In general terms, a home security surveillance system is a great way to keep an eye on your property while you are away for work or travel. These systems can also be an efficient method of keeping watch over the people within your home, be they childcare workers or the children themselves. In any case, … Read more
If you are having problems with your TV reception from your outdoor antenna then you might just be ready to pull your hair out. TV antennas problems can be difficult to problem solve without professional equipment, but all is not lost! By using common sense and a process of elimination you should be able to … Read more
You just got back from a long weekend vacation to find that your door is ajar and a window was left open. Unsurprisingly, some of your stuff is missing too. Now what? Everyone deserves to feel safe in their own home. Unfortunately, some people don’t feel the need to respect the sanctity of our homes, … Read more
If you or anyone you know has ever had a break-in, a package stolen, or property vandalized, you know just how unnerving, violating, and invasive it can feel. After all, your home is supposed to be your safe space – but it doesn’t feel so safe afterwards! No matter where you live, it’s always important … Read more
On the control monitor, you see them look directly at you, furrow their brow, squint, and move closer. They’ve noticed the lens shining in the nose of the teddy bear not-so-inconspicuously positioned on the mantle. Now your hidden camera has been disconnected and your bear needs a nose-job. Let’s move away from such obvious ways … Read more
Maybe you’ve had a package stolen, or maybe you want to be able to speak to someone on the other side of your door without opening it at nighttime? Maybe you’ve got to leave your kids at home but want them to be able to check to see if it’s okay to open the house … Read more
SmartThings is a brand of home automation hub that aims to centralize your smart home. Instead of having many different devices that operate independently and don’t talk to each other, SmartThings aims to tie all these devices into one system – making it easier to setup, manage and use. Cameras are just one type of … Read more
If you’ve ever had to go up or down the stairs in the dark, you were probably closer to a major accident than you may think. According to the National Safety Council, staircase & stairway accidents are the 2nd leading cause of accidental death in the US, leading to about 12,000 deaths per year. In … Read more
If you were lucky enough to live in the Land of the Rising Sun or even just visit, you know just why Japanese cuisine is world-famous. Sadly, not everyone is able to spend the time or money to experience it for themselves. Fortunately for those who haven’t had the opportunity, you can bring authentic Japanese … Read more
As technology advances, it becomes more and more involved in our daily lives. While the internet and automation used to only be for engineers & techies, the new generation of smart devices has made it easier than ever to put these innovations to work, starting at home. By making our houses “smart”, we can make … Read more