Security, whether at home or at your place of business, is on the top of everybody's list of priorities. A home security camera is one of the best tools to make your home or office more secure. This is probably the reason why there has been an influx of security cameras entering the market. One of these is Flir FX. But with a price tag (see here) really worth it? Flir FX … [Read more...] about Flir FX Review – Is this Smart Security Cam Worth the Price Tag?
Honeywell Lyric Leak and Freeze Detector Review: All You Need to Know
Many homes have a smoke detector, dumb or smart, thanks to insurance advice, safety campaigns or plain common sense. But leak detectors are a newer, and fast growing market, as homes suffer more from extreme climate changes, ageing pipework or other issues that could see water wrecking properties. Latest to the market is Lyric, Honeywell’s smart home brand, with its … [Read more...] about Honeywell Lyric Leak and Freeze Detector Review: All You Need to Know
Neato to Bring New Budget Robot Vacuums Soon – D3 and D5
Berlin’s IFA 2016 home technology trade show event is home to a lot of smart home innovation. However, in fields where the technology is already pretty mature, all that’s left to do is widen ranges, produce budget models and wait for the next big thing. Neato is following that trend, one year after launching its last big step forward with the Connected Botvac model. 2016 … [Read more...] about Neato to Bring New Budget Robot Vacuums Soon – D3 and D5
Ooma Telo Review: The Best Smart Phone Automation System?
Most people try out an Internet telephone service and are immediately turned off because they experience choppy connection, where they cannot clearly hear a single sentence that the other party is saying. While technology has advanced such that this becomes less of a problem, voice over Internet protocol services are still seen as unreliable. Such services are still seen as … [Read more...] about Ooma Telo Review: The Best Smart Phone Automation System?
AeroGarden 7 Review – Does This Indoor Smart Garden Actually Work?
For all our obsessions with smart homes and increasing use of technology, there’s a certain instinct for people to grow things; either to remain closer to nature or just have something green indoors. But why struggle with the messy combination of soil and water, when technology can help out? Enter the AeroGarden 7 - a mess-free way to enjoy a spot of cultivation and benefit … [Read more...] about AeroGarden 7 Review – Does This Indoor Smart Garden Actually Work?
The Samsung Smart Cam HD Pro Review You’ll Love
Samsung has been producing smart home devices for a couple of years now, since its acquisition of SmartThings (link to website)Â for around $200 million. However, now the reality of smart homes, and the use cases are becoming clear, the South Korean company is ramping up the awareness as it tries to become a serious part of the intelligent home market. The SmartCam was one … [Read more...] about The Samsung Smart Cam HD Pro Review You’ll Love
The Best Smart LED Bulbs on the Market Now
Smart light bulbs and the technology to control them are available from a fast growing range of makers and brands, with a confusing array of hubs, bulbs and applications. Our guide should help anyone understand what’s on the market and which is the best product for them. Smart lighting started out simply adding remote control features to standard LED bulbs. This quickly … [Read more...] about The Best Smart LED Bulbs on the Market Now
Comparing the Ring vs Skybell Smart Doorbells
Video doorbells (Ring vs Skybell) have proven to be a smart investment for those who put a premium on security and convenience. Finally, homeowners do not have to open their front doors to see who is knocking and can talk to visitors or callers even when they are miles away. Two of the best video doorbells in the market today are Ring Video Doorbell and the SkyBell. Which … [Read more...] about Comparing the Ring vs Skybell Smart Doorbells
Appbot Link Review – The Best Smart Robot Surveillance Camera?
In November 2014, Rachel Metz at the MIT Technology Review (link to website) wrote about the K5 security robot designed by Knightscope. This robot detects anomalous behaviors and reports these to a security center far away. The robotic equivalent of a human security guard, is equipped with sensors, cameras, navigation equipment and electric motors. Frankly, it sounds like … [Read more...] about Appbot Link Review – The Best Smart Robot Surveillance Camera?
Reviewing the iLife V5s – What’s to Like and What Isn’t
The Roomba has been the most recognizable name when it comes to robot vacuum cleaners. Newcomers and challengers to the throne would need to have something special for consumers to take notice. But because most people find the Roombas expensive, other robot vacuums try to offer the same features and the same level of functionality at a more affordable price. ILIFE V5s is … [Read more...] about Reviewing the iLife V5s – What’s to Like and What Isn’t