5 furniture ideas that will brighten up any room

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 Have you been watching the summer sunshine stream in your window and realized that your home décor is looking a little dull? Brighten up your living space with these five simple furniture ideas!

Keeping your home “lived in” while you are away

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Continuing our look at the ‘connected home’ let’s take a look at the idea of keeping your home ‘lived in’ while you’re travelling. This is especially handy this time of year while the weather warms up and many of us start making plans to travel and get out a lot more. Whether you’ve got a road trip or a vacation coming up, home security can be a concern while you’re away. With all the smart home technology you can employ nowadays it’s easy to give your home the appearance of remaining occupied as usual even though you’re out and about. If your home will be unoccupied for an extended period of time this can be particularly useful.

Ride into the Future with Hoverboards & Unicycles!

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Have you ever wished you could ride in style as you cruise down your street? Well, now you can! No, I’m not talking about riding in a Limo, a Mercedes-Benz, or a Lamborghini. I mean riding on an electric hoverboard or unicycle!   While neither unicycles nor skatetboards are new ideas, it’s certainly an interesting twist to electrify either of them. If you’d like to learn more about just how these exciting new modes of transportation work, click on through and read all about it. Who knows, maybe by next week you’ll be scooting along to work on an electric hoverboard or unicycling through your local park? The future has finally arrived!

Should I add a Smart Camera to my home

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Do you ever sit at work wondering what is happening back at your home? Would you like to keep a better eye on things back at your abode when you’re not around? Fortunately, there are a wide range of Wi-Fi cams out there for every user and every budget, so it is easier than ever to add that extra level of security to your living space. But, do you really need one? We take a look at IP home cameras, and answer the question, “Should I add a Smart Camera to my home?”

Light up your life … on a patio

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Last weekend was a scorcher; and as someone who relishes tropical climates and often wonders why she hasn’t yet moved to one, I ate it up. But on Sunday night, as I was enjoying a glass of wine and a new book on my balcony, something tragic happened–the sun set. You might wonder why that’s tragic, but when you live in an apartment that has a small balcony that isn’t equipped with an electrical outlet, sunset means no light, and no light means no outdoor reading. So for those of you who, like me, have a small outdoor space, here are some patio lighting options that will ensure you can remain outside until you say it’s time to go in; or at least until you finish the chapter you’re reading!

Best sound bars of 2024: Top picks for premium home audio

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Discover the best sound bars of 2024! From budget-friendly options to high-end models featuring Dolby Atmos, there’s something for everyone.

Why we need Air Conditioning – not just for Comfort!

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  As far back as the Ancient Romans there is evidence of air-conditioned homes. Water from the aqueducts were circulated through their walls of to cool them. However, the first electrical air conditioner was invented by Willis Carrier in 1902. He invented it not for comfort, but for a publishing company to keep down the temperature and humidity so the paper did not expand or contract. Since then air conditioning has become one of the most significant engineering achievements of the last century and has impacted the economy and the world in many ways. If you think comfort is the only reason you need air conditioning in your home, think again as there are many other benefits.

NAMM 2014: ESP Guitars – Works of Art

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From what I understand, Best Buy and ESP are negotiating an exclusive model of their guitars that you can only get through Best Buy. Unfortunately, I can’t share any details about that deal at this point in time.   However, I took a spin through the ESP booth today and was left speechless by what I saw. There are some beautifully crafted guitars hanging on the walls throughout the booth. The folks at ESP obviously like building guitars and are very creative …. to the extreme! To placate your interest, take a look at the photos of the models we found there…

Save energy with new appliances

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When it comes to saving electricity, a good place to start is looking at your old appliances. If your home is filled with older models they are not going to be ENERGY STAR rated and may cost you more money in the long run.

Keyboards and wireless peripherals for your tablet at school

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Tablets are a handy tool to have for school, but they're best when used with wireless accessories. Here are just a few of the best to help you get a leg up on the school year.