Security is a major reason why people are adopting smart home technology. Not only do digital locks and cameras help monitor comings and goings, but sensors can help save homes and valuables in times of crisis or potential disaster The Canary All-in-One Home Security Device and the Piper Night Vision Security Camera and Monitor are two of the current leaders when it comes to … [Read more...] about Stuck Between the Canary vs Piper? Read This Comparison!
Thinking Cleaner Faceplate Review – Smartify Your Roomba!
The early generation Roombas might be smart cleaners, but they plod their way around the home in their own quiet little world, requiring local user input to do anything out of their schedule. Only the latest Roomba 980 model (see my full review here) from iRobot incorporates WiFi to add an extra level of remote control and management from a smartphone app. The Thinking … [Read more...] about Thinking Cleaner Faceplate Review – Smartify Your Roomba!
Canary Review – The Canary Home Security System
Canary is a new company to the home security market. Its first product was crowdfunded on the Indiegogo site, raising almost $2 million, helping to bring the Canary Home Security Device to life. It comes about from the founders’ background in security, and a desire to create something different for the home market. How serious are they about security? Well, their open … [Read more...] about Canary Review – The Canary Home Security System
OceanSwipe Aquarium Cleaner – Cleaning with the Fishes
Cleaning a fish tank is certainly one of the more difficult tasks. We've already reviewed the RoboSnail which aimed to solve a similar problem. However, there is a new - possibly better - solution on the way... Kickstarter and other crowd funding sources are highly popular with smart home and niche technology firms. OceanSwipe 360 is one such example, with its novel … [Read more...] about OceanSwipe Aquarium Cleaner – Cleaning with the Fishes
The Roomba 630 vs 790 – Any Meaningful Differences?
In our latest battle of the Roombas, we compare the venerable 630 and the more recent 790, both of which have some useful features depending on your needs. While the newer 790 may have more cleaning bells and whistles, they are both designed for homes with pets, which may be a must on the tick box list for those with shaggy or furry friends. There’s also quite a price … [Read more...] about The Roomba 630 vs 790 – Any Meaningful Differences?
WeMo Light Switch Review – A Good Automated Lighting Solution?
Belkin continues to move away from being seen as a PC accessories company, largely famous for its WiFi routers, docks and computer cabling. With its new focus in and around the smart home market, with a range of lighting, automation, and home security products, it is looking to extend its brand. In this WeMo light switch review, we'll look at whether it's worth the hype, or … [Read more...] about WeMo Light Switch Review – A Good Automated Lighting Solution?
The WeMo vs Wink Smart Home Control Systems
If you're just getting into the world of smart home connectivity, WeMo and Wink are two potential options. WeMo provides convenient control over your appliances and home electronics right from your mobile device. While you can manage your house through WeMo when you're actually home you can also control your electronics and appliances even when you're not at home. The … [Read more...] about The WeMo vs Wink Smart Home Control Systems
A Blumoo Smart Remote Review – Pros and Cons
The world has been waiting for a true universal remote. Many have tried, most have failed. Some remotes use codes that fail to recognize or work with at least one product in your home entertainment set up. Other systems use dongles to replicate the IR beams, and they can be hit or miss too. Blumoo claims to succeed where others have failed, or at least mildly annoyed … [Read more...] about A Blumoo Smart Remote Review – Pros and Cons
The Honeywell Wireless Lynx Touch Review: Pros and Cons
Home automation technology is becoming increasingly popular among consumers, whether these individuals consider themselves to be tech-savvy or not. Everything from smart thermostats to refrigerators that notify you when the door has been left open are finding their way into homes around the country and around the world. One of the latest trends in home automation has been … [Read more...] about The Honeywell Wireless Lynx Touch Review: Pros and Cons
Petcube Review – The Best WiFi Camera for Pets?
There are a host of nanny cams you can use to keep an eye on your pets as they laze away the day, or trash your house when you’ve left them alone too long. But the Petcube goes one step better. Not only is it a HD video monitor with speaker so you can talk to your pet, but it also comes with a laser beam that can help create interactive games to keep the pet occupied and … [Read more...] about Petcube Review – The Best WiFi Camera for Pets?