Ring has just introduced its latest smart home product, the Ring Battery Doorbell, which is a step up from their popular Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen). This new model boasts a battery life of up to 23% longer, along with many other upgraded features designed to enhance home security with ease.
If you rent a space with unreliable (or nonexistent) central heat and air conditioning, you may have considered buying a portable air conditioner because, unlike window units, they are easier to take when your lease ends. Since many portable ACs don’t offer heating, you’d likely also have to invest in a separate space heater. Before going that route, you should check out the Whynter ARC-1050XPH; it’s an all-in-one solution designed to cool, dehumidify, and heat spaces up to 500 square feet. This unit packs a punch in a sleek, modern package that effortlessly blends into any room.
SKYWORTH has added a new gem to its Lifestyle series with the C1 Canvas Art TV, a product that beautifully blurs the line between technology and art. Designed to be more than just a TV, the C1 Canvas transforms any living space into a personal gallery, making it a must-have for those who appreciate both high-end technology and sophisticated home decor.
Hong Kong-based Govee is a well-established manufacturer of smart home lighting and appliances. Their smart lighting products include gaming lights, TV lights, and wall lights, many of which we have reviewed at Gear Diary. In this review, we look at the Outdoor Triad Floodlight. Although usable for indoor applications, the Govee Outdoor Triad Floodlight features an IP66-rated metal body and IP67-rated control box, making it rugged enough to be used in almost any outdoor environment. I can attest to its weather resistance. I shot sample footage (below) during a fairly strong rainstorm. The floodlight enclosure has a minimalistic look and…
We’ve covered many Eufy security cameras here at GearDiary, but none are as versatile as the Eufy 4G LTE Cam S330. It can connect to the internet via WiFi or 4G cellular and is powered by an included solar panel. It’s a great option for remote installations where power and WiFi may not be available and retails for $249.99.
It’s no secret that we’re big fans of Roku here at Gear Diary. Whether you use a simple streaming stick, a more powerful box, a speaker bar, or a smart television, you want to turn to Roku to power it all. Their ecosystem covers everything you need for your entertainment, and it’s so easy to use that you’ll be up and running in no time. It just so happens that there’s never been a better time to upgrade your television because these RokuTV deals will be available for a limited time.
Hong Kong-based Govee, a well-established manufacturer of smart home lighting, is partnering with the Japanese anime series Evangelion to release three new gaming lights: the Govee x Evangelion Glide Y Lights, Gaming Light Bars, and the product they sent me to test, the Govee x Evangelion Gaming Wall Light.
As I’ve shared many times, I am a long-time Sonos fan, and I really enjoy using their audio products. At home, we have at least one of their speakers in each room, their soundbars are connected to our televisions, and their new Roam 2 portable speaker is fantastic. With Sonos Prime Day Deals, you can save up to 29% on some of their most popular speakers.
Dreame’s product lineup includes robotic vacuums and mops, cordless stick vacuums, wet and dry vacuums, and high-speed hair dryers. For Amazon Prime Day on July 16th and 17th, the brand is offering some excellent deals on several products, including a $510 saving on the Dreame X30 Ultra. If you’re in the market for a new robotic vacuum or an easy-to-use wet & dry stick vacuum, you’ll want to check them out!
XMCOSY+ offers a range of indoor and outdoor lighting solutions, including string lights, solar pathway lights, landscaping lights, and wall lights. This review focuses on their Low-Voltage Landscape Lights, specifically the XMCOSY+ Double-Head Low-Voltage Landscape Light, which comes in a 4-pack and sells for $159.99. These LED lights are understated and modern, with a stark t-shaped design in black. They are also available in a brown finish.
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.
Amazon has just launched an all-new Echo Spot; it’s a sleek, smart alarm clock with Alexa, and it’s already on sale for Prime members on July 16th and 17th. Featuring a customizable display and vibrant sound, this smart device is designed to help you wake up, wind down, and manage your day more smoothly.
XGIMI projectors offer an outstanding visual experience that combines innovative technology with superior image quality for a cinema-like experience at home. I have an XGIMI HORIZON Ultra in my living room, and I love its picture clarity, even when displaying at 100+ inches. It sounds great without a soundbar, but if you add one, it’s next-level. If you’re considering upgrading your home theater or perhaps looking for a portable projector that is more easily moved, XGIMI Prime Day Deals, good July 16th through July 22nd, make this the perfect time to give one a try.
If you’ve ever used a robotic vacuum cleaner in a home with pets and/or long-haired occupants, you’ve likely dealt with hair-wrapped bush rollers and random blockages. Poor navigation and frequent dustbin emptying can also create robot vac pain points. If you’re nodding along, you’ll want to check out the Narwal Freo X Ultra. It features 8200Pa suction power, an all-in-one base station that automates mop care, and a zero-hair-tangling brush for efficient cleaning. It’s also equipped with tri-laser navigation and LiDAR 4.0 to avoid obstacles and clean thoroughly. I’ve put mine through hell; here’s how it performed.
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.
Arlo makes products that provide comprehensive DIY home security solutions with advanced features like 24/7 monitoring, customizable access, seamless integration, and user-friendly design. If you’re in the Arlo ecosystem, you’ll be interested to know that the new Arlo Security Tag is out, and it offers a seamless way to manage your Arlo Home Security System and the Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen). This lightweight and compact tag fits easily on a keyring. It allows you to arm or disarm your security system with a simple tap on the Keypad Sensor Hub or Video Doorbell, making home security management hassle-free.
Amazon-owned Blink has introduced Blink Moments, a new feature that automatically merges clips captured across Amazon Blink cameras into a single video. This feature is rolling out and will be fully accessible to Blink Subscription Plus Plan customers globally in the coming weeks.
With unpredictable weather and electricity outages becoming commonplace, the BLUETTI AC300+B300 is a compelling 3,072Wh zero emissions and eco-friendly LiFePO4 home backup power solution with a modular design so you can start small and add to it as money allows. You can pair as many as two AC300 units and eight B300 expansion batteries for a total of 24,576 Watt Hwatt-hours (Wh); you can even tie the system into your home’s grid. How big and powerful your backup system ultimately becomes is up to you, but it all starts with the BLUETTI AC300+B300.
Sonos consistently sets the bar high with its innovative, high-quality multi-room speakers. As an avid user of Sonos products, I’ve integrated their speakers into my home, leveraging their seamless connectivity and superior sound quality in every room. Their latest offering, the $179 Sonos Roam 2, is a portable speaker option that allows you to have Sonos sound just about anywhere.
A newcomer to the home security market, Singapore-based Safemo (a combination of the words Safe and Mode) offers a new home security system composed of two wireless cameras and a hub with two 5W solar panels. As with other systems on the market, this system can differentiate between people, vehicles, and packages, but unlike other systems, it does so locally using AI and data processing, all without a monthly subscription. Up to six months of data and video (32GB) can be stored on the device. An optional SSD hard drive can add up to 4TB of storage.
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.