24 home finds from this year's HGTV Smart Home we're currently eyeing, starting at $30
Colorful smart speaker: Amazon Echo Pop
Minimalist bed frame: Article Basi Bed Frame
Playable wall art: Archtwain Wall Games Playable Football Decor The HGTV Smart Home 2025 is officially move-in ready, and the fully furnished San Antonio abode features all the bells and whistles you'd hope to see, plus some unexpected surprises (cold plunge anybody?). But the excitement doesn't just end with a new house. This year's HGTV Smart Home Sweepstakes winner will also be walking away with a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Plug-In Hybrid SUV and $100,000 in cash.
Are you wondering what to expect inside and outside the home? Honestly, we don't blame you. We got a sneak peek at this year's smart home and pulled together some of our favorite products, which includes some items we love and have tested, like the Samsung Frame TV, so you can shop the actual picks for yourself even if you don't win the sweepstakes.
To see how everything came together, check out this tour of the home given by this year's HGTV Smart Home designer Poonam Moore. You have until May 23 to enter the Sweepstakes — good luck!
Samsung 43-Inch The Frame
We've reviewed both the 2021 version of this TV and the 2024 version (which is featured in the home), so we can't say we're surprised that it's earned a spot in this year's smart home. With its beautiful design and large gallery of artwork that can be displayed when it's not in use, Samsung's The Frame TV has continued to impress us with how effortlessly it transforms blank walls and spaces. Read our review
Simplehuman Rechargeable Sensor Soap Pump
CNN Underscored's home and gifts editor Amina Lake Patel has this rechargeable dispenser from Simplehuman, which she uses for both hand soap and hand sanitizer. We love that the design eliminates the need to touch anything, which is especially useful when you're handling things like raw meat.
Zstarr Motorized Smart Blind for Window With Remote Control
With these motorized smart blinds, having to manually close your window blinds is a thing of the past.
Ozarke Rusee Smart Table With Speaker
Far from your standard end table, the Rusee smart table from Ozarke doubles as a Bluetooth speaker and even has a built-in wireless charger, so you can juice up your devices in style. We love the table's simple, modern design, which is perfect for the minimalist at heart.
Amazon Echo Pop
Also making an appearance in this year's smart home? The Amazon Echo Pop, which we love for its budget-friendly price and color selection. We also couldn't help but notice that the Echo Pop isn't the only Amazon device in the home. The clockless version of our favorite budget-speaker, the 5th Generation Echo Dot, is also included.Read our review
Amazon Fire HD 8
With the Amazon Fire HD 8, you can browse the internet or dive into a new book with the touch of a finger. We reviewed an older version of the tablet in 2020 and found it to be well worth the price.
BroadLink IR/RF Smart Home Hub
This smart home hub can be used to control shades, light switches and more within your home. The best part? It's compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa, so you can set up voice prompts.
Huupe Smart Mini Basketball Hoop Game Console
It's easy to see why this basketball hoop game console caught the eye of CNN Underscored senior lifestyle editor Tamara Kraus. Complete with shot and distance tracking, so you can keep a tab on your stats, the Huupe Mini gives you access to tons of subscription-free games, all while letting you stream your favorite music and shows.
Chiltern Velvet Tufted Sofa
Everyone's dream sofa looks different, but regardless of where you imagine kicking your feet up, there's no denying the comfiness factor of this velvet, tufted sofa from Chiltern.
Four Hands Cairo Chair
We couldn't take our eyes off of this upholstered chair from Four Hands, which features wraparound arms and a loose seat cushion. We love that the chair comes in four neutral colors to complement any style.
Article Harmon Checkerboard Side Table
We love a good piece of multi-functional furniture, like Article's Harmon Checkerboard Side Table. The wooden tabletop flips over to reveal a checkerboard and a hidden storage space underneath where you can stash game pieces or other knickknacks.
Avant 76-Inch Metal Articulating Floor Lamp With Fabric Shade
Floor lamps help pull a room together, and we couldn't be more obsessed with this decor pick. It works perfectly in a modern home, like this one, thanks to its unique silhouette and burnished finishing.
OneFortyThree Tablet Stand
Having a tablet stand nearby comes in handy when you need to prop up your iPad or Kindle. We love how design-forward this made-to-order tablet stand is, with its curved shape and rounded brass feet.
Fire Cold Plunge 3.0
Interested in reaping the benefits of cold plunging? This year's smart home features the Fire Cold Plunge 3.0, which has medical-grade lining, ambient lighting in the form of LED lights and slip-proof flooring, so you can go in and out of the tub with confidence.
AllModern Padua Nightstand
As AllModern's Padua Nightstand proves, your bedside table does not have to be boring. The drawer space gives you plenty of room to stash your book, blue-light glasses, nighttime snacks, sleep mask and more, while its top gives you a spot to place your water bottle.
Article Basi Bed Frame
When it comes to bed frames, simple ones can make just as much of a statement in the bedroom. I love the look of this minimalist frame which, depending on the vibes you're going for, can be pushed up against the wall or paired with a nice headboard.
Pottery Barn Bouclé Pillow Cover
Patel said the interior designers she's interviewed have always recommended switching up your pillow covers if you're looking for a quick way to freshen up your space for less. She likes this one from Pottery Barn, which is used in the living room and has a boucle side and a solid flax side.
Lavauk Mango Wood Fruit Bowl
Another one of Patel's picks is this handmade, wooden fruit bowl, which appears in the kitchen of the smart home and can also double as decor.
Archtwain Wall Games Playable Football Decor
We can't imagine a cooler piece of wall art for a gaming room than this handcrafted piece. When mounted, it's an incredible statement piece soccer fans are sure to love. When you pull it down from the wall, it transforms into a fun tabletop-style game for loads of family fun.
Ruggable Outdoor Offset Stripe Black Rug
Ruggable's stylish selection of interchangeable and machine-washable rugs is part of what makes the brand so popular. Case in point: Kraus has several Ruggable rugs throughout her apartment. The deck area outside features this striped one, which helps to cozy up the space.
Ozarke Floating Shoe Shelf
If you thought the soccer wall art was cool, you'll love this unique floating shoe shelf from Ozarke, which Patel thinks is a great piece of decor for shoe lovers. Plus, with Father's Day coming up, she thinks it would make a unique gift for Dad as well.
Aerlo Ceramic Candle Holder Set
Patel loves the look of this candle holder set from Amazon, which she described as 'a unique, easy piece of decor that will make your place look fancy.' This set appears in the kitchen, but we can see it working in other parts of the home, like a bedroom or the living room, as well.
Dupray Air Purifier
If you're concerned about the level of dust and other pollutants in your home, an air purifier is a great buy. This one from Amazon doubles as a planter or an accent table (depending on the version you get), which is what makes it particularly cool in our eyes. It offers real-time air quality monitoring and has fans that can automatically adjust their speed level.
Hiendure 12-Inch Brass Clothes Hanger
Patel loves the functionality of these types of clothes racks, since they give you a place to hang your items when you need it but can fold away when not in use. Though this hanger is used in the laundry room, depending on your needs it can be used in other spaces, too, including outdoors. Where is the HGTV Smart Home 2025 located?
Where is the HGTV Smart Home 2025 located?
This year's HGTV Smart Home is located in San Antonio, Texas.
What happens if you win HGTV Smart Home?
What happens if you win HGTV Smart Home?
In addition to winning the HGTV Smart Home 2025, this year's HGTV Smart Home Sweepstakes winner will also walk away with a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC Plug-In Hybrid SUV and $100,000 in cash.
How does HGTV notify you if you win?
How does HGTV notify you if you win?
For specific information on when the winner of this year's HGTV Smart Home will be chosen and how they will be contacted, please visit and review the rules.
CNN Underscored has a team of writers and editors who have many years of experience testing, researching and recommending products, and they ensure each article is carefully edited and products are properly vetted. We talk to top experts when relevant to make certain we are testing each product accurately, recommending only the best products and considering the pros and cons of each item. For this article, associate lifestyle editor Rachel Dennis, alongside home and gifts editor Amina Lake Patel and senior lifestyle editor Tamara Kraus, curated a list of some of the best home finds featured in this year's HGTV Smart Home.
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It has a similar matte screen, slim mount, and bezel system. That said, it lacks the Frame's One Connect Box, and its viewing angles aren't great. Check price at Amazon Check price at Best Buy What we like Has a matte screen, slim mount, and magnetic bezel Free artwork included Good amount of art mode settings The Hisense CanvasTV is a strong Frame TV competitor, and does a solid job of matching most of the standard Samsung Frame's features and design perks. It has all the essentials that make an art TV an art TV, including a matte screen, support for magnetic bezel attachments, a flush mount, access to digital paintings, and a motion sensor. I also like that Hisense offers a solid assortment of free paintings and photos without a membership. In fact, Hisense doesn't currently offer a premium subscription option. That said, the selection of photography and art prints isn't as wide as what you'd get with Samsung's paid Art Store, so if you're often trying to switch up the mood in your room, you won't have as many options. However, I never had that problem and found more than enough free choices that I liked. The biggest complaint I have about the CanvasTV is that all of its connection ports are built into the back of the display, just like a traditional TV. This is in contrast to Samsung's Frame models, which use a separate connection box. So if you have lots of media devices you want to hook up, you could be left with multiple cables hanging down your wall, which hurts the TV's ability to mimic a framed painting. Of course, you could hide cables with some sort of cover or by feeding them through your wall if you're able to do some drilling, but Samsung's solution is a lot more user-friendly and versatile. On the plus side, I like that the TV comes with a magnetic bezel that looks like a wood frame. You'd have to pay extra for that when buying a Samsung model. However, alternate magnetic bezels are difficult to track down through Hisense or third-party retailers. The most common search results are for those from sellers on Etsy. In contrast, there are tons of styles available for Samsung Frame TVs. In terms of picture quality, there's not much separating the CanvasTV from the standard Frame. The 4K QLED display offers decent pop in both dark and light room conditions with similar brightness capabilities. Watching movies with the basic settings most people will use, I couldn't easily tell a difference between the two products when it came to black levels or color saturation. That said, I did find the CanvasTV's viewing angles to be more limited, especially when watching TV during the day in bright light. 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This means that you might have to deal with multiple wires hanging down your wall if you mount the TV. Sadly, this model is also missing a motion sensor to turn the TV on and off when people are or aren't around. Both the Samsung Frame/Frame Pro and the Hisense Canvas TV have motion sensors. I was also disappointed by the NXTVISION TV's general lack of art customization. You can add a mat to prints, but the aspect ratio of those mat choices is limited and doesn't help a piece of art look any more convincing. Both Hisense and Samsung outdo TCL in this area as well. The TV doesn't come with a stand, but a slim wall mount is included in the box. If you need a stand, TCL sells one with wheels and a rear shelf to hold the remote and small devices like an Apple TV. I was able to test this stand, and it's a nice option. However, this stand is expensive, and I do wish a basic one were included with the TV. General picture quality is similar to that of the standard Frame and Hisense CanvasTV, though this set is a tad dimmer. Its viewing angles are a bit wider than Hisense's TV, though, as I observed at different times of the day. Though there are a few places where TCL's NXTVISION comes up short compared to other art TV options, it's typically the most budget-friendly display of this kind. Sizes range from 55 to 85 inches, and the 55-inch model is often on sale for as low as $698, which undercuts the typical street price of the Frame and CanvasTV. The TCL NXTVISION is best for people who want a stylish TV but only have a passing interest in the art mode. It's a decent art TV on a budget, but its lack of customizations and motion sensor puts it a step below the competition. Art frame TVs compared Samsung Frame Samsung Frame Pro Hisense CanvasTV TCL NXTVISION Typical price (65 inch) $1,800 $2,200 $1,000 $900 Matte screen Yes Yes Yes Yes Flush wall mount Yes Yes Yes Yes Motion sensor Yes Yes Yes No Stand included Yes Yes Yes No Magnetic bezels Yes (sold separately) Yes (sold separately) Yes, teak included Yes, light wood included Separate connection box Yes (wired) Yes (wireless) No No Local dimming No Yes No No Sizes 43 to 65 inches 65 to 85 inches 55 to 85 inches 55 to 85 inches How we test art TVs To find the best frame TVs, we tested all of the major models from Samsung, TCL, and Hisense. We focused on how each display performed as a design-oriented frame TV and paid careful attention to any differences in overall quality and features between them. The primary reason people buy art frame TVs is for their unique design. 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These smashing Galaxy Z Flip 7 wallpapers blend its cameras with the cover screen tastefully
Reddit user whassupbun TL;DR Some people have created exciting cover screen wallpapers for the Galaxy Z Flip 7. These wallpapers incorporate the dual cameras on the Galaxy Z Flip 7. You can download these wallpapers and apply them to your Galaxy Z Flip 7 for free. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 marks a huge upgrade over the last generation. Its new design makes it slimmer, while also increasing the real estate for both the inner and the outer screens, the latter of which now occupies almost the entirety of the front. While the new display is a total upgrade, it also houses the two rear cameras, which stick out and break its continuity. To fix that, a few good folks have created special wallpapers that neatly obfuscate the cameras. Many people have shown their vision through special wallpapers suited to the Galaxy Z Flip 7's cover screen. These wallpapers feature elements that wrap around the cameras, blending them with the background. From screens that feature the protagonist from the monumental PC game franchise Doom to characters from movies such as WALLE-E or minions from Despicable Me series, there are several gripping options. The most stunning creation for me shows the visuals of the Red Dead Redemption's main character, John Marston. The wallpaper not only aligns the cameras fabulously with Marston's double-barreled shotgun but also hides the flash tastefully. Besides that, the curious Kim Jong Un, gearing up to look through a pair of binoculars, is bound to crack a chuckle. Looking at all these creations, I am immediately transported back in time when people tried to conceal the Galaxy S10 series' dual selfie cameras with wallpapers in a similar fashion. Don't want to miss the best from Android Authority? Set us as a preferred source in Google Search to support us and make sure you never miss our latest exclusive reports, expert analysis, and much more. If you want any of these wallpapers on your Galaxy Z Flip 7's cover screen, you can download them from the Reddit posts linked below. I bet you will find these more exciting than the stock wallpapers from the Flip 7, and they will also consume less battery than the animated screens or GIF wallpapers, which you can also apply to the cover screen on a Galaxy Z Flip. You can apply these wallpapers to the Galaxy Z Flip 7's outer screen by going to Settings > Cover screen on the phone. Here, you can either 'Manage' an existing option or add an entirely new screen setup with or without widgets as you prefer. The upgraded cover screen on the Galaxy Z Flip 7 feels terrific, and while it still feels like it could use more love from Samsung, extensions such as Samsung's own MultiStar Good Lock modules make it much more usable than without it. Thanks to Reddit users whassupbun (1), (2), & (3), Downtown-Term-1360, electriclaunch, and OvenGloomy for their creations! Follow
