Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro WiFi review: Keypad, biometrics, and auto-locking smart deadbolt FTW
Our Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro Wifi Smart Deadbolt review looks at a WiFi-connected deadbolt with a keypad, fingerprint scanner, and auto-locking features.
Our Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro Wifi Smart Deadbolt review looks at a WiFi-connected deadbolt with a keypad, fingerprint scanner, and auto-locking features.
The Lockly Vision Elite builds on the company’s already excellent smart lock technology, adding a camera with local storage via TF Card.
Our Toucan wireless review covers three Toucan wireless devices that give you a complete security system for under US$400.
Our EZVIZ DB1C Wi-Fi Video Doorbell review looks at the latest version of the company’s video doorbell which now includes configurable zone detection.
The EZVIZ T30 smart plugs are great for adding scheduling, timers, or remote power control of lights or other “dumb” appliances and devices. The T30-10B-US is the better of the two as it also does a great job of tracking the power consumption being used by devices connected to it.
Want to have the sun wake you up in the morning? Program the SwitchBot Curtain to open at the same time as your alarm.
The Google Nest Thermostat is a great smart thermostat that not only allows you to control the temperature in your home but it can also learn your habits, offer suggestions, and even adjust itself once you leave the house.
Once it’s set up properly to compensate for its oversensitivity, the EZVIZ LC1C Smart Security Light Camera offers solid video surveillance and motion detection.
The EZVIZ DB1 Wi-Fi Video Doorbell works pretty well. It has some great features and decent performance although some settings could be easier to access by default.
The EZVIZ C3X is well worth the cost with its admirable performance, easy installation, easy to use app, and colour night vision.
The ecobee SmartThermostat is my first foray into this world and the experience turned out to be excellent.
If you get a lot of packages delivered to your house and package theft is an issue in your area, the Danby Parcel Guard Smart Mailbox is a solution worth considering.
The Lenovo Smart Display 7 is convenient for those who are looking to add something like this to their room or kitchen.
Although pricey, the Brilliant Home Control setup is a handy solution for added smart home control and in-house communication.
The Simplehuman Sensor Can with voice control is a motion and voice-activated trash can that seems unnecessary but seriously offers some great conveniences.
The Schlage Encode lets you see who’s coming and going and gives you peace of mind that your house is locked while you’re away.
Robot vacuums like the Roborock S5 Max have come a long way with technology like LiDAR mapping and no go zones.
The Google Nest Mini is a compact, reasonably priced, and decent-enough sounding Google Assistant speaker.
Quirks aside, if your TV is still fine and you’re looking to upgrade your sound and its smarts, the JBL LINK BAR will definitely do both.
With decent picture quality and better than expected sound, the SM8600 has plenty of content and smart features for the price.
The LG SL8YG made a big difference in the sound quality and enjoyment of watching both TV shows and movies, as well as playing games on the Xbox One X.
The Phyn Plus smart water assistant and shutoff system monitors your water usage, alerts you of potential leaks, and turns off your water if you don’t respond.
Belgian broadcaster VRT obtained the recordings and claim that of more than 1,000 clips, 153 clips were captured by Google in error.
The Lenovo Smart Tab P10 and M10 combine the portability of a tablet with the convenience of a smart screen.
If you’re looking for Google Assistant functionality in the bedroom, the Lenovo Smart Clock is definitely a fantastic choice given its size and functionality.
The iHome iGV1 is responsive and is easy to use for interacting with Google Assistant for getting information or interacting with your Google Home devices.
You can use your voice to command the robot via the Google Home app or you can use a Google Home device that takes commands.
The Optoma UHD51A is a solid smart projector with the added bonus of voice command support and built-in media player.