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What are the best smart light switches?In this article, we’ll be talking about the 10 best smart light switches on the market right now.These products range from easy-to-install smart switches that ar...
You can also save yourself a lot of confusion and aggravation bychecking out our instructions on how to install a dash cam.Best dash cams overall1. Cobra SC 400DSRP:399.95Best PricesToday: $399.95 at...
With a smart plug, you can turn just about any dumb device into a smart one.In this article, we’ll walk you through the app installation, including adding the smart plug to your home network, integrat...
The latest addition to TP-Link’s family of smart home devices, the $44.99 Kasa Spot 24/7 Recording (KC400) camera offers a nice assortment of features including motion and sound detection, person dete...
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On last week’s IoT Podcast, our voicemail hotline got a question from Mike about his smart Christmas lights. It turns out that he’s having issues connecting them to his home Wi-Fi network, which is bu...
Smart sockets that let you control an electrical plug over the internet may sound cutting edge, but they can also be rife with security flaws.One such plug was found vulnerable to hacks. Security firm...
The Internet of Things (IoT) has seen steady growth for years, and today it seems like everything can be compatible with IoT. Household devices such as home security cameras and baby monitors have got...
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Electrical issues were the second leading cause of home fires between 2012 and 2016, according to the National Fire Protection Association -- and there's little evidence that the trend has changed. No...
Even if you don't consider yourself particularly tech-savvy, Amazon's easy-to-use smart plug is a great starter smart device. All you need is an outlet, your smartphone, and any appliance with an on/o...
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At GearBrain, we have tested several types of smart plugs which can work indoors and outside. One of the biggest issues we have with smart plugs is the connectivity, especially outdoor plugs. They are...
A horrific fire in the Bronx that killed 17 people has once again brought attention to the hazards of home space heaters. Space heaters can be a welcome supplement to your central heating system or a...