Caroline Preece
Caroline is the smart home ecommerce editor for Livingetc, covering everything tech for the home, from smart speakers to air purifiers and everything in between. She is passionate about the role that technology and smart devices can play in daily life, enhancing the home without sacrificing personal style and carefully chosen interiors. In her spare time, she can be found tinkering with bulbs, soundbars, and video doorbells in an effort to automate every part of her small home. Previously, she lent her expertise to the likes of Expert Reviews, IT Pro, Coach, The Week, and more.
Latest articles by Caroline Preece
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How to set up Airtags: a step by step guide to getting started
Got your hands on some Airtags? Here's our guide on how to set them up so you'll never lose your keys again
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Is 4K good enough for an 85-inch TV? We take a look
Is it worth getting an 85 inch TV with 8K? It could be a costly decision, so we dig into the details
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Best 8K TV: our pick of the best next-gen TV models
The best 8K TVs are becoming more and more popular, and we have chosen our favorites amongst the current crop
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Switchbot Curtain Rod 2 review: automated curtains without the hefty price tag
Curtains that open with just a command but don't require a complete refit, thanks to Switchbot's handy device
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How big should your TV be based on room size?
Dealing with a small space? We advise on how to choose the ideal TV size for your home
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Choosing the best TV for a bright room - everything you should look out for
We look at the ways to ensure you can still enjoy your TV in a sun-filled room
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How to find the best TV viewing angle for your space
Struggling to achieve the perfect TV-to-sofa arrangement? We explore how to find the ideal viewing angles for your space
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How often should you replace your TV? We dig into the key things to consider
Thinking of swapping out your TV? Ask yourself these questions before deciding
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Tech under $100 that will make the perfect last-minute gift
We unveil some of our favorite and top-rated tech gift ideas for less than $100
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Nest Doorbell Wired vs. Battery: which Google device should you choose?
With the announcement of the Nest Video Doorbell Wired (Gen 2), we take a look at how Google's devices compare
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Sonos Roam vs Roam SL: how do the portable speakers differ?
We compare the Sonos Roam and Roam SL to shed light on which one would be the better choice
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Nest Smart Thermostat review: your heating, but smarter
We test the Nest Smart Thermostat, upgrading our heating for the smart home era
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What is so great about air fryers, and do you need to get one?
The small kitchen appliance is all the rage right now, but what is it about air fryers that makes them such a must-have?
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Samsung Frame vs Serif: which lifestyle TV should you choose?
We compare our two most lusted-after lifestyle TVs from Samsung, to see which most deserves a spot in your home
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Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen): is it still worth buying?
Is the oldest Echo Dot still worth adding to your smart home set-up?
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Echo Dot 5th Gen: Amazon's newest smart speakers explained
We compare the newly announced 5th Gen Amazon devices to their 4th Gen predecessors
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Crosley Voyager Record Player review: a budget vinyl player that looks the part
We test the Crosley Voyager record player to see whether it sounds as authentic as it looks
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Ring Video Doorbell 4 review: is Ring's newest basic doorbell worth the money?
Is the Ring Video Doorbell 4 worth the extra cash? We try out the smart device to see how it compares to older models.
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Ring Video Doorbell 3 review: a solid upgrade drowned out by competition?
We test the Ring Video Doorbell 3 to see if it can stand out against older and newer models from the brand
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Cyber Monday TV deals LIVE: the lowest prices and best places to buy our favorite brands
We're hunting down the very best Cyber Monday TV deals as they happen on Samsung, Sony, LG, and more
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Black Friday TV deals LIVE: the lowest prices and best places to buy our favorite brands
We're hunting down the very best Black Friday TV deals as they happen, on Samsung, Sony, LG and more
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Stop losing things! You can get 4 Apple AirTags for 22% less at Best Buy this Cyber Monday
The four-pack of AirTags is $26 cheaper than when bought individually at the retailer today
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We gave the Sonos Beam soundbar 5-stars, and now it's $90 off for Cyber Monday
We love the 2nd Gen Sonos Beam, and now you can get the compact soundbar for less
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Cyber Monday is a fantastic time to find Sonos speaker deals - here are the best ones
Grab a bargain on a Sonos speaker this Cyber Monday, with everything from smart speakers to surround sound bundles on sale
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