TP-Link Kasa Smart Thermostatic Radiator Valve KE100 KIT Review – An excellent affordable smart TRV that now works with Tapo [2024 Update]
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TP-Link Kasa Smart Thermostatic Radiator Valve KE100 KIT Review – An excellent affordable smart TRV that now works with Tapo [2024 Update]

[Update – 12th February 2024] I originally wrote this review back in December 2023 and criticised this TRV due to the mess that was the Tapo and Kasa interoperability. I expressed annoyance that the Kasa smart hub had the same hardware as the Tapo smart hub, but you couldn’t add the KE100 to the Tapo…

Tado Wireless Smart Thermostat V3+ Review – Including Smart Radiator Valves
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Tado Wireless Smart Thermostat V3+ Review – Including Smart Radiator Valves

Living in a large, old, inefficient home in the north of England, I have been a big fan of smart heating ever since it became available. My first experience was with the original Tado system back in 2014, but back then, they didn’t have the smart radiator valves, so I quickly jumped ship to Heat…

Reolink Duo 3 PoE Camera Review – A big improvement in image quality vs Duo 2
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Reolink Duo 3 PoE Camera Review – A big improvement in image quality vs Duo 2

The Reolink Duo 3 was announced at CES 2024 and is a logical evolution of the Reolink Duo series. The new model has a significantly improved resolution while retaining the dual-lens setup, which stitches the images together to create a 180° video feed running at 4608×1728. Past Reolink Reviews Reolink Duo 3 PoE vs Duo…

Welock Smart Lock Fingerprint Door Lock Review – SECBN51
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Welock Smart Lock Fingerprint Door Lock Review – SECBN51

I have previously reviewed the pin code-based Welock SOHO-EU and was reasonably happy with it at the time. More importantly, I have left it installed on my garage/gym UPVC door for almost two years, and it continues to work well. In my past review, I wasn’t fond of the app and expressed some concerns over…

Best Fingerprint Smart Door Locks Available in the UK

Best Fingerprint Smart Door Locks Available in the UK

I have reviewed quite a few smart locks over the years, and I currently have a mish-mash of locks on my external doors, including the Yale Linus Smart Lock on my front door, Ultion Smart Lockon my back door and the Welock Smart Lock [SOHO-EU] on my garage/gym door. I have also reviewed: More recently, I…

Best Video Doorbell Cameras with ONVIF / RTSP Support for NVR / Synology / Blue Iris
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Best Video Doorbell Cameras with ONVIF / RTSP Support for NVR / Synology / Blue Iris

I have been a big fan of video doorbells for several years and have used most of the popular options out there, including the Eufy Security Video Doorbell S330, Ring Video Doorbell 4, Arlo Essential Video Doorbell and the Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4. I also run several POE surveillance cameras and have reviewed options…

Annke Whiffle 1080P Video Doorbell Camera Review – How good can a £30 doorbell camera be?
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Annke Whiffle 1080P Video Doorbell Camera Review – How good can a £30 doorbell camera be?

I have reviewed a lot of video doorbell cameras over the years. As someone who works from home and receives a lot of packages, I have found these to be an essential piece of tech in my home as I get motion and doorbell notifications through to both my phone and watch, meaning I rarely…

Philips Hue Dymera Dual Beam Wall Light Announced + Secure Floodlight Camera Availability
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Philips Hue Dymera Dual Beam Wall Light Announced + Secure Floodlight Camera Availability

Philips Hue, the smart lighting brand from Signify, has announced several new product launches that aim to provide more flexibility and integration for designing personalized lighting experiences in the home. The products include a unique new wall light with dual beam control, new connectors for the Philips Hue Perifo track lighting system to enable more…

AiDot Linkind Matter A19 Smart Light Bulb Review: Cheap RGBW E27 Smart Bulbs for Home Assistant
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AiDot Linkind Matter A19 Smart Light Bulb Review: Cheap RGBW E27 Smart Bulbs for Home Assistant

I didn’t have the best experience with Matter when I first used it with the Google Nest WiFi Pro, but since then, there has been a growing number of Matter-enabled devices, and I have switched to Home Assistant for all my smart home needs. The AiDot Linkind represent a perfect example of why Matter is…

Dreo ChefMaker Combi Fryer Review – An air fryer with steam cooking makes this a perfect sous vide alternative  
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Dreo ChefMaker Combi Fryer Review – An air fryer with steam cooking makes this a perfect sous vide alternative  

Everyone loves a good air fryer; they are cheaper to run than an oven and often produce better results while also being healthier due to the reduced need for oil.   I have reviewed some excellent fryers over the past few years, including the Proscenic T21 Smart air fryer, Proscenic T31 and the HYSapientia 25L…

Best Smart Electric Heaters 2024 – WiFi programmable electric heaters & radiators
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Best Smart Electric Heaters 2024 – WiFi programmable electric heaters & radiators

I originally wrote this guide back in November 2021 when energy prices started to soar. Over two years later, things I have not improved much and the cost of living continues to have an impact on most people. With the current cold snap and my recent review of the AENO Seasonal Premium Eco panel heater,…

Reolink Duo 3 PoE vs Duo 2 Security Camera – Now with 16MP 7680×2160 resolution
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Reolink Duo 3 PoE vs Duo 2 Security Camera – Now with 16MP 7680×2160 resolution

At CES 2024, Reolink has unveiled its latest home security camera, the Duo 3 PoE. The new dual-lens outdoor camera offers higher resolution and expanded features compared to the previous Duo 2 model. Further Reading Reolink Duo 3 vs Duo 2 PoE Specification Comparison Overview of the Reolink Duo 3 PoE The Duo 3 PoE…