Arlo Essential Spotlight Outdoor Security Camera Review vs Arlo Essential XL – How much difference is there with the battery?
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Arlo Essential Spotlight Outdoor Security Camera Review vs Arlo Essential XL – How much difference is there with the battery?

ByJames Smythe

I reviewed the Arlo Essential XL back in November. It is basically identical to the Arlo Essential Spotlight I am reviewing today. It is just physically much larger as it accommodates a larger battery. In my Arlo Essential XL review, I did explicitly state that I’d buy the XL over the standard model because there…

Proscenic T31 Air Fryer Oven Review – Smart App Control & Rotisserie for Perfect Chicken
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Proscenic T31 Air Fryer Oven Review – Smart App Control & Rotisserie for Perfect Chicken

ByJames Smythe

I recently reviewed the massive 25L HYSapientia Air Fryer, and it was the first time I have used one of these front-loading tray-style air fryers. They are basically just miniature fan-assisted overs. It is a design that I am fond of as it makes it easier to cook larger amounts of food and multiple items…

Aqara M2 Hub Starts to get Matter Support with V4 Firmware
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Aqara M2 Hub Starts to get Matter Support with V4 Firmware

ByJames Smythe

Aqara are one of the first companies to begin the rollout of the new Matter royalty-free home automation standard. Matter is a new connectivity standard for IoT devices to enable a wide variety of smart home accessories to work together across brands and ecosystems. Via an M2 hub with this new firmware, the Aqara Zigbee…

HYSapientia 25L Air Fryer Oven Review: Affordable alternative to Sage Smart Oven Pro
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HYSapientia 25L Air Fryer Oven Review: Affordable alternative to Sage Smart Oven Pro

ByJames Smythe

Everyone loves an air fryer, and with the ridiculous cost of electricity, they are going to remain extraordinarily popular for years to come. They are essentially just a fan oven, but the small cavity size means they use much less electricity than your normal oven. Everyone wants a Ninja air fryer, but there are many…

Best Video Doorbell Cameras for 2023 – Including 24/7 recording – RTSP – Battery – Wired
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Best Video Doorbell Cameras for 2023 – Including 24/7 recording – RTSP – Battery – Wired

ByJames Smythe

Video doorbells are one of my favourite pieces of smart home tech. I get so many deliveries and pickups that it was incredibly stressful until I started using these amazing gadgets. To some extent, I have gone full circle with the stress. While I don’t miss any packages, I do get notifications from security cameras,…

Smart Lock Nuki

Smart Home Technology – How to Make Your Home a Smart Home

ByJames Smythe

Welcome to the world of smart home technology! With the advancements made in recent years, transforming your home into an intelligent abode is easier than ever. Smart homes are no longer just a futuristic dream—they’re now accessible to almost everyone. From controlling lights and thermostats with voice commands to automatically locking doors when you leave,…

TP-Link Tapo L930-5 RGBIC Light Strip Review vs L920-5 vs L900-5
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TP-Link Tapo L930-5 RGBIC Light Strip Review vs L920-5 vs L900-5

ByJames Smythe

The Tapo L930-5 was launched in the middle of 2022, and it is the first product to launch from them that can be integrated with Apple HomeKit. Tapo L930-5 vs L920-5 vs L900-5 I have previously reviewed the affordable Tapo L900-5, which uses an RGB chip that only allows a single colour to be used…

Reolink RLC-81MA 4K dual-lens PoE security camera with wide and telephoto lenses announced at CES 2023 + new fisheye cameras
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Reolink RLC-81MA 4K dual-lens PoE security camera with wide and telephoto lenses announced at CES 2023 + new fisheye cameras

ByJames Smythe

Following on from the Reolink Argus announcement is the new Reolink RLC-81MA. I generally prefer the wired range of cameras from Reolink, and I personally think this is the niche they excel in, with very little competition against them unless you go from more expensive brands like Hikvision. RLC-81MA – A 4K dual-lens PoE security…

Reolink Argus Track and Argus PT 4K Announced at CES 2023
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Reolink Argus Track and Argus PT 4K Announced at CES 2023

ByJames Smythe

Reolink has to be the most prolific brand in the market for churning out new surveillance products. At CES, they announced multiple new cameras. The two Argus models I discuss here then a new RLC series camera for prosumers and LTE models of the Duo 2 and TrackMix. They will also launch a new lineup…

Philips Hue Sync TV app for Samsung TVs announced for £115! Go portable table lamp due in February for £140
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Philips Hue Sync TV app for Samsung TVs announced for £115! Go portable table lamp due in February for £140

ByJames Smythe

At CES 2023, Philips Hue announced their latest new range of products. Philips Hue Sync TV app for Samsung TVs The main announcement could prove controversial and rattle a few cages. Philips Hue is launching a native app for Samsung TVs The new Philips Hue Sync TV app synchronises Philips Hue smart lights with everything…

Philips Hue Go 2 White & Colour Ambiance Smart Portable Light Review
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Philips Hue Go 2 White & Colour Ambiance Smart Portable Light Review

ByJames Smythe

The original Philips Hue Go was launched back in 2015, and the Go 2 was launched around three years ago, so this review is a bit late to the game. However, it is a cool little smart light that compliments the Philips Hue ecosystem well, and I thought it was worth doing a quick review…

Warning! Boundary Technologies / Smart Alarm has entered liquidation – Boundary Smart Alarm Review
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Warning! Boundary Technologies / Smart Alarm has entered liquidation – Boundary Smart Alarm Review

ByJames Smythe

A quick update on the 11/01/23, Boundary Technologies has had a new companies house filing confirming that there has been an appointment of a provisional liquidator in a winding-up by the court. Boundary Technologies is in liquidation It appears that Boundary Technologies may be in liquidation. This information is not 100% confirmed yet. A commenter…

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