Smart Homes

Google and Amazon dominate the smart home market. Beyond Amazon’s growing roster of Echo smart speakers, the tech giant also owns home security brands Ring and Blink — and Wi-Fi router brand Eero. Smart thermostat maker Ecobee gets funding from Amazon. Google owns Nest and brought the company further under its control … More here

Times are stressful, but there are surprising things you can do to unplug and recharge. For example, you can go for a walk every day or relax in front of a crackling campfire. You don’t have to hike in the woods to enjoy this cozy orange glow. You also don’t need to build … More here

Vacuum cleaners have gone beyond the bulky monstrosities they once were. Today’s vacuum cleaners are lightweight, cordless and run on rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Many can handle a variety of floor coverings, from carpets to hardwood. They also often come with useful attachments to help out with numerous tasks around the … More here

We’re all depending on our home Wi-Fi networks more than ever these days — and few things are more frustrating than dead zones where the signal drops or you just can’t connect. If you’re looking to eliminate issues like those, your best bet is to upgrade your home’s router to … More here

Select home security cameras have facial recognition that allows you to create a database of friends and family members who come to your home on a regular basis. Then, when the camera sees a face, it will determine whether or not it is someone in your familiar faces profile. The … More here

There are many Home security cameras available nowadays including Video doorbells, Outdoor cameras and models with face recognition. Inside Security cameras are your watchful eyes when you’re gone takes care of your valuables – or just a security camera to keep an eye on a mischievous pet. They range in … More here

Stephen Shankland / Tips Clear Wi-Fi 6 is the latest and fastest version of Wi-Fiand we expect it to roll out on a growing number of devices during 2020. It’s early days for the quick new standard, but there are some interesting options if your looking to shop. Wi-Fi 6 … More here

If only someone taught me to fish now. Famistar I may have already mentioned my newfound love for Alone, the History Channel series that is part Survivor and part Survivorman. One thing made it very clear: I would never make it there. When I was alone in the wild, it … More here

Some of the Security cameras I recommend are expensive, but there are a growing number of great choices that cost a lot less. Here is my curated list of the best cheap home security cameras that are priced at or under $ 100. These three cheap home security cameras offer … More here