The SimpliSafe app allows you to control and monitor your security system from anywhere. It also gives you the convenience of remotely adjusting some smart home features like thermostats and lighting. But is it reliable or prone to glitches? Can you use it for free? And just what can you control with it? Find out in our review.
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?
Zacks Investment Research gives investors a quantitative analysis of stocks, mutual funds, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with a strong emphasis on gaining a trading advantage. While there’s a lot of free content on their website, their Premium and other paid memberships give you access to all of their expert advice. But is it worth the cost? And what can you find on Zacks that you can’t get elsewhere? We’ll help you decide if Zacks is a good fit for your investing needs…
Are you always worried that you or someone in your family has forgotten to close your garage door? If so, you may want to consider getting a smart garage door opener to keep tabs on your door from anywhere using a simple smartphone app. How do they work? And which ones are the most reliable? We’ll give you the lowdown on these affordable and easy-to-install devices…
Are you looking for expert investment advice but don’t want to fork over a fortune for a financial advisor? You may want to consider an online investment advice and research website. One of the big names in this industry is Seeking Alpha, a unique crowdsourced research content platform targeted toward intermediate and advanced investors. While Seeking Alpha contains some free content, most of its in-depth articles and investment tools require a paid subscription. Is it worth the membership fee? And what exactly does Seeking Alpha provide investors?
Are smart home devices invading our privacy? For sure, say most experts. Our smart speakers, TVs, security cameras, thermostats, and any other Internet-enabled device could be spying on us in our own homes. Because many Internet of Things (IoT) devices have cameras and microphones that are always online, they’re a prime target for hackers. An added threat is that some of these devices collect and share data with the manufacturer and other third parties. But the good news is that there are ways to protect your privacy from your smart gadgets. Our experts run through the steps you can take to protect your home network and various devices…
If you’re into DIY investing, several investment advising services should be on your radar. Morningstar is one of the most popular and well-established options — it’s been around for more than 35 years. You can find a decent amount of information on Morningstar for free, but if you’re a serious investor, you’ll want to consider its premium membership to gain access to the juicy content. But is Morningstar Premium worth $199 per year, or are you better off just investing that money instead?
Equifax, one of the three major credit bureaus in the U.S., also offers credit monitoring and identity theft protection services with three plans to fit your family and your budget. However, Equifax is still trying to recover its reputation from a major data breach in 2017. Is this company reliable enough now to protect your identity?
Guardian Protection has been around for 40+ years and is one of the old-guard security companies that require professional installation and long-term contracts. However, they have a sleek, modern system for today’s smart home and a good customer service reputation. With so many different home security options, is Guardian the best company to watch over your home and loved ones?
SimpliSafe’s home security system is compatible with a select few third-party smart locks, but they’ve released their own branded smart lock that you can easily install and sync with their system. What makes their smart lock stand out? It’s one of the most affordable smart locks on the market for its base price. But overall, is it worth it for its functionality and other features?