Based on the ever-churning rumor mill, it sounds like 2026 is going to be a banner year for tech fans. That said, I still found a bunch of great gear in 2025 to tide me over from Apple Home devices to chargers. Some of my favorite devices to release in 2025 2025 didn't end up being "Year of the Smart Home" as I initially hoped it would be. Apple punted its next-generation version of Siri till 2026, along with its much-discussed phantom smart display. Accessory makers weren't held back though, with a ton of new smart home devices launching. Despite a growing list of favorites, I managed to try to winnow things down to a few mass-appeal items that I think stood above the rest. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums