Consumers can now enjoy advanced AI features for home security without ongoing costs. Major brands such as Google Nest, Tapo, Lorex, and Eufy offer free object recognition, person detection, and cloud storage that help filter false alerts and protect against porch piracy. By choosing devices with built‑in AI and local storage options, homeowners can secure their property, receive relevant notifications, and avoid monthly subscription fees. Leia mais →

Smart home devices are easier than ever to install, but users still face connection glitches, firmware hiccups, battery surprises, and feature limitations. A systematic approach—power cycling all equipment, checking for firmware updates, resetting the app’s device list, and verifying Wi‑Fi band compatibility—often resolves most problems. Users should also monitor battery health, recognize that some advanced features require subscriptions, and be aware of platform-specific capabilities that may not be supported across all apps. Following these steps can restore functionality and improve the overall smart home experience. Leia mais →

Reolink showcased its latest AI suite, ReoNeura, at the IFA show in Berlin, adding smart object detection, customizable zones, scheduled alerts and video captioning to its lineup. The company also introduced the TrackFlex Floodlight camera, a Wi‑Fi model with a 4K dual‑lens system, pan/tilt capability, 3,000‑lumen illumination and a price around $200. These upgrades aim to reduce false alerts, streamline video review and bridge the gap between residential and commercial security needs. Leia mais →

Wyze has launched the Palm Lock, a smart door lock that unlocks by scanning the unique vein pattern in a homeowner's hand. The biometric system is complemented by Wi‑Fi connectivity, keypad codes, a physical key, and integration with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Battery life reaches up to six months, and a USB‑C port provides emergency charging. The lock also features a gyroscope that automatically secures the door when closed and an alarm for ajar conditions. All biometric data stays on the device, and the lock works with existing Wyze video doorbells. Leia mais →

Smart home devices are easier than ever to install, but users still face connection glitches, firmware hiccups, battery surprises, and feature limitations. A systematic approach—power cycling all equipment, checking for firmware updates, resetting the app’s device list, and verifying Wi‑Fi band compatibility—often resolves most problems. Users should also monitor battery health, recognize that some advanced features require subscriptions, and be aware of platform-specific capabilities that may not be supported across all apps. Following these steps can restore functionality and improve the overall smart home experience. Leia mais →

Smart home devices are easier than ever to install, but users still face connection glitches, firmware hiccups, battery surprises, and feature limitations. A systematic approach—power cycling all equipment, checking for firmware updates, resetting the app’s device list, and verifying Wi‑Fi band compatibility—often resolves most problems. Users should also monitor battery health, recognize that some advanced features require subscriptions, and be aware of platform-specific capabilities that may not be supported across all apps. Following these steps can restore functionality and improve the overall smart home experience. Leia mais →

Reolink showcased its latest AI suite, ReoNeura, at the IFA show in Berlin, adding smart object detection, customizable zones, scheduled alerts and video captioning to its lineup. The company also introduced the TrackFlex Floodlight camera, a Wi‑Fi model with a 4K dual‑lens system, pan/tilt capability, 3,000‑lumen illumination and a price around $200. These upgrades aim to reduce false alerts, streamline video review and bridge the gap between residential and commercial security needs. Leia mais →

Reolink showcased its latest AI suite, ReoNeura, at the IFA show in Berlin, adding smart object detection, customizable zones, scheduled alerts and video captioning to its lineup. The company also introduced the TrackFlex Floodlight camera, a Wi‑Fi model with a 4K dual‑lens system, pan/tilt capability, 3,000‑lumen illumination and a price around $200. These upgrades aim to reduce false alerts, streamline video review and bridge the gap between residential and commercial security needs. Leia mais →

Wyze has launched the Palm Lock, a smart door lock that unlocks by scanning the unique vein pattern in a homeowner's hand. The biometric system is complemented by Wi‑Fi connectivity, keypad codes, a physical key, and integration with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Battery life reaches up to six months, and a USB‑C port provides emergency charging. The lock also features a gyroscope that automatically secures the door when closed and an alarm for ajar conditions. All biometric data stays on the device, and the lock works with existing Wyze video doorbells. Leia mais →

Wyze has launched the Palm Lock, a smart door lock that unlocks by scanning the unique vein pattern in a homeowner's hand. The biometric system is complemented by Wi‑Fi connectivity, keypad codes, a physical key, and integration with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Battery life reaches up to six months, and a USB‑C port provides emergency charging. The lock also features a gyroscope that automatically secures the door when closed and an alarm for ajar conditions. All biometric data stays on the device, and the lock works with existing Wyze video doorbells. Leia mais →

Smart home devices are easier than ever to install, but users still face connection glitches, firmware hiccups, battery surprises, and feature limitations. A systematic approach—power cycling all equipment, checking for firmware updates, resetting the app’s device list, and verifying Wi‑Fi band compatibility—often resolves most problems. Users should also monitor battery health, recognize that some advanced features require subscriptions, and be aware of platform-specific capabilities that may not be supported across all apps. Following these steps can restore functionality and improve the overall smart home experience. Leia mais →

Reolink showcased its latest AI suite, ReoNeura, at the IFA show in Berlin, adding smart object detection, customizable zones, scheduled alerts and video captioning to its lineup. The company also introduced the TrackFlex Floodlight camera, a Wi‑Fi model with a 4K dual‑lens system, pan/tilt capability, 3,000‑lumen illumination and a price around $200. These upgrades aim to reduce false alerts, streamline video review and bridge the gap between residential and commercial security needs. Leia mais →

Wyze has launched the Palm Lock, a smart door lock that unlocks by scanning the unique vein pattern in a homeowner's hand. The biometric system is complemented by Wi‑Fi connectivity, keypad codes, a physical key, and integration with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Battery life reaches up to six months, and a USB‑C port provides emergency charging. The lock also features a gyroscope that automatically secures the door when closed and an alarm for ajar conditions. All biometric data stays on the device, and the lock works with existing Wyze video doorbells. Leia mais →

Wyze has launched the Palm Lock, a smart door lock that unlocks by scanning the unique vein pattern in a homeowner's hand. The biometric system is complemented by Wi‑Fi connectivity, keypad codes, a physical key, and integration with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Battery life reaches up to six months, and a USB‑C port provides emergency charging. The lock also features a gyroscope that automatically secures the door when closed and an alarm for ajar conditions. All biometric data stays on the device, and the lock works with existing Wyze video doorbells. Leia mais →

Reolink showcased its latest AI suite, ReoNeura, at the IFA show in Berlin, adding smart object detection, customizable zones, scheduled alerts and video captioning to its lineup. The company also introduced the TrackFlex Floodlight camera, a Wi‑Fi model with a 4K dual‑lens system, pan/tilt capability, 3,000‑lumen illumination and a price around $200. These upgrades aim to reduce false alerts, streamline video review and bridge the gap between residential and commercial security needs. Leia mais →

Smart home devices are easier than ever to install, but users still face connection glitches, firmware hiccups, battery surprises, and feature limitations. A systematic approach—power cycling all equipment, checking for firmware updates, resetting the app’s device list, and verifying Wi‑Fi band compatibility—often resolves most problems. Users should also monitor battery health, recognize that some advanced features require subscriptions, and be aware of platform-specific capabilities that may not be supported across all apps. Following these steps can restore functionality and improve the overall smart home experience. Leia mais →

Google is rolling out a refreshed Nest lineup that adds Gemini conversational AI, higher‑resolution 2K cameras, a streamlined Google Home Premium subscription, local video storage for up to an hour, daily video summaries, and a new speaker with 360‑degree sound. The upgrades aim to modernize Nest’s security and smart‑home offerings, improving image detail, AI capabilities, and user‑friendly subscription options while keeping local backup storage and adding convenient daily recaps. Leia mais →