Review

With so many two-income families at work each day, home security is important. It can even provide safety for families that are at home. Someone tried to break-in to my home while we were asleep, and fortunately I woke up in time and was able to scare him away. That was before I had a security system! A security system is an excellent deterrent as there are so many unprotected homes burglars generally won’t  risk a protected one. I particularly like camera systems because they not only deter thieves but also vandals who get some sick joy out of destroying property.   I already have a Q-See Surveillance System installed in my house, but recently got a chance to test out a couple of Lorex Wireless Security Surveillance Systems and see how they compare. In fairness, the 2 Lorex packages that I tested out were smaller configurations, but with the same primary function – cameras that can monitor and record activity. All three systems have some significant differences that are worth knowing about.

Smartwatches running on Android Wear have had a tough go of it since first launching to some fanfare last year. Part of it has to do with the slow appeal of the category as a whole, but the rest can be chalked off to a platform that needs to grow up. With the second-generation Moto 360, Motorola has made a case for putting out a serious contender to win over some hearts and wrists.

Having never seen a Cole Haan handbag, online or in-person, before I was unsure whether I would become a fan. But after taking three different bags for a spin, I now understand why so many are 'crazy for Cole Haan'.

D-Link’s DIR-862L is a new entry in the class of next generation of wireless routers and should provide a boost to your Wi-Fi network, even if all your devices aren’t yet 802.11ac capable. I tested the DIR-862L and found it delivers a solid upgrade to an older network, while D-Link’s optional mobile app-based configuration and network management made setup and fine-tuning a breeze.  

When it comes to big phones, or “phablets” as some still term them, Samsung’s Note line was the catalyst four years ago. The Galaxy Note7 is a culmination in two strides that borrows from other Samsung devices, yet manages to look different enough to stand out. The result is one of the best all-around handsets to come to market this year.

Today I’m looking at the Osmo Genius iPad Learning Game Kit, which is a really amazing game system for the iPad. The kit comes with all the accessories you will need to play the five apps that are downloadable on the app store. Read on to see what I found out, and what my 10 year old son and I loved about the Osmo Genius Kit.

The Logitech G Cloud is a portable cloud streaming gaming device. It comes with a 7" IPS display with a 1920 x 1080p resolution.

Looking for the Cadillac of smart locks? The Alfred DB2S provides multiple ways to lock and unlock a door so you never worry about keys again.

Another Code Recollection on Nintendo Switch is an impressive remaster that brings back two beloved Nintendo classics in a whole new light.

Sony SRS-RA3000 wireless speaker offers a rock-solid wireless performance that really shines when you listen to clean, original audio.