Welcome to your one-stop resource for keeping your family safe, your home smart, and your life fun! At Safe Smart Living® we demystify the confusing world of smart home living, personal finances, wearable tech, security and identity theft by getting you up-to-speed fast so you can make better decisions. All the tools you need to save time, money and headaches, together under one roof!
We’ve all seen it happen to politicians and celebrities: texting and social media posts can wreak havoc on your life if your “private” messages, photos or other shared content fall into the wrong hands. If you want to message without it coming back to haunt you — or you need to share totally confidential info — it’s a no brainer to use an encrypted messaging app…
Thought that satellite tv’s days were gone? Think again! It’s still a major player, providing live tv access in geographic areas that aren’t reachable yet by cable connections. Satellite TV companies have also upped their game and are offering more channels, packages, programming and perks. But how do you decide which provider is for you? And how do you take advantage of all the promotions? We’ve got your back. In our satellite TV series, we cover everything from providers to equipment, and feature the most current promotions for you to take advantage of…
Tired of choosing between two shows to record because they’re on at the same time? The Hopper 3® eliminates that problem since you can record up to 16 programs at one time. It has a large storage capacity of up to 250 hours of HD content, so you can store your shows and watch them at your own pace…
Both SimpliSafe and Ring Alarm offer security systems with no long-term contracts and self-installation. However, the two have different equipment options. Depending on the type of setup you want, you may opt for one system over the other…
Who wouldn’t want to earn free cash from simply buying gas or groceries? Or to earn free airline miles and hotel stays when you travel? There are a ton of rewards credit cards on the market that give you cash back, travel points and many other benefits. But which one is right for you? Read our reviews below of the best credit cards for rewards to help you choose. Then you can be on your way to earning while you spend…
Unfortunately the news is consistently full of headlines about security and data breaches. Major retailers, credit card companies and other organizations have all fallen victim to hackers, putting millions of consumers at risk. Trying to keep up with all the latest hacks and who’s affected can be overwhelming. So we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to help you stay on top of what’s happening in the world of data breaches…
If there’s somewhere Americans should feel safe, it’s where they spend much of their day: on the road. Our driving safety page brings you everything from the best dash cam, car accident and drunk driving statistics you should be aware of, to the future of driving with the self-driving car.
Purchasing a security system used to mean having a stranger enter your home, drill a bunch of holes in your walls and charge you over $100 for installation alone. Forget that! There are many home security systems comprised of wireless components so you can say goodbye to the stranger and hello to a simple installation process…
Jane bought a gift for her friend online. A week later that website was hacked, and her personal data was stolen. Random charges started appearing on her credit cards, and her bank account dwindled down to nothing. She was struggling to pay her bills, and it wasn’t her fault. She didn’t know what to do, how to get her money back or how to make it stop…
With each online profile we create, every service we sign up for and all the smart gadgets we buy we put our identities at risk. Technology is evolving, and with it, our personal information becomes more vulnerable. Protecting your identity isn’t an option; it’s a must…
