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The Maximus Camera Floodlight will help you protect your home
Why it matters to you<p>Looking to scare away potential intruders with a bright light? The Maximus Camera Floodlight could help.<p>Lighting the exterior of …
Home AutomationNetgear gets serious about home security with the Arlo Pro 2 smart camera
Why it matters to you<p>Netgear’s new smart camera combines 1080-pixel image quality with advanced features that DIY home security enthusiasts will love.<p>…
Gear & GadgetsAugust’s new iOS-connected smart Doorbell Cam Pro available now
A couple months back, August unveiled its latest generation smart home security products. On top of the newly designed August Smart Lock and Smart Lock Pro, the company also debuted a new doorbell. Packed with intelligent features designed to make your life easier and your family safer, the new …
Home AutomationClean Machines: Washers and Dryers Designed for the Smart Home
Make sure your laundry room isn’t left in the past<p>If laundry day is your least favorite day of the week, you may be working with some substandard …
Home AutomationToday’s Amazon Gold Box includes a two-pack of Wi-Fi Smart Plugs for $37, more
Today only, as a part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Woot via Amazon is offering a two-pack of Ora Mini Wi-Fi Smart Plugs for <b>$36.99 shipped</b>. Or you can grab a four-pack for <b>$59.99</b>. For comparison, a single unit typically sells for $25. Today’s offer is the best available. With Alexa …
Gear & Gadgets2017 Best Smart Home Sensors - Pricing & Reviews
What smart home sensor features are important to consider?<p>Smart home sensors are a diverse product group, and thus have many different features that …
Home AutomationAugust Doorbell Cam Pro review
August's Doorbell Cam Pro sees who's there for a price<p><b>The Good</b> August's $199 Doorbell Cam Pro offers HD livestreaming, motion detection, two-way talk, a built-in floodlight for low-light conditions and integration with Nest and Amazon Alexa devices.<p><b>The Bad</b> August charges $5 per month for cloud …
Gear & GadgetsLynx is a $60 home security camera with the $300 Nest Cam IQ’s best feature
We love the Nest Cam IQ — a lot — but $300 is a lot of money to spend on one home security camera. Even right now while it’s discounted on Amazon, …
Gear & GadgetsKwikset advances its tech with its sleek electronic lock called Obsidian
Why it matters to you<p>The modern trend is to make entryways keyless. The Obsidian electronic deadbolt combines design and security.<p>Whether people …
Gear & GadgetsSave $150 on Logitech’s Most Powerful Smart Home Remote
Have you ever wished you could push a single button that turned off your living room lights, turned on your TV and switched the input to your Apple …
Home AutomationAugust Home's New $199 Doorbell Cam Pro With HD Video and Built-In Floodlight Now Shipping
August Home today announced that its new August Doorbell Cam Pro is now shipping following nearly three weeks of pre-orders.<p>Like other video doorbells, the Doorbell Cam Pro is equipped with a full-color HD camera and microphone for two-way audio and one-way video. Using the companion August Home …
Home AutomationThis tech company has developed an algorithm that can use WiFi to detect motion in a room
<i>This story was delivered to BI Intelligence IoT Briefing subscribers. To learn more and subscribe, please click here.</i><p>Origin Wireless has developed a series of algorithms that can use the signal from mesh Wi-Fi networks to detect motion in a room, according to Engadget.<p>The development of this and …
Wi-FiENER-J Smart Home Automation, Wireless Switches, IP Cameras, Extractor Fans
LOADING IMAGES<p>3 Way 3gang Wireless light touch switch / Wall switches for smart home (white body)<p>No Battery, No Wiring, No Wi-Fi, Self-Powered Smart …
Home AutomationAugust smart locks review: Intelligent convenience, for a price
When it comes to peace of mind for the home, a San Francisco startup thinks a new set of locks could do the trick. August recently released a pair of new smart locks, and VentureBeat got a chance to test them out and see if they deliver on their promise.<p>At the end of the day, August is selling two …
Home AutomationAmazon Echo Show Is On Sale for First Time Ever
Just a few days after its public spat with Google, Amazon is slashing the price of its premium smart speaker from $229.99 to $199.99.<p>It's the first …
AmazonNinja’s love Kwikset’s latest electronic deadbolt lock
When it comes to style, Kwikset’s Obsidian touchscreen deadbolt door lock is a far cry from their Kevo lock that I reviewed last year. This new lock …
Home AutomationTop 5 Artificial Intelligence Speakers defining the future
Share<p>Tweet<p>Share<p>+1<p>Shares 0<p>The world is changing very rapidly with emerging technology almost every day. There is a smart device for almost every need. …
Artificial IntelligenceFiilex Rolls Out Next-Gen LED
Fiilex announces P360 Classic portable LED fixture.<p>An alternative to Aputure, Kino Flo, Litepanels, Lowel-Lights, Rotolight and the many others …
Home AutomationNew line of GE smart cookware tells you when your cake's done
GE Appliances wants you to stop poking your cakes, muffins and brownies with toothpicks to figure out if they're done. The manufacturer's microfactory, FirstBuild, has created a line of bakeware that will send you notifications when your food is ready, the company announced Tuesday as part of the …
Home AutomationHow smart home products empower users with disabilities
Smart home products are often marketed for their convenience, but the technology also can help people with disabilities become more independent.<p>Smart home products are objects connected via Wi-Fi or a different technology to other things in the home; they can be controlled remotely by a touch panel …
HomeAmazon is clearing out Kenmore Elite Smart Air Conditioners, priced from $175
Today only, as a part of its Gold Box Deals of the Day, Amazon is clearing out Kenmore Smart Air Conditioners with prices starting at <b>$175</b>. Each these deals represent new Amazon all-time lows and are generally 50% off or more from the regular going rate. Alexa-compatibility allows users to control …
Gear & GadgetsYou could save 3% on your electricity bills thanks to this smart plug
WeMo: what is it and does it work?<p>You’ve probably heard the buzz online for something called <i>Nest</i>, or perhaps, you’ve seen the latest TV ads for <i>Hive</i>. …
News (Ireland)Cheap Security Cam Spies on Woman, Makes Lewd Comments
We’ve previously alerted you to the importance of not buying cheap, no-name security cameras, but if you haven’t already thrown yours into the …
Gear & GadgetsGE GTW685BSLWS Dryer review
GE's midrange dryer trades speed for Alexa<p><b>The Good</b> For a relatively low price the GE GTD75ECSLWS dryer offers plenty of cycle options. You can monitor its status within GE’s laundry app. It works with Amazon Alexa and the Google Assistant.<p><b>The Bad</b> It runs through cycles slowly and its 7.4-cubic-foot …
Home AutomationTP-Link Kasa Cam KC-120 review
TP-Link’s first smart home camera is a great nanny cam and decent indoor security solution.<p>TP-Link’s first smart home camera is a great nanny cam and …
Home AutomationHow To Lock and Monitor Your 3 Credit Reports For Free
The Equifax data breach exposed the Social Security number, address, date of birth and name of at least 145 million Americans. A savvy fraudster could use this stolen information to open new credit accounts. Although it will be impossible to completely prevent identity theft, there are some simple …
Identity TheftFound: The Only Smart Home Devices Worth Splurging On
Contrary to popular belief, smart home devices aren't just for the tech-savvy. Even if you're not 100% sure how Wi-Fi works—we're with you—there are …
HomeHoneywell’s popular wireless doorbell ships with three buttons for $20
Amazon offers the Honeywell Premium Wireless Door Chime with three push buttons for <b>$19.99 Prime shipped</b>. That’s a $50 savings off the original MSRP, but it usually goes for around $30 these days although Home Depot has it for $49. This is a match of our previous Amazon mention. Rated 4.6/5 stars by …
Gear & GadgetsPhilips 60W Replacement WarmGlow LED (clear glass) review
Old-school cool from the vintage-style Philips WarmGlow LED<p><b>The Good</b> The WarmGlow LED is bright and efficient, and it performs well on dimmer switches. Dim it down low, and the color temperature of the light will fall from yellow to orange, mimicking an old-school incandescent.<p><b>The Bad</b> The …
Home AutomationAdd voice control to your outdoor outlets w/ Insteon’s $28.50 Smart Plug
Amazon offers the Insteon Outdoor Smart Plug for <b>$28.49 shipped</b> when the on-page coupon is clipped. For comparison, it goes for much as $45 online at Home Depot. Today’s offer is a new Amazon all-time low and the best available. Rated 4.2/5 stars by 297 reviewers. <i>Note: Insteon’s Hub is required for</i> …
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