or just for your own memories—turn to one of these.

Keeping a fire extinguisher in your home is good defense against small fires, helping you control them before they get out of hand.

Staff Investing in a NOAA weather radio is investing in staying safe and informed even (or especially) if you don’t have access to electricity. Designed specifically to pick up alerts about extreme weather and natural disasters from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, they’re powered by batteries, hand cranks, solar panels, or a combination of the three. Most models have loud alarms and flashing lights. Plus, many of them have extras like AM and FM stations, phone charging po...

Staff Remote-control planes have been around for decades now, but new technology has made them more affordable, more fun, and easier to fly. Some models are small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, and others take a DIY approach by transforming a paper airplane into a controllable aircraft. Experienced flyers can experiment with tricks and flips, while newbies and kids can learn to fly without crashing thanks to safety features. Here are the best RC planes available today (determined by o...

Staff Though many single-use appliances—like the air fryer—are trendy right now, we’d be remiss not to call out the multi-functionality of a great blender in the kitchen. More than just a smoothie station, blenders are also good for pureeing simple sauces or intricate soups, crushing ice for frozen drinks, or sometimes even chopping ingredients as a food processor. Here, we give you some aspects of blenders to keep in mind as you’re buying, followed by our reviews of the best models. B...

Staff Every good wine connoisseur knows that vino is best when stored at temperatures between 45 and 65 degrees F (depending on the wine). But when you have a collection of bottles and no optimal place to store it, you may end up stashing it in places that are too cold (your fridge) or too hot (direct sunlight). Though you certainly don’t need a wine fridge to indulge in the beverage, a properly chilled glass of wine amplifies the experience so you can feel like you’re partaking in a tasti...

Type keyword(s) to search Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. How we test gear. Staff One of these can do the work of seven appliances. Apr 6, 2021 A pressure cooker is the impatient man’s slow cooker, capable of cutting down cooking time by 70 percent. And since they’re handy for making food in bulk, they’re great for large families or meal prepping. What’s more, they can also help cut down on the numb...

Staff Whether you’ve completely dropped cable or not, a streaming device affords another level of flexibility and freedom if you want to keep up with the latest TV shows and movies. The good news is that your options for streaming devices are more capable and affordable than ever, but there are a lot of options, which can make finding one that suits your needs a bit of a challenge. To help you out, we have rounded up some of the best options out there, from the most affordable to premium qu...

Breathe Easier With One of These 10 Best Humidifiers Paige Szmodis © Staff An evaporative or ultrasonic humidifier will defend you from winter’s dry air. Here are the 10 most highly rated and reviewed options from actual users. When temperatures drop, the cool and dry air can wreak havoc on your sinuses and skin. But you don’t have to suffer through chapped lips, nosebleeds, or cracked hands. If the air in your home is persistently dry from running the heat or air conditi...

Type keyword(s) to search Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. How we test gear. The Best Smart Home Hubs to Control All Your Devices Not only can a hub pull the strings of your other IoT tech, many also serve as speakers, displays, and Wi-Fi routers. Jan 25, 2021 If you’re thinking about or beginning to build a smart home ecosystem, you know that the most difficult thing is ensuring that all of your different d...