Category: Home Improvement Tips

There are terrifying stories of hackers taking over security systems and spying on families through their cameras. These stories can make you feel a little paranoid if you have a security system. Connectivity features can enhance your security system by giving you remote access to your video feed and allowing

Does your home get too hot in the summer, even as your utility bill continues to climb each year? You may want to consider a “smart thermostat,” which is an evolution in heating and air conditioning technology. These thermostats can keep homes climate-controlled while promoting energy efficiency.  We reviewed two

On a solo road trip, an audiobook can make the perfect companion. Or, if you’re in the middle of a task, listening to one can leave your hands and your eyes free. Ultimately, there are plenty of reasons why people prefer audiobooks, and we can’t argue with any of them.

Everyone and their granny has a Wi-Fi connection in their home, but not all of them run as fast as you might like. While that might just mean you need a new router, it’s possible someone is thieving your connection, too. Fortunately, there are ways to detect it and block

Congratulations on your very firstAmazon Echo smart speaker, and welcome to a new and exciting world of lightning-fast automation, music streaming, powerful home security, impressive search engine capabilities, and a means to connect with friends and family. With so many features and so much potential, it’s no wonder Amazon’s smart speaker

Pet hair can be a royal pain to contend with. It gets everywhere and there’s no end to the constant dust-bunnies you’ll find scattered throughout the home. That’s why we have handy devices like robot vacuums designed for pet hair pickup. While many of the vacs in our roundup aren’t

While Google Home is a full-sized device, there are two much smaller variants available: The Nest Mini and Google Home Mini. They share the traits of having Google Assistant and while they are smaller in size, they don’t lack in functionality. Both the Nest Mini and Home Mini can play

Experience great sound quality, responsive microphones, and a wide range of features with the Google Assistant-powered Home Mini. From controlling your smart home to acting as a language interpreter, this device offers incredible value for your money. The current-generation Home Mini, released in October 2019, retails at around $50 but

Google has made a permanent mark in the world of smart speakers and displays. With options including the Google Nest Audio, Google Nest Mini, Google Home, Google Home Mini, Google Home Max, Google Nest Hub, and Google Nest Hub Max, there’s a device to serve every need, whether you need a