You wake up to start your day and the lights automatically dim on, the window blinds open, the coffee pot starts brewing and the thermostat is adjusted — all before getting out of bed. Is this heaven? No, it’s just a smart home. Wouldn’t it be nice to have certain aspects of your life automated? Thanks to smart home hubs you can do so affordably and easily. What is a hub exactly? Read on to learn more about how they can be the brains of your home and work with a growing list of products within each room…

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…

A few years ago, DIRECTV joined with TiVo to bring viewers the TiVo HD DVR. The TiVo HD DVR gives users the ability to customize their TV watching experience by controlling what family members watch and by allowing users to watch shows in high-definition. There are now other DVR options from DIRECTV and other cable/satellite TV providers but TiVo paved the way…

There are times where a stroller isn’t practical and carrying around a car seat is exhausting. That’s why baby carriers are a great alternative. You can wear your child instead of pushing a stroller through the busy farmer’s market, and free up your grocery cart space at the same time…

Do you know with full certainty what your credit score is? Have you recently checked your credit report? What you don’t know could hurt you, especially if you’re dreaming of buying a house or a new car, taking out student loans — or even if you’re looking for a new job. Your ability to do all these things hinges on how creditworthy you are in the eyes of lenders and even potential employers…

Since its first demonstration in 1973 the mobile phone has been revolutionizing the way the entire world lives. ver the years it is not only the appearance of cellular phones that has changed, but so too has the way we look at the safety and health concerns of these handheld devices…

I get a notification on my phone that someone is at my front door. So, I open my Arlo app to see it’s the USPS woman delivering my latest Amazon splurge. With my Arlo camera and app, I can monitor my package the rest of the day and keep tabs on my front door in case anyone tries to snatch my delivery…

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…

Have there been a lot of burglaries in your neighborhood? Perhaps you just had a new baby and are looking for ways to protect your growing family? Protecting your property is essential, but you also want to keep your family safe so a camera may be the perfect solution for your needs. Take a look at our home security camera system reviews to find the best security camera system for your home or business…

Nest has become a household name in the smart/DIY/home automation and home security world. Their portfolio of products has expanded from a smart thermostat control to cameras (indoor and outdoor), home security, and more. Comments: Leave a comment

There’s nothing like a vinyl experience to get your music vibe going, especially for hard-core music lovers. Join us in our vinyl countdown of the best turntables and vinyl record players for the money. We’ve done our research on the latest and greatest products…