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2-Pk. Sterilite 40 Gal XL Wheeled Plastic Storage Bin W/ Latch Lid & Handle $35 + Free S/H
Slickdeals lists a two-pack of Sterilite 40-gallon wheeled storage bins for $35 with free shipping; retailer and offer terms are unclear.
I’m Not Throwing Away My Halloween Pumpkins This Year – Here Are 7 Things I’ll Be Doing Instead
A gardening guide offers seven alternatives to binning Halloween pumpkins, from saving seeds and composting to making a temporary bird feeder.
Everything I Set Up In My First Month With An all-Matter Smart Home — And What Still Doesn’t Work
A Matter Alpha report details a month-long smart-home setup, including lighting, switches and sensors, and the features that still fell short.
7 Smart Home Devices That Are Better With Thread
A Matter Alpha report explains how Thread can suit lights, sensors, locks, blinds and controllers, while noting that features vary by model.
Lowe’s Adds To Their Mini Collection With Teeny Trash Can
Lowe’s lists a 12-ounce Project Source Teeny trash can for $3, with a lid and a food-safe label. Its practical uses and availability remain unclear.
14 Best Smart Plugs for Halloween Decorations in 2027
Compare 14 smart plugs for Halloween decorations, from outdoor multi-outlet stakes to compact indoor plugs, with picks for different setups.
Baseus’ New 4K Security Camera Turns Your Window Into A No-drill Monitoring Setup
Baseus has launched the $69.99 PrimeSentinel W1, a 4K camera that mounts to windows without drilling and is designed to monitor outdoors through glass.
15 Best Robot Window Cleaning Vacuums for Easier Glass Care in 2027
Compare 15 robot window cleaning vacuums by navigation, spray systems, size, safety features, and ease of use to find the right fit for your windows.
Quartz Countertops May Be On Their Way Out—Here’s What’s Replacing Them
Designers quoted by House Beautiful say interest in quartz is shifting toward natural stone and porcelain, but no nationwide phaseout is confirmed.
