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Gradient lighting offers multiple colors at once, ideal for mood lighting.

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Enhanced sound quality compared to older Echo Dot models.

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Elevates TV watching with immersive lighting that mirrors on-screen colors.

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Maps your home for precise cleaning.

Adjustable brightness and color effects.

Works seamlessly with Alexa and Google Home.

Hi everybody! I have been looking at posts on narcs and narc abuse on here and if has really helped me out a lot. I am currently struggling with my situation and need some advice/support. I met a narc last year, everything seemed to good to be true. Love bombing, always texting calling and taking me on dates. Everything changed when someone warned me about him out in public in front of him and who he is. This caused a conflict with us and the love bombing seized. he would tell me that everything is okay and i can come and talk. He would set a time limit on me and kick me out after that. he would then text me like everything was fine and we hung out again and after that he completely ghosted me for one week. He came back and texted me a week later laughing about the ghosting and acting like nothing had happened. he continued to text me ( not like in the beginning) make plans with me, then on the day of the plans he would just ghost me. One day he would act interested the next silence. i contacted him a month later and he acted like nothing happened. He was on a vacation and sent me a picture of another woman ( someone he allegedly met on the trip) to strike a reaction but i never gave him one. After the trip he came to my place and was extremely rude, accusing me of going on dates with a bunch of men. The next day he accused me of being an alcoholic and that he wanted nothing to do with me but said well maybe we can be "friends" then ghosted me i assumed at this point it was over and i would never hear from him again. He contacted me on the holiday a month later acting like everything was great. We ended up hanging out a month or so later and when we hung out it went well, i thought things were going in the right direction. after we hung out.. silence. I would try to text him and if he replied it would be very short then he just stopped replying. He ghosted me for almost three months. I thought he was done this time and of course he popped up again like nothing happened. At this point i was getting sick of if so i questioned him as to why he dissapeared and always does this. Of course he had some sob story about a injury and family member dying of cancer. I felt pity for him and he gave me an apology.. so i took him back stupidly. things seemed to be going smooth for a couple months, of course until his family member died and his injury got better he never contacted me and was distant. Menawhile, i was there for him during the difficult time for him. He lied to me about the funeral and never wanted to chat. I was chasing him and he would always claim nothing was wrong but when i said i thought he used me when he was down he could not handle it and would always tell me he didnt care and to go away. I would get so upset i would try texting him to work it out he would barelt respond and if he did he would not be nice about it. we did hang out a couple times after that, he would ignore me after. One day i was like hey i think you are seeing someone else, and i was like well ixam seeing someone so no problem if you are he said " buy bye good luck with your new guy stop contacting me" i was devastated and tried to get into contact with him for weeks then i just gave up and accepted it was over. He ended up contacting me a month later acting like everything was fine. He wanted to go out and have drinks i told him i would. He and i both seemed to have a great time. He ends up ignoring me again. I kept texting him trying to figure out what was wrong. He kept saying everything was fine and i said ok can we hang out again? He said maybe i was like why? He just kept saying maybe … our last conversation we had… i said what is wrong ? He said nothing is wrong everything is fine. I asked him why he keeps saying maybe. He said " maybe but i dont want to see you right now" i said why? He saix " im just not feeling it, if i wanted to date i would" i said why did you contact me less then a week ago wanting to go out? He said i didnt.. even though he did. So i said should i just move on or what? He said whatever you want to do. So i said that he was really confusing me and asked him if he had anything more to say before i move on? My messages were turning green so i panicked he blocked me and reacted irrationally. I said " omg did you block me? My messages are not going through. Even texted him on my work phone asking what was up. And called him twice ( please dont judge me i know it is pathetic i never was this type of girl before him) so he replied and said " Ok I'll block you now" then immedietly blocked me. He has never blocked me before since I have met him he will just ghost. Is this ths final discard aka " grand finale? Did i just push him too far? this has upset me so much its hard to even function.

Long-lasting battery.

Keeps your coffee or tea at the perfect temperature for hours.

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Automates opening and closing based on schedules, sunlight, or voice commands.

Automatically empties its mop tank and refills with clean water.

Price: ~$89.

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A robotic vacuum and mop with self-cleaning capabilities.

Syncs with movies, games, and music via the Philips Hue app.

Price: ~$129.

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Combines a smart display with video calling and smart home control.

Adaptive learning for temperature preferences.

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Price: ~$99.

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Compatible with Matter, Alexa, and Google Assistant.

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3D-shaped hexagonal panels with RGBIC lighting for stunning wall designs.

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Features gesture control to play or pause music with hand signals.

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9. Yeedi Mop Station Pro

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Price: ~$79.

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Sleek design that blends into any modern space.

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Customizable routines for automated tasks.

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Has a physical privacy shield that covers the lens when you’re home.

Transforms regular curtains into smart curtains in minutes.

Remote sensors for whole-home temperature control.

Long battery life and discreet design.

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Works with popular voice assistants.

Start with Hubs: Devices like the Amazon Echo or Samsung SmartThings Station help unify your gadgets.

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New vibrant color options like lavender bloom.

Best for Security: Arlo Essential Indoor Camera – Privacy-focused and reliable.

Price: ~$249.

Auto-lock and remote control via app.

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Price: ~$499.

Works with Alexa, Google Home, and Siri Shortcuts.

1. Amazon Echo Pop (2024)

Fits seamlessly into standard deadbolts without bulky hardware.

Connects to your phone to set and monitor the temperature.

A compact, privacy-focused security camera with excellent video quality.

Compatible with Nest cameras and thermostats.

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Perfect for behind TVs, under cabinets, or along walls.

A compact hub that brings all your smart devices under one ecosystem.

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Price: ~$39.99.

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A compact and stylish smart speaker that offers Alexa’s full functionality.

8. Samsung SmartThings Station

Price: ~$329.

Price: ~$99.

Includes a camera for real-time color syncing.

Price: ~$229.

Price: ~$149.

Upgrading your living space with smart home gadgets not only adds convenience but also makes your home feel futuristic and more efficient. Here are some of the coolest new smart home devices in 2024 that are worth considering:

Acts as a smart home hub, controlling lights, thermostats, and more.

Includes an air quality monitor and works with Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant.

Rechargeable battery with long life.

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5. Arlo Essential Indoor Camera

A sleek smart lock that supports Apple HomeKey for unlocking with your iPhone or Apple Watch.

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Best for Lighting: Govee Glide Hexa Pro Light Panels – Creative and customizable.

Best for Comfort: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium – Saves energy and keeps you cozy.

Integrated with Google Assistant for voice control.

1080p HD video with night vision.

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Bluetooth speaker functionality.

Handles carpets and hard floors effortlessly.

Integrated wireless charging pad for phones and wearables.

2. Google Nest Hub Max

Highly customizable layouts and colors.

Functions as a photo frame, streaming hub, and control center.

Voice control via Alexa or Google Assistant.

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Saves energy while keeping your home comfortable.

Future-Proof: Look for devices with Matter support for better interoperability.

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Sleek, minimalist design.

Price: ~$199.

Supports Matter-enabled devices for future-proofing.

Syncs with music or gaming for immersive effects.