Smart Home

ECOVACS DEEBOT N30 OMNI in its hot air-drying dock.

Gear Bits

ECOVACS DEEBOT N30 OMNI and N20 Series Offer Smart, Hands-Free Vacuuming and Mopping

If you’re ready to ditch the constant chore of vacuuming and mopping, ECOVACS has something that might change how you clean. The new ECOVACS DEEBOT N30 OMNI and N20 series bring smart tech and powerful cleaning to homes without the hefty price tag you’d expect. Whether you have kids, pets, or just a lot of foot traffic, these robotic vacuums offer solid solutions for keeping your floors spotless without lifting a finger.

A young boy looks at a lit match with the Eye Detekt Flame Detector glowing red in the background

News

The Flame Detector Offers Early Fire Detection, Even Before Smoke Alarms Kick In

Smoke detectors are essential in-home safety devices; strategically placing them throughout your house is essential. But what if there were a home tech device that could bolster a smoke detector’s effectiveness by spotting and notifying you of small flames before they have a chance to become large enough to produce smoke? That’s what the Flame Detector does; it is designed to spot even small flames before they get out of hand and become a disaster.

Baseus Security S1 Pro Outdoor Dual Camera 3K 2-Cam Kit

Events, News

Baseus Security S1 Pro Is a Solar-Powered Dual Camera System That Offers Reliable Home Protection

The Baseus Security S1 Pro is a new option in home security that merges practicality with smart technology. This might be the solution if you’ve been looking for a way to keep your home secure without constantly worrying about charging your cameras. The Baseus Security S1 Pro is the world’s first solar-powered tracking security camera system, designed to maximize energy efficiency while providing robust surveillance features.

Morphy Richards ductless portable air conditioner in the kitchen

Crowdfunding, Events, News

Stay Cool Anywhere with the Morphy Richards Ductless Portable Air Conditioner

Morphy Richards, the UK-based brand well-known for its kitchen appliances, has moved into a new category with its latest innovation: the world’s first ductless portable air conditioner. If you’ve considered buying a traditional portable air conditioner for your space but didn’t have a way to vent hot air out of a window through the required duct, you’ll want to check out the Morphy Richards ductless portable air conditioner, which is about to debut on Kickstarter.

Whynter ARC-1059

News

Whynter ARC-1050XPH: A Smart Portable Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier, and Heater Combo for Year-Round Comfort

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.

The author's home lit by the Govee Outdoor Triad Floodlight

Reviews, Outdoors

Govee Outdoor Triad Floodlight Review: Durable, 4500-Lumen Smart Lighting That Offers Versatile Customization

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…

Stock image of a Roku TV for the Roku TV sale

Deals

Upgrade Your Viewing Experience with These Massive RokuTV Deals!

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.

Sonos Prime Day Deals Offers up to 29% Off on Some of Their Most Popular Speakers

Deals

Sonos Prime Day Deals Offers up to 29% Off on Some of Their Most Popular Speakers

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.

Using the Arlo Security Tag to disarm the home from a Wireless Video Doorbell (2nd generation) outside the home's door.

News

The Arlo Security Tag Adds Even More Convenience to Your Arlo Home Security System

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.

The Safemo 2-Camera & Hub Set P1 with 5W Solar Panels Offers a Local, AI-based Home Security System

Gear Bits

The Safemo 2-Camera & Hub Set P1 with 5W Solar Panels Offers a Local, AI-based Home Security System

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.

Vivint Chime Extender Review: Never Miss Another Visitor

Reviews

Vivint Chime Extender Review: Never Miss Another Visitor

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.

Home lit up with Jasco Eternity Lights

Gear Bits

Hang Enbrighten Eternity Lights Once, and You’ll Enjoy Permanent Outdoor Accent and Holiday Lighting Year-Round

There’s something magical about lighted neighborhoods during the holidays. Whether the lights are a minimalistic white or an over-the-top cha-cha display, I love looking at their festive effect. Even so, I’ve never strung lights on my own home; I’ve always thought that doing so would be a hassle, especially since you have to remove them a month or so later and have a safe place to store them. But the new  Enbrighten Eternity Lights are making me rethink my stance; they are permanent outdoor LED lights that, once installed, remain in place year-round, providing many outside lighting options.