Review of Fingbox, a device and app that discovers all connected devices in a home network, and then provides parents with the ability to pause their kids’ devices based on rules, as well as secure their home network environment quickly and easily! $10 off code in the Fingbox review!
There are dumb light switches that do nothing, “smart” switches that have connectivity built in, and now intelligent lighting scenes which transform your living space based on activities. A review of Noon Home intelligent switches do layered lighting intelligently.
Review of the NETGEAR Arlo Pro 2 Wireless HD security camera & system which has 2-way audio, rechargeable batteries, 1080p resolution, & easy setup & usage.
If you’re buying a connected gift this holiday season, learn about its privacy & safety. Review of Mozilla’s *Privacy Not Included guide & how it helps!
Connected device manufacturers are not required to disclose privacy/security policies. It’s up to the consumer to know. Mozilla has a new buyer’s guide to help called *Privacy Not Included.
Review and installation tips as well as a walk-through of the Ring Floodlight Cam security camera’s configuration. The Cam is an easy home security upgrade!
Air pollution can happen inside your home too! Review of the new Blueair Blue Pure 211+ and 411 air purifiers that provide filtration inside the home.
Review of the Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller. The Generation 2 Smart Controller automatically adjusts based on weather & much more! All smartly!
As it monitors your home energy consumption by device, the Sense power monitor uses Machine Learning to discover electrical devices magically.
Michael Sheehan (“HighTechDad™”) is an avid technologist, writer, journalist, content marketer, blogger, tech influencer, social media pundit, loving husband and father of 3 beautiful girls living in the San Francisco Bay Area. This site covers technology, consumer electronics, Parent Tech, SmartHomes, cloud computing, gadgets, software, hardware, parenting “hacks,” and other tips & tricks.
