Home Security

In the old days, home security systems could be very costly and complicated.  You would need to have workmen install the various devices at your home. They would run wires and test to see whether everything is connected.  What’s more, you would have to pay for an expensive monitoring service. Fortunately, there are now DIY security systems that make it easy – and not too … [Read more...] about SimpliSafe vs Abode: Which Smart Security System Will You Love Most?

If you think about it, the current crop of smart home security systems gives you just your old burglar alarm with additional capabilities such as controlling or monitoring the system using your mobile device. As such, you not only get to help secure your home but you get to check in anytime from anywhere. You could also have it work automatically with other devices at … [Read more...] about Best Smart Home Security Systems for 2023

Firmly in the family section of the smart home security camera market, the ThreeC Camera Robot looks like a cute chubby robot. At this price), it is only the size of a hand, and won’t break anyone’s bank. It can be used to keep an eye on the family, pets or what’s going on in a room. Key Features Out of the box comes a 2.4 x 3.4 x 2.8 inch little white robot shape with a … [Read more...] about ThreeC Smart Home Security CCTV IP Camera Robot 960P Wireless Review

There are times when you wish you can see through walls, or have some sort of X-ray vision. Like that time you wanted to know just where you could drill a hole into your wall without hitting a wire or a water pipe, or where the studs are located so you could hammer a nail into the wall for your photo frames. Or perhaps that time you were wondering whether those scratching … [Read more...] about The Full Walabot DIY Review: A Smart Way to See Through Walls

The Noke Padlock was first seen on Kickstarter, where the manufactures positioned it both as a keyless combination lock and the smartest padlock to be made as it lets you know and where your lock was used. The project garnered more than $652,000 from 6,108 backers. So now that it is widely available, how does the Noke Padlock perform? How it works Noke works just like any … [Read more...] about A Smart Padlock to Love: The Full Noke Padlock Review

There are several security cameras that you could buy for your home.  These allow you to take control of your home security and be safer.  These security cameras also help you keep an eye on things when you are away. Two of the best indoor security cameras you can buy right now are Arlo Q and Nest Cam. Bottom Line Up Front: I think both of these smart cams are remarkably … [Read more...] about Arlo Q vs Nest Cam: Which Smart Home Security Cam is Best for You?

When it comes to locks, smart or otherwise, two of the best-known names are Kwikset and Schlage. Kwikset has been in the business of keeping homes safe and secure since the 1940s, while Schlage first entered the market in the 1920s. These companies have been making each of their own marks in the home security area and has come up with a long line of products. And now, they … [Read more...] about Schlage vs Kwikset Smart Locks: Which Offer the Most Security?

While smart garage door openers have mobile apps that tell you whether your garage door is locked or not, you would still have more peace of mind if you can actually see it closed.  And this is where the Asante Smart Garage Door Opener stands out. Features of the Asante Smart Garage Door Opener with Camera Open, close or see your garage door no matter where you are in the … [Read more...] about The Full Asante Smart Garage Door Opener with Camera Review

Smart locks go beyond just security.  So if you are planning to get one for your home, know the featuresyou need.  There are different kinds of smart locks, such as those with or without keypads and those that offer an optional keypad like the August Smart Lock. Keypads are great if you want to give other members of your family or friends their own codes so that they could … [Read more...] about Go Beyond Security: The Top 5 Smart Locks for 2023

The encroachment of smart technology into kitchen and cooking appliances continues at pace. We’ve got smart ovens, refrigerators, washing machines and much more to come. Now, here’s a new electrical smoker sneaking in a Bluetooth radio to let you keep in touch with temperature and cooking progress via your Android or Apple smartphone. That’s despite the outdoorsy, getting … [Read more...] about Masterbuilt Bluetooth Smart Digital Electric Smoker: Is This the Smoker You’ll Love?