It is finally that time of year when the leaves begin to change, and a chill is in the air. Halloween will quickly be upon us, and Vivint is helping get your home into the spirit with custom Halloween Doorbell Chimes and approach chimes. Get your family and friends in the holiday mood and greet trick-or-treaters with some fun options.
After a few years of having my house covered by Vivint, we are happy with the quality of smart devices and the fantastic customer service. Vivint installers are professional and knowledgeable and do a great job installing and troubleshooting. Vivint turns 25 this year and is offering some great deals to celebrate.
Riding a bike is a fantastic form of transportation. Whether commuting in a city, riding around campus from class to class, or just riding for enjoyment, a bicycle is an eco-friendly way to travel. An electric bicycle combines the ease of traditional cycling with motorized assistance and a rechargeable battery. I was sent a Lectric XPress 750 Step-Thru eBike to try; it was my first time using an electric bike, and I loved the experience.
Plenty of warm weather is left to cook outside, and Traeger and MEATER are bringing huge Labor Day savings. These deals will help keep your summer going and fend off the impending cold winter ahead!
Portable power stations come in many sizes and use cases. We recently reviewed the Ampace Andes 600 Pro, a great medium-sized power option. The Andes 1500 portable power station has a fast-charging, large-capacity battery and higher output. It sports the same design and build qualities as its smaller sibling and will be a great power option.
As summer rolls on, time spent outside cooking and playing is at an all-time high. If you’re like me, you cook outside several times a week and have a wide range of culinary choices. The awesome folks at Hey Grill Hey have a fantastic collection of rubs and sauces that will keep your dishes delicious year-round, and their Hey Grill Hey 12 Pack—Rubs & Sauces is a great way to add delicious flavors to everything you make.
In June, I was blessed with a trip to ThermoWorks headquarters, where I learned a lot, had some excellent food, hung out with some great people, and got a sneak peek at their new RFX wireless network technology. The ThermoWorks RFX is the first meat thermometer to use ThermoWorks’ new patent-pending industrial radio frequency technology. Say goodbye to unreliable Bluetooth signals!
I am the son and brother of successful artists and enjoy doing creative things; making gifts and items by hand is highly satisfying. I was recently sent the Cricut 3 + Essentials Bundle to try, which has opened up so many creative possibilities. My family and I had a lot of fun testing it while doing several projects, and we have all been impressed by what this device can do.
As a son of a successful artist, I enjoy designing and creating projects. A perfect outlet for this need is a laser engraver. There are endless projects that can be made. I recently received a LaserPecker 4 Dual-laser Engraver to review and have loved the opportunity to make some great items, even though I have only begun to scratch the surface of all it can do.
We’re in the middle of summer, which is the height of deck time and entertaining. While it is hot, the evenings are nice to chill outside with friends. The 55″ Sylvox 2024 Deck Pro QLED 2.0 Outdoor TV with Google TV is the perfect companion. Sylvox sent me one to try out, and it has transformed our deck into a fantastic entertainment space.
We’re deep into grilling season, and if you don’t have all of the BBQ tools you need, Amazon Prime Day deals are here to help you save some money with excellent deals from MEATER and Traeger. Some of their most popular products will be up to 30% off on July 16th and 17th, so there’s never been a better time to upgrade your grill game!
If you’re looking for an ultra-powerful portable power station that can be expanded to power your whole home, look no further than the EcoFlow DELTA Pro 3 Portable Power Station. EcoFlow products are designed to make home backup power easier and more convenient, and the DELTA Pro 3 lives up to that with the ability to run demanding appliances such as large, 3-ton central air conditioners without the fumes or loud noise experienced with conventional gas generators.
ThermoWorks is an industry leader in thermometers. The ThermaPen ONE is my most used culinary tool, and they make so much more. This weekend, they announced a product that is set to change the wireless probe market. ThermoWorks RFX Meat will ditch Bluetooth and utilize RF technology to create a superior wireless experience.
We are currently seeing temperatures over 100 degrees here in Texas, and it is the height of pool season. The worst part about pool ownership is daily cleaning. Just in time to make my life easier, I was sent a SMOROBOT Tank C1 to test; it cleans my pool wirelessly and helps add more swim time with less effort.
Whether you’re taking a summer camping trip or a long day by the pool, it’s important to be able to keep your devices powered and charged. The Ampace Andes 600 Pro offers plenty of power and features in a small, lightweight portable power station. The 600W output and 584Wh battery life should be plenty for sudden power outages or an off-grid getaway.
I have been reviewing Vivint products for a few years now and am excited about how much their product line has expanded. They keep developing new devices that make your house more secure and smarter. The latest device I have installed is the Vivint Chime Extender, which ensures you never miss a chime, even when away from the smart panel.
As summer begins and camping and road trips commence, keeping food and drink cold on the go is essential. Instead of hauling and draining ice when it melts, you can use a portable electric refrigerator. BougeRV has three sizes of portable coolers that will keep the essentials cold, whether powered by offshore power, battery, or plugged into a vehicle; we’re going to look at the BougeRV ASPEN 30 specifically.
BLUETTI has cemented itself as a mainstay in the portable power device category. Perfect for camping, the beach, or any summer traveling trip, these devices will keep your electronics charged and bring some of the comforts of home. The BLUETTI AC70 Portable Power Station is a lightweight addition to their lineup that packs a punch with plenty of features.
Everyday carry flashlights have come a long way in the past few years. Quality has gone up, and price has gone down. The FlashlightGo Store specializes in many kinds of lights, knives, and accessories. They recently sent me the Imalent BL50 Dual Light Sources EDC Flashlight to review, which has a bright CREE LED and a UV light; it did not disappoint.
Whether you are an outdoor BBQ enthusiast or a seasoned chef, a high-quality apron is an essential cooking tool. The ThermoWorks x Hedley & Bennett Apron helps protect from spills and keeps important tools, like your Thermapen, close at hand. It does not hurt to have some style and quality in an apron! ThermoWorks makes fantastic thermometers, and Hedley & Bennet is a top kitchen linens company, so this partnership on a commercial kitchen-quality apron makes sense.
Anker has been a forerunner in portable energy for years. Their strides in large-scale energy have brought amazing products for the outdoors, travel, and emergencies. Today, they introduced the Anker SOLIX X1 Home Energy Storage System for commercial sales across North America. This product will provide residential developers with a scalable energy solution for smart homes.