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Aiper Surfer S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Skimmer Review: So Efficient That You'll Never Have to Manually Skim Your Pool Again!

Aiper Surfer S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Skimmer Review: So Efficient That You’ll Never Have to Manually Skim Your Pool Again!

For the past two years, Aiper’s robotic pool cleaners have been helping us get the most out of our backyard oasis. While we still get weekly professional cleanings, an Aiper robot keeps the pool bottom and sides debris-free between cleanings. But what about surface debris? That’s where the recently introduced Aiper Surfer S1 Cordless Robotic Pool Skimmer comes in. It promises to be the missing piece of my “clean pool puzzle,” and it delivers.

SMOROBOT Tank C1 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner Review: Keeps Your Pool Clean and Sparkling

SMOROBOT Tank C1 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner Review: Keeps Your Pool Clean and Sparkling

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.

Beatbot Aquasense Pro submerging into the pool.

Outdoors, Reviews

Beatbot Aquasense Pro Review: Spend Less Time Cleaning Your Pool and More Time Enjoying It

Pool season is fast approaching, and if you’re in charge of keeping yours clean, the Beatbot Aquasense Pro will help you keep it in tip-top shape with minimal effort. Keeping our pool clean and ready to swim in is my husband Kev’s domain; when I was offered an Aquasense Pro to try, Kev was intrigued. After using it for over a month, I figured it was time to let you all know how it’s been going. Long story short, this pool-cleaning robot has made his life (and, consequently, my life) so much easier.

The Aiper Surfer S1 Solar Pool Skimmer Will Keep the Surface of Your Pool Clean So You Can Focus on Relaxation

The Aiper Surfer S1 Solar Pool Skimmer Will Keep the Surface of Your Pool Clean So You Can Focus on Relaxation

For the past two years, Aiper’s robotic pool cleaners have been helping us get the most out of our backyard oasis. While we still get weekly professional cleanings, the Aiper robots keep the pool neat between cleanings. The company recently announced its new Aiper Surfer S1, a solar-powered surface cleaner; it’s the missing piece to your clean pool puzzle!

Dreaming of Summer? Aiper's Latest Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaners Are, Too!

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Dreaming of Summer? Aiper’s Latest Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaners Are, Too!

The Aiper Seagull 1500 cordless robot I reviewed last summer has done a fantastic job helping me keep my pool clean. At CES last week, Aiper announced its new flagship Seagull line, with models including the Seagull Pro, the Seagull Plus, and the Seagull SE; Aiper has also introduced a limited edition Elite Pro. If keeping your swimming pool clean has become a tedious daily chore, Aiper can help you spend less time cleaning your pool so you can spend more time enjoying it.

Aiper Seagull 1500 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner on bottom of the author's pool

Aiper Seagull 1500 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner Review: Keep Your Pool Clean and Ready for Summer Fun

When we bought our home, we became the proud owners of a backyard pool. A pool service comes weekly, and we manually skim the pool before we swim, yet it constantly has leaves, branches, and bugs on the bottom. The Aiper Seagull 1500 Cordless Robotic Pool Cleaner has changed all that; I just wish we’d had it sooner!

Vivint Pool Alerts on Their Outdoor Camera Pro Add Extra Security to Your Home and Yard

Outdoors, Gear Bits

Vivint Pool Alerts on Their Outdoor Camera Pro Add Extra Security to Your Home and Yard

The summer heat is here and so are pool days. Pools have become very popular in homes and safety is always of utmost importance. If you own the Vivint Outdoor Camera Pro, which I reviewed here, there is a new Vivint Pool Alerts beta feature that adds a second detection zone to alert you of activity near your pool area.

JBL Charge 5

JBL Charge 5 Review: Delivers Next-Level Sound Anywhere, Anytime

JBL’s portable Bluetooth speakers have always been impressive, and each successive model has gotten better and better. The JBL Charge 5, the latest generation of their wildly popular portable speaker with a powerbank, is their best portable speaker yet. It blasts music, recharges phones, and it’s ready to hit the beach, the mountains, or your next backyard barbecue.

Rheos Sunglasses Review: They Continue to Impress with Their Nylon Optics That Float

Rheos Sunglasses Review: They Continue to Impress with Their Nylon Optics That Float

Rheos Sunglasses are made for the water but are great just about anywhere. Made with floating plastic frames and polarized nylon optics, Rheos sunglasses are unique for sure. I’ve worn my previous pair everywhere, from the beach to the pool and even skiing. Best of all, they retail for only $55.

JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Outside

JBL PartyBox On-The-Go Review: Big 100W Portable Speaker That’s Ready to Party

I love a large portable speaker, and my latest in for testing is the JBL PartyBox On-The-Go. This massive and multi-talented speaker pumps out 100W of bass-boosted sound that can easily fill a large room or the typical backyard. If you like to sing along, the PartyBox On-The-Go includes a wireless mic with adjustable gain, echo treble, and bass. If you or a friend plays guitar, they can plug-in and either strum along to the music or use the PartyBox as an amp to play their own compositions.

Beachsafe's Portable Safe Allows You to Stash Your Things Safely Poolside

Beachsafe’s Portable Safe Allows You to Stash Your Things Safely Poolside

Designed to protect your personal items when you’re at the beach or by the pool, beachsafe is a product that my mother showed interest in for her travels. Beachsafe sent me one to review, and for her most recent tropical trip, my mother took it along, and she had nothing but positive things to say about it.

Have Peace of Mind Leaving Valuables at Your Beach Chair with AquaVault FlexSafe

Have Peace of Mind Leaving Valuables at Your Beach Chair with AquaVault FlexSafe

With summer in full swing, my wife and I plan and sign a lot of traveling. When it comes to days spent hanging out in the sun, we usually bring our phones with us; while we could store them in a beach bag, we’d prefer having a bit more security for our valuables while we swim. That’s where AquaVault’s FlexSafe comes in.

Ultimate Ears’ WONDERBOOM 2 Will Bring the Party to the Pool

Ultimate Ears’ WONDERBOOM 2 Will Bring the Party to the Pool

Ultimate Ears makes some of the better sounding Bluetooth speakers on the market, so much so, that Dan has insisted that the original Wonderboom is one of his favorites. I’m wondering how the company will impress him with their Wonderboom 2, as it’s the upgraded version of what was an already very good Bluetooth speaker.

Ultimate Ears UE MEGABOOM 3 Will Rock Your House and Your Pool

Ultimate Ears UE MEGABOOM 3 Will Rock Your House and Your Pool

We’ve been covering Ultimate Ears speakers for years. Their original BOOM speaker was great, and the evolution of those speakers, as well as the growing portfolio of designs in the lineup, continues to impress. Their latest, the UE MEGABOOM 3 is no different. At $199.99 it is loud, sounds great and is packed with features. It is one awesome speaker!

Waterhoody Will Shield You from the Sun's Harmful Rays

Waterhoody Will Shield You from the Sun’s Harmful Rays

Sun-kissed skin may make you look healthy but as we know, excessive exposure to the sun can cause irreparable damage. As a parent, I try my best to protect my children’s skin from the sun by using highly rated EWG sunscreen and SPF clothing, which is why Waterhoody is now one of my essential summer items.

The Blitzwolf BW-AS1 Aluminum Alloy Bluetooth Speaker Is a Great Poolside Addition for Your Summer

The Blitzwolf BW-AS1 Aluminum Alloy Bluetooth Speaker Is a Great Poolside Addition for Your Summer

With pools opening this weekend for Memorial Day, if you are looking for a great Bluetooth speaker to take with you poolside, to the beach, or even near the grill, you should check out the Blitzwolf BW-AS1 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker.

Your iPhone X Gets Its Swimming Trunks with the Wetsuit Impact Case

Your iPhone X Gets Its Swimming Trunks with the Wetsuit Impact Case

Even though the weather is just as confused as us on what season it is every day, soon it will be summer, and pools will begin to open. If you plan on being poolside, or simply just out and about this summer, you should check out Dog & Bone’s Wetsuit Impact water and drop-proof case for the iPhone X.

Live Loud This Summer with the LifeProof Aquaphonics AQ 9 Bluetooth Speaker

Live Loud This Summer with the LifeProof Aquaphonics AQ 9 Bluetooth Speaker

LifeProof is known for their awesome smartphone cases and accessories that make sure your tech is not only protected in the rain but in virtually any other element. But did you know that the popular company makes Bluetooth Speakers as well? They sent us over their LifeProof Aquaphonics AQ 9 Speaker to review so let’s check it out. The LifeProof Aquaphonics speakers come in three sizes, AQ 9, AQ10, and AQ 11, with the AQ 9 being the smallest of the three. All three speakers bring functionalities like onboard buttons, yet the AQ9 certainly holds its own in terms of functionality, on…

Braven Stryde 360 Bluetooth Speaker Is All About Summer Fun

Braven Stryde 360 Bluetooth Speaker Is All About Summer Fun

I purchased the very first speaker from Braven. It was decent enough, and since then the company has come a long way. Braven’s current lineup of speakers have style, sound great, and are built for the real world. This is especially true of new Braven Stryde 360 Bluetooth speaker. At just $99.99, this little waterproof speaker is impressive.

Corkcicle's Insulated Waterman Series Containers Are Great for Indoor or Outdoor Purposes

Corkcicle’s Insulated Waterman Series Containers Are Great for Indoor or Outdoor Purposes

If you’ve been on the hunt for a great canteen, or a tumbler to carry with you daily, or even something to use for that Saturday afternoon out at the pool, look no further than Corkcicle. We reviewed a few of their products last year, so it’s only right we announce Corckcicle’s Waterman series.

FUGOO Style-S Bluetooth Speaker Is My Go-To Speaker for the Pool

FUGOO Style-S Bluetooth Speaker Is My Go-To Speaker for the Pool

With summer right around the corner and pools officially open, chances are you’re looking for a really nice speaker to listen to your tunes when you’re on the pool deck, or even sitting in the sand on the beach. Well, look no further as the FUGOO Style-S may be the only essential you need (other than your towel) this summer.

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