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The Best Alternatives to Double Robotics Telepresence Robots
Double Robotics is a manufacturer of telepresence robots. These robots allow employees who are working outside the office to join meetings, interact with their co-workers, and have a physical presence. It can also help doctors do their rounds, or … Continue Reading about The Best Alternatives to Double Robotics Telepresence Robots
Blink XT vs. Amazon Cloud Cam: Which is Right for You?
As home security camera systems continue to grow in popularity, they also become more effective, more efficient, and more affordable. These devices give users the peace of mind that allows them to feel safer and more secure whether they are at home … Continue Reading about Blink XT vs. Amazon Cloud Cam: Which is Right for You?
The Best ADT Security Alternatives to Consider
ADT has been around since the 1870s. So it should not come as a surprise that the company is the most popular home security system provider. With ADT, you can protect your home from just about anything. What's more, ADT combines home security with … Continue Reading about The Best ADT Security Alternatives to Consider
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The Best Robotic Vacuums for Carpet
Having a robot vacuum is one of the best ways to save time and effort on your chores around the house. Especially if you have a lot of carpets, using the best robot vacuum for carpet will ensure that you keep your home clean with much less effort from you. There are a lot of […]
ILIFE V7s Review: Will This Be the Robot Vacuum?
ILIFE is a Chinese manufacturing company that has been coming out with robot vacuums that are seen to compete with iRobot’s immensely popular Roomba. ILIFE’s robot vacuums aim to deliver the same level of cleaning as comparable Roombas but with a friendlier price tag. Indeed, ILIFE has been gunning for value-for-money robot vacuums that strike the perfect balance between quality and price. Features […]
Roomba 890 vs. 980: Which Should You Choose?
In today’s smart home market, there is no shortage of options from which to choose when it comes to selecting a smart robot vacuum. Each claims they’re the best, they provide the most thorough clean, and they offer the perfect hands-off functionality. But how can you find out whether these claims are valid or not? […]
Ecovacs Deebot vs iRobot Roomba: The Full Brand Comparison
Two of the most well-known brands in the robot vacuum space are iRobot Roomba and Ecovacs Deebot. How are the two brands differ from each other and which one is better? Special Pricing Update: In case you missed it, some of the robovacs mentioned in this article are on sale right now. I’ve listed the […]
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The Best Smart Thermostats Currently Available for 2018
Smart thermostats are sexy. When you think about home automation and smart devices, smart thermostats would surely come to mind. These devices are inherently useful because they can keep you comfortable, while also taking care of the budget side of things. With smart thermostats, gone are the days when you would need to adjust room […]
The Ultimate Guide to Placing a Wifi Thermostat
Smart thermostats are a great point of entry for those that are interested in getting into the smart home arena. If you’re considering getting a smart thermostat, there are plenty of options from which to choose. While it’s essential that you make the right choice when selecting a smart thermostat, you also want to make […]
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Blink XT vs. Amazon Cloud Cam: Which is Right for You?
As home security camera systems continue to grow in popularity, they also become more effective, more efficient, and more affordable. These devices give users the peace of mind that allows them to feel safer and more secure whether they are at home or away. This and other reasons are why these smart cameras are in […]
Ooma Butterfleye Review: Will This Smart Security Camera Work For You?
If you were to ask – one of the newest players in the smart security camera industry – whether or not traditional IP and web-capable cameras are smart enough, the company would respond with a resounding “No.” The company and its security camera both called Butterfleye are out to change that. Here is my full Ooma […]
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RoboMow RL850 Review – Is it a Good Robotic Lawn Mower?
Robotic lawn mowers are still seen by some as more of a novelty. With more established home robotics markets for vacuums and pool cleaners, making the switch to robotic mowers has not been as easy. However, there are a few leading brands that are pioneering the way forward for robotic mowers. While still not a […]
Robomow RM510 Review – Is this Robotic Lawn Mower a Good Buy?
The RM510 is the smallest Robotic Lawnmower of the Robomow fleet, but it’s an impressive device. Robomow is tailor-made for compact lawns and gardens and the automatic lawn mower is also significantly less expensive than Robomow’s bigger robot mowers. This model should be on your list of robot mowers to consider if you are in […]
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The Best Smart Irrigation Systems – Top Smart Sprinkler Controllers
The last time I looked at my water bill I was disgusted with how much I was spending to keep some semblance of “green” on my battered lawn. A few years ago I heard about smart irrigation as a concept. But having experienced many early adoptions of “smart” devices, I wanted to see some proof […]
Skydrop Review – A Review of the Skydrop Smart Sprinkler
Announced in 2014, the Skydrop Smart Irrigation system combines Internet weather forecasts with a smart water delivery system to provide your plants or lawn with water when needed, and saving water when nature can provide. Developed in Utah, it is aimed at those premises in regions where water is becoming an expensive commodity, and those […]
Latest on Smart Pets
Furbo Review – Is it Really a Better Treatcam for Dogs?
There are times when dog lovers would want to see what their beloved pets are doing at home while they are away, or check in on their canine companions and see what they are up to and then give them a treat for good behavior. Pet parenting is serious business and pet parents would simply […]
The Ultimate Whistle 3 Review: Feel Good Junk or Legit?
It is 6:00 pm and your dog is nowhere in sight. You have tried looking for Spot around the house, went looking at the local park, called your neighbors, and even drove around the block. But your beloved pet is nowhere to be found. Now, this is every pet owner’s worst nightmare. There are a […]