News, reviews and articles about home and kitchen products.
The market is pretty full of “smart” LED bulbs these days. I love the concept of these since you can adjust your indoor lighting to any mood you feel at the moment. Here’s another one to add to the list, the Ilumi Smartbulb. I got the chance to view a couple of these bulbs so […]
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I’ve been thinking of replacing the hodge podge collection of pans in my kitchen for quite a while, but when I check the prices of nicer cookware, I change my mind because it’s tough to talk myself into paying $100 or more for one frying pan. Lucky for me, I was approached to try out
As seen on TV: Red Copper cookware review Read More
The Launch BOx bottle opener will alert your friends the next time you pop the top off a cold one. The one-handed AAA battery-powered wood and steel bottle opener is “smart” because it pairs with an app on your smartphone to send a “cheers” to a group of your friends when you open a bottle.
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Before I begin my review of the IQAir HealthPro Plus air purifier, I must disclose a few things. First, I am asthmatic. Most of the time I’m fine, but my symptoms can go from 0 to 60 at warp speed. Second, we live in Florida, home of perpetual pollen. Third, we have two large dogs
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“Does it smell weird in here to you?” I’m sure you’ve heard or even uttered that question more than once (a week). Funky smells from cooking and other activities have a way of wafting through the home and settling in spots. So we spray air fresheners, light incense, candles, etc to mask the odors. Is
Battle funky smells with the Aera IoT diffuser Read More
The Evo Motion sensor from Elgato is a wireless motion sensor with HomeKit technology for Apple devices. This sensor can detect a user’s presence or absence in a room to enable or disable power outlets, heating and air conditioning systems, lights and more without needing to open an app or voice commands with Siri or
Elgato Eve Motion presence sensor puts you in control of home automation Read More
There are gadgets that you use every day and there are gadgets that you only need to use once in awhile. Unless you’re a painter or a designer, the Color Muse color matching scanner probably fits in the “only need once in awhile” category of gadgets. That said, it’s fun and easy to use. Let’s
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Security cameras are nothing new. Even internet connectable cameras are pretty easy to find at this point. What can a new company bring to the table? Vimtag has put together a handsome weatherproof cloud-based IP camera that can be set up by most anyone. It offers 2-way voice, compatibility with a private cloud server, and
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I have used many types of razors in my life. They include the free cr@ppy plastic disposable ones hotels give out, the latest and greatest electric razors, fancy double-edge safety razors, and everything in between. As I have gotten older, I make the time and spend the money to pamper myself while shaving. Long gone are
Rockwell 6S stainless steel double-edge safety razor review Read More
I have been looking for a reliable home security camera and my wants are pretty simple. I want to be able to connect via my smartphone to watch the camera if I want, I would like to be notified if something moves in the house, and I want it to be affordable. The $139.99 Spotcam
SpotCam HD Eva security camera review Read More
I absolutely love all forms of light, whether it be enjoying natural I absolutely love all forms of light, whether it be enjoying natural sunlight, or lighting in the home. Since I already have the Philips Hue bulb system, I was attracted to the idea of reviewing another Bluetooth controlled lighting system. Meet Elgato’s Avea
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Ever wanted a hidden camera that streams over the web via WiFi and records to a MicroSD card? You want battery powered portability or the option for AC power? How about motion activated recording or constant video recording like a dash cam? SpyGearGadgets offers a camera that does all that in a plain-vanilla black box
SpyGearGadgets 1080P HD Mini Black Box Camera Review Read More
What do you get when you combine a bunch of triangular shaped LED panels that snap together like LEGO bricks and a smartphone app? You get Nanoleaf Aurora, a LED lighting system that lets you use your creativity to design illuminated shapes for your home. Each LED panel can display one of 16 million colors
Nanoleaf Aurora is a modular LED lighting system that lets you be the designer Read More
Sometimes sitting down at your desk represents the drudgery of long hours of work. So if you’re looking to brighten up your desk and your day, AND you’re a Star Wars fan, this BB-8 Architectural Desk Lamp is sure to do the trick. It uses up to a 40 watt incandescent light bulb or a
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Everybody knows that a peanut butter or jelly-covered knife laying on the edge of the sink means you haven’t decided if you’re going to make another sandwich or not. This keeps the counter free of smears, and it keeps the knife clean – so long as it doesn’t fall into the sink. You won’t have
The Tirso standing knife keeps your sandwich-making space clean Read More
Hanging pictures can be a nightmare of measuring tapes, levels, and holes in the walls – only to end up with your pictures still crooked and out of line. With the Gallery Magic system, you won’t have to work so hard and still end up with nicely spaced and level artwork. The first part of
Simplify picture hanging with the Gallery Magic system Read More
I like my hot coffee. OK, I have to HAVE TO have it in the morning. However, recently my buddy Brian suggested I try cold drip coffee. He’d rigged up some brewing method with some type of brewer designed for camping, but he swore it worked well for creating cold-drip brews. So when Julie provided
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Several weeks ago I posted a review of the AcuRite smartHUB Weather Environment System which I’m still using. There were a few comments on the review asking about a wind speed sensor. AcuRite saw those comments and sent me the PRO+ 5-in-1 Weather Sensor which also works with the smartHUB. Let’s take it for a spin.
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We’ve all seen LED bulbs that can be controlled with a mobile app. But LuDela is the first mobile phone controlled wireless smart candle. Yes, it’s a real candle with a real flame and not a LED that just looks like a flame. And yes, you can really control it with a smartphone. LuDela consists
LuDela is a smartphone controlled candle. Yes, that’s a thing Read More
Some of you are familiar with my love of insects. Sadly, that trait was not passed down to my kids – and I have tried; oh, how I’ve tried. Every now and then I’ll hear a blood-curdling scream as though someone just lost a limb only to find out that a tiny insect or spider
My Critter Catcher is the humane way to catch the arthropods in your home (less mess too) Read More