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…
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Our Experts Pick The Best RFID Wallets, But Do You Really Need Them?
Credit, debit, and ID card technology is extremely advanced. With most cards, radio waves transmit your information for quick transactions; some can even process payments without contact. However, having that technology can put you at risk. Electronic pickpockets are out there just waiting to get their hands on your information, but can they get it without even putting their hands on your wallet? Our experts analyze RFID wallet technology and bring you the best wallets.
Home Security Systems Reviews For 2021: Nest Secure vs Abode vs Scout Alarm vs AT&T Digital Life & More
Do you need help finding a home security system but are overwhelmed with your options? Our team of experts has over 70 years of combined experience researching, testing, and using home security systems. We’ve reviewed 17 professionally monitored security companies. Our strict review protocol ensures our research is unbiased. We take into account customer service, equipment, technology, ease of use, and value to come up with a score for each company.
Best Pack ‘N Plays By Category: Travel, Play, New Parents, Setup, & Budget
A pack ‘n play is on most baby registries, but do you have any idea which one you need? First, think about what you want out of your pack ‘n play. Do you want it to include a newborn bassinet and changing station? Do you want it to be easy to travel with? Or is it going to be primarily used for playing? We’ve chosen the best pack ‘n plays based on your needs.
Best Home Security Systems In 2021: ADT vs SimpliSafe vs Ring vs Vivint vs Frontpoint & More
Do you need help finding the best home security system but are overwhelmed with your options? Our team of experts has over 70 years of combined experience researching, testing, and using home security systems. We’ve reviewed the top professionally monitored security companies to help you choose the most reliable system at the best price…
Best Key Finder: Trackr vs Tile vs Chipolo vs HipKey vs Duet
Did you lose your keys again? It happens to the best of us. Thankfully, smart technology brought us the key and wallet finder to rescue you when you misplace your valuable items. You can even use it to track your luggage while traveling. These small devices can go a long way to ease your hectic life.
Protect Your Possessions & Family: Learn The Ins And Outs Of Insurance
None of us like spending our hard earned money on insurance, but in the case of an emergency, we’re glad that we do. It seems like we need insurance for everything these days from our vehicles to our homes to ourselves. There are many benefits to purchasing insurance including protecting our pockets from going completely empty…
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About RFID: Benefits, Risks, Cards, Skimmers, Wallets, And More
There’s been a lot of buzz over the last several years about a way thieves can potentially steal your credit or debit card information out of thin air when they’re in your vicinity, essentially electronically pickpocketing you without you ever knowing. What makes this possible is RFID (radio frequency identification) technology that’s embedded in some credit, debit, and other ID cards. The fear is that thieves can use what’s called an RFID reader or skimmer to steal your information from your card. But just how real is the threat?
Best Doorbell Cameras: Nest Hello vs Ring vs SimpliSafe vs SkyBell vs August vs Wyze vs Kangaroo & More
Want to know who’s on your front porch when you’re out of the house or snatching your packages (porch pirates!)? Whether you live in a high-traffic neighborhood or a remote location, it’s important to keep your home safe from intruders. We review the top doorbell cameras on the market with pros, cons, pricing, and user feedback…
SimpliSafe Camera Review: Pros, Cons, Installation & More
SimpliSafe is known for its affordable, user-friendly DIY security systems, but they also offer some security equipment you can purchase with or without the system. Their WiFi camera is a popular option, and we wanted to see if it stands up to their other equipment — and other WiFi cameras on the market. Is the SimpliSafe camera reliable and does it have all the features you want?