REVIEW: Tuft & Needle Mattress
Save money and sleep a whole lot better. Disclaimer: The folks at Tuft & Needle very kindly provided a mattress for this review. As always, the opinions are my own. I was sleeping in the dip. If you’ve owned a…
First Look: Rheem Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater with EcoNet
A long, hot shower without the guilt. As much as I never thought I’d write a post about a water heater, I bet you never expected to read a blog post about one… but, here we both are! As it…
REVIEW: XY Find It Beacon
Disclaimer: The folks at XY Find It very kindly provided several bluetooth tags for this review. As always, the opinions are my own. It’s human nature to be forgetful. Although Evernote, Google Calendar, and 1Password have whipped my digital life…
24 Hours with the Apple Watch
The beginning of something great. After waiting for a nerd’s eternity, my hotly anticipated Apple Watch Sport arrived yesterday. I’ve spent the last 24 hours putting it through every kind of test I can think of. Here are a handful…
How I Made My Internet Connection 10x Faster
Get what you’re paying for. Netflix was dropping out constantly, and that was the final straw. Like many of you, Netflix has become the focal point of entertainment in our house. It’s what the kids watch when they need a…
Apple Watch and the Smart Home
Yes, I’m getting an Apple Watch. It may not be the first “wearable” computer on the market, but it’s probably the first one that matters. The Apple II made computers accessible. The iPhone made them a constant companion. The Apple…
REVIEW: Canary Home Security
Home security systems have almost become a joke. They come with most new home these days, but I can’t think of a single person I know who uses theirs on a regular basis. From false alarms to forgotten pass codes,…
REVIEW: Leeo Smart Alert Nightlight
Both bright and smart. Disclaimer: The folks at Leeo very kindly provided a Smart Alert Nightlight for this review. As always, the opinions are my own. Everyone wants to keep their family safe. From security gadgets to smart alarms, home…
First Look: Chamberlain MyQ Garage
For the forgetful. Generally speaking, I’m a creature of habit. I try to keep the same morning routine. I like to leave work at the same time every day. I leave my keys on the same plate every time I…
REVIEW: Quirky+GE Tripper Door/Window Sensor
Always in the know. Sensors are a key component of the smart home. Almost every smart home gadget you buy these days includes at least a few sensors; thermostats can detect motion, locks detect tampering, and wall switches can detect…
