#small-appliances

#small-appliances

Using the company's SmartVoice technology, the devices react to wake-up words for verbal commands, using built-in microphones. Most of the appliances will also offer a built-in speaker so that they can react audibly to the commands. IAI Smart emphasizes the ease of use that this offers. "Our guiding principle is simple: make smart home technology easier for everyone," said Jason Jiang, CEO of IAI Smart. "Voice control should be effortless, and now it is." And because everything is on-device, personal information never leaves the home.

The second big Amazon sales event of the year has arrived, but the online retail giant isn't the only place you'll find deals this week. In fact, so many sales are running parallel to Prime Big Deals Day, it's hard to keep track. Lucky for you, we've rounded up the best kitchen gear deals of the moment, so all you have to do is click through and purchase-the hard part is deciding what not to buy.

Aldi shoppers should check their kitchens, because about 21,690 Ambiano Cotton Candy Makers have just been recalled for fire risk. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission says the machines' heating elements can ignite sugar if used without the included receptacle. The recall covers both red and teal models with the number 836098 on the bottom of the unit. The machines were sold nationwide at Aldi between August 2024 and September 2024 for about $15.