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After launching the PS-HX500 a few years ago, Sony is back with a new vinyl player in the PS-LX310BT. Featuring Bluetooth for connection to a wireless speaker, soundbar or headphones, this is a record player with accessibility and convenience in mind, bringing the barrier for those looking to get into the world of vinyl.

The Vestemi Radbot is different from other smart radiator valves I’ve reviewed: there’s no app, no voice control of the likes of Amazon Alexa, and no boiler control. It even looks like a traditional “dumb” radiator thermostat. So, what’s the point? In short, simplicity.

Arguably, smart displays giver a fuller, more rounded experience than their voice-only counterparts, but they can be expensive, and then you have to try and find the right place to put them so that you can see the screen. With the Lenovo Smart Clock, the approach is slightly different. Rather than trying to introduce a new device to your home, it’s designed to replace your bedside clock.

One of the most frustrating things about building a smart home is finding a way to automate and control everything centrally. It’s a problem that Samsung SmartThings has been trying to fix for years, but the last product and app felt a bit techy and a little overcomplicated for many to use.