4K UHD Smart Doorbells (Do Any Exist? Are They Any Good?)
If you’ve ever compared 4K video to standard “full HD” (i.e. 1080p) video, you will have seen a substantial difference....
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Do I Need a Ring Bridge If I Have a Ring Alarm?
Ring’s ever-growing line of smart home tech has become one of the most popular brands of smart home devices in...
Echo Podcast & Audio Book Support: Can You Speed Up/Slow Them Down?
In this digital age, it’s becoming more common for people to listen to audiobooks as opposed to reading actual physical...
Ring Doorbell And Ring Cameras: Animal Detection
Ring’s range of doorbells and cameras work by only recording when motion is detected (or the doorbell is pressed). This...
How Best To Screw In Ring Alarm Sensors (& Which Screws To Use)
Using the double-sided adhesive tape to mount your Ring alarm sensors is convenient, but it’s not the most secure option....
Why Is Philips Hue So Expensive? Are They Worth It?
This morning I ordered some Philips Hue bulbs (four White Ambiance E14s, a size sometimes called ‘decorative candles’) and a...
Is Lutron Caseta Available Outside America (in UK or Australia)?
Lutron Caseta are a premium smart switch brand, with a range of lights switches, detachable remotes, dimmers, and more. Since...
Does Eufy Support Cellular Backup (No Wi-Fi = No Recordings)?
Most smart home cameras are reliant on Wi-Fi in order to work properly. This enables them to connect to their...
LIFX Bulb Behavior After A Power Outage (Will This Change?)
After much soothing, your baby is finally asleep. You tuck them in for the night, dim (or turn off) your...
Which Smart Lights Support Thread and CHIP/Matter?
Smart lighting is one of the most popular parts of the modern smart home. With more and more brands popping...