At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Remarkably full featured for a first-generation device Can be wired to analog or digital doorbell chimes Supports Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings Ecobee has one…
Philips Hue appears ready to expand its line of home security devices, with clues to the manufacturer’s plans hidden within its own app. The leak details an unannounced product that would round out Hue’s existing…
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Resolution of 1440 x 1440 pixels (1:1 aspect ratio) 150- x 150-degree field of view shows visitors from head to toe Runs on battery or wired power Priced right,…
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros 2K video resolution Comprehensive feature set Can operate on battery or low-voltage wiring 24/7 recording feature (when hardwired to power) Cloud-storage subscription is truly optional Cons Large, less-than-appealing industrial…
You don’t realize it until you’ve tried it, but it’s just so convenient to be able to check who’s outside your door — or be alerted when things happen outside — from the comfort of…
There’s been a lot of reporting in recent months around Apple’s efforts to expand its footprint in customers’ homes with in-development products like a wall-mounted smart home hub. According to a new report in Bloomberg,…
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Second onboard camera lens adds extra utility Very inexpensive, with lots of features Wyze arguably offers the best subscription deal on the market Cons Chunky hardware Some sluggishness in…
Knowing who’s knocking at your door is always a relief for peace of mind. And while you can know that with a simple peephole, it’s way cooler and more convenient to be able to check…
Amazon is revamping its subscription offerings for its Ring video doorbells and cameras. A new service, called Ring Home Premium, will include features like 24/7 recording and AI-powered video search, starting at $19.99 per month…
It never ceases to amaze my family that while I’m a pretty savvy tech writer who covers B2B enterprise software, I often need guidance when it comes to using consumer products. Some might even say…