Whether you love binging TV shows and films or listening to your favorite albums on your TV, a nice home theater speaker system can be a game changer for you. A quality home theater system can work wonders for your overall listening experience. Soundbars, specifically, are truly the cream of the crop when you factor … Read more
Does the prospect of shopping for a new soundbar excite you? Everyone wants to stretch their dollar and get maximum value for their money, and buying a soundbar for your TV is no exception. Today, we’ll be looking at two popular soundbars, the LG S95QR and the Sonos Arc, and putting them in a side-by-side … Read more
Soundbars are a vital component in every home entertainment system. Imagine watching a movie with the sound coming from your TV’s default speakers. Not so nice, is it? With a good soundbar, you should be able to gain greater immersion and hear every word, sound effect, and booming explosion. Samsung and LG are two titans … Read more
Roombas are one of the more exciting products that have come out in the last twenty years. Unlike vacuums that are horrifically loud, hard to keep up with, and dusty; the Roomba is a somewhat silent threat to dust, dirt, and pet hair. These products are also excellent for helping you keep a tidy home … Read more
Blink Cameras are one of the better smart home security products on the market today. With a large list of floodlight, solar, wired, and wireless options – there is no shortage of items to fit your needs. Unfortunately, like all tech products Blink Cameras have a few known issues that have been plaguing some of … Read more
Roombas took the world by storm as the first vacuum cleaner with which your family could form a bond. They’re such popular electronic “pets” that iRobot manufactures and sells replacement parts for depreciated Roomba units, allowing families to stay connected with their precious Roomba family members for the long haul. But what can you do … Read more
Sleep is likely one of the most sought-after activities for the average person, yet we all seem to cut corners to get as little as possible. For those who are starting to feel the debilitating effects of poor shut-eye, it may be time to look at products focusing on improving the quality and length of … Read more
Eufy is a smart-home company that makes everything from robot vacuums to smart-home cameras. They’ve become a trendy alternative to iRobot, makers of the Roomba — and the ability to link all of their devices into one mobile companion app is a compelling reason to choose Eufy over iRobot. However, as with any electronics company, … Read more
The Hatch Rest is a helpful product for sleepless parents, providing a nightlight, white noise sounds, and much more. This brand of products has been favorably reviewed and for good reason; they are affordable, useful, and multi-faceted. To get a better idea of which of the base products is superior to the other, we are … Read more
Computers make many strange noises while they work. From whirring to buzzing to beeping, computers have a wide range of “vocalizations.” These vocalizations typically tell you exactly what’s going on with your computer — a definite plus side to communicating with machines. So, what does it mean when your computer makes noise when moving the … Read more
Ten years ago, the idea of unlocking your front door using a high-tech watch was reserved only for spy movies. Today, every connected home can set up their Apple Watch to open smart locks wirelessly or even as they approach. Here are six smart locks that work with Apple Watch. Schlage Encode Plus Lock manufacturer … Read more
The Sonos Amp is an excellent, feature-rich product that is part of the popular Sonos ecosystem. If you are looking for a wireless-capable amplifier to drive a set of external speakers, either for home or external use, it’s hard to go wrong with the Sonos Amp. The Amp benefits from the established Sonos software experience … Read more
CL stands for “CAS (Column Access Strobe) Latency” and is one factor that differs between different RAM sticks. In short, CAS Latency determines how quickly your RAM can process and prepare data when ordered by the CPU. Let’s take an in-depth look at CAS Latency and how it affects your computing experience. CAS Latency: An … Read more
When it comes to gaming, graphics are king. As a result, everyone is racing to have the smoothest, most detailed, and most vibrant graphics you can get for your money. But unfortunately (and perhaps surprisingly), one place where people don’t often focus their graphics money is their monitors. While many people know to get the … Read more
Upgrading to smart locks is the next logical step for a connected home. If you’re looking for convenient automation, then it makes sense to get locks that work with your preferred hub or ecosystem. Apple enthusiasts will find a lot to like with these top six smart locks that work with Apple HomeKit. Yale Assure … Read more
The world of Bluetooth speakers is buzzing with the new release of the JBL Boombox 3, the successor to the well-received Boombox 2. (I suppose that might be a bit obvious). Regardless, it is quickly being pushed to the forefront of the portable speaker market and for good reason – it is a great speaker. … Read more
A smart lock is an excellent addition to have in your smart home setup, and if you’re running the Google ecosystem then it’s best to have smart locks that work with Google Home. Luckily, you won’t experience any shortage when it comes to choosing smart locks that are compatible with Google Home. Here are the … Read more
Anker has built a reputation as a brand that delivers high-quality products for an affordable price. Its wireless, over-ear, Bluetooth headphones are absolutely no exception to this rule. Their Soundcore Life range boasts three models of Bluetooth headphones that are supposed to have the very best in active noise-canceling technology. Perhaps the best part is … Read more
The frustrating thing about a passion or hobby is that they increase in complexity as you delve further into them. This very reason is why a lot of newbie audiophiles can often get discouraged by confusing terminology and pages of technical information that feel like a foreign language. So when you start seriously considering a … Read more
The uncomfortable truth is that most locks aren’t as secure as we would like to believe. Anyone who has lived in an apartment, mobile home, or poorly constructed cabin knows precisely how delicate some locks can be. Because of this, many concerned homeowners have started taking to more technologically savvy ways to keep their houses … Read more
