Caroline Preece
Caroline was formerly 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 technology and smart devices and their role 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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Bang & Olufsen Beoplay A1 (2nd Gen) review
We review the smallest portable smart speaker from luxury brand Bang & Olufsen
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Up your streaming game this Black Friday with 50% off a Firestick 4K
Amazon has knocked the price of its 4K streaming stick down to just $25 ahead of Black Friday
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Don't wait for Black Friday - this JBL 5.1 surround sound bar is $300 cheaper today
We're gearing up for Black Friday sales, but you can get a head start with this surround sound deal from Amazon
By Caroline Preece Published
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Is it better to get a smart TV or a streaming device?
We look at the pros and cons of getting an inexpensive streaming device over a new smart TV
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Apple HomePod Mini review: how does Apple's affordable smart speaker measure up?
We test the HomePod Mini to see if the budget speaker is worth locking in to Apple's world of smart home devices
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Is a 40 inch TV big enough? Your guide to deciding whether to get a smaller set
Your guide on how big to go when choosing a second TV or small space set
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Sonos Beam (Gen 2) review
Sonos has upgraded its original compact soundbar offering, and we tested it to see whether the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) could live up to our lofty expectations
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LG QP5 Eclair Soundbar review
We test the LG QP5 Eclair soundbar, a compact option with some serious audio power
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Majority K2 Soundbar review
Boost your audio and get a tree planted in your name with the Majority K2 Soundbar and subwoofer set
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Chromecast with Google TV review: the ultimate entertainment solution for Nest households
We test the newest iteration of Chromecast, now with Google TV built-in
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Sky Stream review: the saviour overwhelmed TV addicts have been waiting for?
We test the Sky Stream, the UK entertainment giant's answer to a multi-platform streaming device
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Sky Glass: what is it, and how much does it cost?
Sky Glass has caught people's attention with the release of a new dish-free TV, but will it catch on?
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Cozy movie night, anyone? The Samsung Freestyle projector is $300 cheaper right now
You can save big on the Samsung Freestyle projector in Amazon's pre-Black Friday sale
By Caroline Preece Published
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Our pick of the best Alexa compatible speakers, soundbars, and more to pair with your smart home
We choose the best Alexa compatible speakers to boost your smart home's audio
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The best French presses for rich, delicious coffee on demand
Our pick of the best and most beautiful french press coffee makers for your kitchen
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Samsung's huge 75 inch TV is suddenly on sale for less than $600
Christmas and Black Friday has come early as Samsung's TU690T is on sale for $580 - an amazing deal for a 75-inch 4K TV
By Caroline Preece Published
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Our pick of the best door wreaths to make the most of (the rest of) fall
We've chosen our favorite fall door wreaths to adorn your front doors for autumn
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12 beautiful smart home devices that will blend into your decor
Here is our pick of some of the most stylish smart devices for your home
By Caroline Preece Published
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Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore review: an impressive outdoor speaker from the luxury brand
We review the Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore, testing the outdoor speaker's battery life, design and audio quality
By Caroline Preece Published
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Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin review: a thoroughly modern Alexa speaker
We test the Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin to see whether its audio could be as striking as its design
By Caroline Preece Published
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Best smart thermostat: the best digital controls to keep your home at the perfect temperature
The best smart thermostats for year-round seamless control over your heating, cooling and more
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We gave the eufy Security Video Doorbell Dual 5 stars - and now it's $80 cheaper
The eufy Video Doorbell Dual scored top marks for us, and now Amazon has slashed the price by 31%
By Caroline Preece Published
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Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3 review: a deceptively simple soundbar offering
We test the Bowers & Wilkins Panorama 3, a soundbar that wants to be your all-in-one home theater solution
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TOUCAN TVD200WUC Wireless Video Doorbell review
By Caroline Preece Published