Are Smart Christmas Lights Worth It?
They’re so new and niche you may not have even heard of them yet, but smart Christmas lights are a very cool and very expensive holiday splurge. Are they worth it?
Your Eufy Camera Might Be Uploading Unencrypted Pictures
The Anker-owned Eufy lineup of smart cameras is one of the few options available for people who would just rather have locally-stored data instead of putting everything on the cloud. Unfortunately, that cloud-free life might …
Can I Hook Up a Generator Directly to My House?
It might be tempting to hook a generator directly up to your home’s electrical system during a power outage, but there’s a right and wrong way to do it. And the wrong way can cause fires and even kill people, so it’s best to …
Your Google Smart Speaker Is a Bluetooth Speaker, Too
There are a few different ways to play music, podcasts, and other audio on a Google Nest or other Assistant smart speaker. Bluetooth is the least-discoverable option, but it’s an excellent way to play audio from a phone, comp…
Which Smart Speaker Has the Best Audio Quality?
Despite their audio-focused nature, people rarely talk about the actual audio quality of Google Assistant, Amazon Echo, and Apple smart speakers. Which one should you get if you want the best-sounding audio experience?…
The 25 Best Smart Home Gifts for 2022
If you’re shopping with the intent to expand a friend’s stable of smart home devices or bring a relative’s home into the 21st century, you can’t beat these gifts.
How Much Money Will Unplugging My TV and Accessories Save?
TV sets and all the various support devices and accessories can carry a surprising phantom load, adding to our electric bills even when we’re not using them. Here’s how much you can save by unplugging them….
These Smart Fitness Mirrors Can Beat Up Your Other Mirrors
Smart fitness mirrors are one of those products that imply you mean business when working out. It’s not like having an old exercise bike covered in a pile of laundry and cobwebs. They’re tall and narrow and it would be diffi…
4 Simple Ways to Combat Energy Vampires and Save Money
Nobody wants to spend money on wasted electricity. Here are some simple ways to cut back on the waste around your home and lower your electric bill.
Anker Just Made a Better AirTag Than Apple
Apple introduced the AirTag in 2021 as a small Bluetooth-powered tag for tracking items for $29. Anker has now introduced a tracker compatible with the same Apple “Find My” network, and it might just be better than Apple’s ow…
Should You Turn Your Water Heater Off While On Vacation?
If you’re headed out of town for a while, you might be curious if you can turn off your water heater to save a little money. Here’s what to consider before you do.
Do You Really Want a Smart Mirror in Your Bathroom?
It’s safe to say that people who purchase smart mirrors generally like looking at themselves since they’re using a product that — because it has features — extends the amount of time you look in the mirror. Snow White proba…
What Temperature Should I Set My Water Heater At?
It’s tempting to set your water heater temperature back to save money, but before you do that, read this to ensure you’re getting optimum comfort and savings without risking your health.
How Much Money Does Upgrading to LED Christmas Lights Save?
If you’re considering upgrading to LED Christmas lights, you might be curious how much the change saves you. Here’s the difference between the two lighting types over the course of a holiday season.
How Smart Contact Lenses Could Make Grocery Shopping Way Less Forgetful
People probably wouldn’t forget something at the store if they taped a grocery list to their eyeballs, not that I’m recommending that. But a new prototype from smart contact lens maker Mojo would do something pretty similar….
Eve Rolls Out Matter Support With Free Updates
If you have Eve products integrated into your smart home, good news. Eve is rolling out free updates to over a dozen products starting with these three popular models.
Nanoleaf Announces Budget-Friendly Matter-Compatible Bulbs and Lightstrips
Great news for fans of economical smart home lighting excited about the new Matter smart home standard. Nanoleaf is adding Matter support to its Essentials line.
You Can Use Power Tool Batteries on Your Dyson Stick Vacuum
Whether you’re tired of how little run time your Dyson stick vacuum has, or you’d prefer not to replace a worn-out battery with an expensive proprietary one, here’s a novel solution: use power tool batteries instead….
Try These Last Minute Halloween Smart Home and Tech Tricks
It’s almost trick-or-treat time, and your home’s spooky ambiance is, well, anything but. Here’s how to quickly turn the gear you have laying around—like your TV, smart speakers, and smart bulbs—into some almost instant Ha…
9 Alexa Tricks to Try This Halloween Season
If you’re one of the millions of people with an Echo speaker, Ring doorbell, or both, there are plenty of smarthome tricks for you to take for a spin this Halloween.
7 Google Home or Nest Tricks for Easy Halloween Fun
Don’t forget about your smart home when planning your Halloween decorations and activities. Your Google Home or Nest device has some Halloween tricks up its sleeve.
Serious About Lowering Your Electric Bill? You Need a Watt Meter
If rising energy prices have you wincing when it comes time to pay your electric bill, you might be interested in investigating how much power all the gadgets and appliances in your home use. For that, you need a watt meter….
Save Counter Space by Under-Mounting Your Smart Display
Love using your Nest Hub or Echo Show in the kitchen but hate losing counter space? Use one of these handy under-cabinet mounts to get it off your counters.
Sorry, That Smart Dishwasher Won’t Unload Itself
Everyone has their own method for loading the dishwasher. Some people like to angle their dishes toward the center, some keep spoons separate to prevent them from hugging each other out of solidarity, and some (me) purposely …
9 Common Energy Vampires Running Up Your Electric Bill
Who wants to pay good money for electricity they’re not even getting any benefit from? Here are some common energy vampires to look for around your home.
