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Top Home Tech News from 2014, and What to Look Forward to in 2015
International CES, held every January in Las Vegas, is more than a tradeshow: It's a cultural phenomenon in which consumers, press, and companies converge to learn about the newest technology that will shape our lives. Stay tuned all week as Dwell reports from CES, and in the meantime, take a look at our top home tech picks since last year's show.
Wireless AC750 Dual Band Cloud Router by D-Link, $80
Fast and robust enough for Web browsing, HD video streaming, and online gaming, the 802.11ac device operates at 433 megabits per second (Mbps) on the 5GHz band and 300 Mbps on the 2.4GHz. The vibrant package is a welcome change from dowdy routers.
The Food Cycler by Food Cycle Science, $530
In urban environments, composting can be a challenge—it takes time and space and frequently yields a malodorous aroma. Enter the Food Cycler: In as little as three hours, it quietly turns food scraps into soil without the hassle, mess, or olfactory offenses associated with traditional methods.
The familiar thermostat design can be used without the app, as well. Like previous Honeywell thermostats, turning the exterior wheel changes the temperature, and an audible click indicates each degree of change. The all-white exterior uses motion sensors to light up with control displays, and then dim when you walk away.
While the ultraviolet disinfection technology may not be a necessity, keeping a humidifier clean is vital. In other models, that requires scrubbing any part that contacts water to keep bacteria from forming and being distributed into the air. By treating the reserve water, the Dyson will move only clean fluid.
The cup's 13-ounce interior tracks your consumption and issues suggestions accordingly—for example, once you input your height, weight, gender, and other metrics, the Vessyl will tell you how much water you need for a day’s worth of hydration. If you’re hitting the soft drinks, it’ll show how much sugar you’ve consumed as well.