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What are HEPA filters, and can you clean them?

HEPA filters have become an increasingly common option in smart homes for those who really, really want to make sure they’re removing every bit of allergen or potential infectious particle. Often found in air purifiers, a HEPA (high-efficiency particul…

How to charge a Ring Video Doorbell

Ring’s many generations of its video doorbell are one of the most popular options for monitoring your front stoop, porch, backdoors, and wherever else you can place one of these surveillance devices.

Quick to install and easy to use, a number of Rin…

The top 6 outdoor smart speakers for your garden

As the weather gets warmer and we start to plan outdoor get-togethers, it’s time to think about outdoor music, too. If you’ve got a sunny spot on your deck, lawn, or by your garden, you’ll probably want some tunes to accompany your outdoor activities. …

4K security camera vs. 1080p video comparison

When it comes to security cameras, there are a lot of different factors in choosing the best one for you. Between innovative features, hardware components, and the ecosystem you use at home, there’s no shortage of cameras that can be a perfect fit. Res…

How to install an Arlo doorbell

Arlo’s Essential Video Doorbell is a pricey way to add security to your front door, but it also gives you a lot of software features to help identify strangers. This model is a great addition if you’re already in the Arlo home security system.

For t…

5 health benefits of smart air purifiers, according to science

If you’re going to spend money on a high-tech air purifier with multiple filters and handy smart technology, it’d be nice to know if it works, right? If you’re looking at air purifiers and wondering if they really can make your air cleaner and safer, o…

The 4 best wireless outdoor home security cameras

Sometimes the area where you want to place a camera is nowhere near an outlet or maybe there’s no way to hide the wires. Cable management is a big thing for aesthetics and seeing your power, network, and AV cables everywhere can make your home look mes…

How to hide security camera wires outside your home

Valuing function over form is not an excuse for having bad-looking tech around your home. Fortunately, cable management is one of those tasks that can help all your devices blend seamlessly into your home. Here are the best ways to hide power and netwo…