Use smart tech to put the “trick” in trick-or-treat

Plus: How to clean a sofa, the best extension cords, and more [Use smart tech to make Halloween extra-spooky]( [A smart voice assistant next to a pumpkin and Halloween decorations.]( Michael Hession If you already own smart tech, it’s easy to get creative and turn your home into a terrifying nightmare for unsuspecting trick-or-treaters. Use smart lights to bathe your entryway in bloodcurdling lighting or a speaker to turn a jack-o’-lantern into a screaming head. [Here are some of our staffers’ favorite tricks.]( When you buy through our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. [Learn more ›]( More ways to celebrate Halloween [A pumpkin and a string of orange lights.] Michael Hession [Our favorite tools for a tricked-out Halloween]( From the best pumpkin-carving knife to a convincing set of fake fangs, here’s everything you’ll need to [celebrate the creepiest night of the year in style](. [Board games to play at home on Halloween (or any other night)]( Recover from your candy binge by rounding up a group of friends for some [spooky board games](. Don’t worry—we included some milder options for the faint of heart. [Our favorite Halloween candy]( As you pass out candy to costumed kids this year, remember to save a couple of sweets for yourself. These are the [Halloween treats]( that Wirecutter staffers love the most. [More this week]( [Two under-desk footrests, one with a pair of slippers on top.]( [Footrests to make sitting at your desk more comfortable]( It’s hard to sit ergonomically at your desk. If you can’t keep your feet flat on the ground while typing with your arms parallel to the floor, [you need a footrest](. [ A blue fabric sofa between two end tables in a room setting.]( [How to clean a sofa]( Your sofa is one of the most high-traffic areas in your home, so you should be [cleaning it regularly](. Just 10 minutes of vacuuming a week can dramatically extend its life. [Five extension cords in a row.]( [The best extension cords for your home and garage]( As you start decorating your home for the holidays, resist the temptation to grab any cheap extension cord off the shelf—[our picks]( are far easier and safer to use. [Three digital photo frames displaying pictures of dogs.]( [The best digital photo frame you might already have]( People have a lot of screens in their lives. But if you’ve recently upgraded from an older tablet, you might consider using it as [a digital photo frame](. [This week's best deals]( [The Allswell Luxe Hybrid Mattress–Queen.]( [Allswell Luxe Hybrid Mattress – Queen]( [Deal price: $506]( | Street price: $675 Use code WC25 It’s impossible to find one mattress that works for everybody. You should choose your mattress based on a number of factors, such as weight, sleep style, and budget. Our test panel really liked the Allswell Luxe Hybrid as an under-$1,000 memory-foam option. Many testers remarked that it felt like a higher-end mattress, noting its cushy top and overall support and springiness. [Buy now from Allswell]( [The OXO Steel Salad Spinner.]( [OXO Steel Salad Spinner]( [Deal price: $32]( | Street price: $50 Use code LOW50 This salad spinner will wash, dry, and dress your salad greens, and it can also double as an elegant serving bowl. It features an impressive spin mechanism, drying performance, and basket construction. The OXO is also very stable, thanks to the heft of the stainless steel and its rubber-coated base. [Buy now from Macy's]( [The ThermoWorks Thermapen One.]( [ThermoWorks Thermapen One]( [Deal price: $91]( | Street price: $105 Most people don’t need to spend over $100 on a meat thermometer. But if you care deeply about speed, or if you have cooking projects that demand to-the-degree accuracy, the ThermoWorks Thermapen One is the easy choice. It was the fastest and most accurate instant-read thermometer we tested. The Thermapen is completely automatic. And with its bright backlight and motion-activated rotating screen, it’s also simple to read. [Buy now from ThermoWorks]( [View email in browser]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for Wirecutter’s Newsletter. Getting too many emails from us? To stop receiving these, [unsubscribe here](. 
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