Smart home

Best Buy may be packed with the latest technology, gear and accessories from your favourite brands. But did you know it’s also the place to find some of the most innovative products launched on Kickstarter?

Amazon aims to roll out a very different level of intelligence with its latest group of Echo smart speakers that goes beyond simple queries.

Out of all of the things that have happened since we moved from a quiet cul-de-sac with neighbours to a 12-acre farm, having break-in after break-in has been the worst. Possessions can be replaced but when you lose the sense of security you have in your home? That’s really hard to get back. Thankfully we discovered Arlo smart home security, and I sleep better at night because of those cameras. Here’s my take on Arlo and how we use it on our property.

Looking for an alternative to paying for cloud subscription? The TP-Link Tapo smart cameras have microSD cards and 2K video resolution.

  The Internet of Things will ultimately change all of our lives for the better, and the Philips HUE lighting system is a great place to start. Imagine being able to control every aspect of your home with your Smartphone or tablet, and even have aspects of your home control itself based on a set of rules that you can customize. Philips Hue can take you there and do much more. It makes your lighting fun and convenient, while adding a lot of utility that can make your house more secure.

You can make it a memorable Valentine’s Day with a tech gift to bring you closer together. BestBuy.ca has you covered this year, and we’ve put together a list to get you started. 

Lighting is an essential component of smart homes. The Cync Smart LED Light Strip transforms any room with millions of colours with voice control.

Philips Hue has come out with a set of outdoor lights, and after using it, I think the Calla Outdoor Pathway light is a great addition to the Hue lineup.

I've had Nest Protect Wi-Fi Smoke and Carbon Monoxide in my home for 3 years and it's one of my favourite smart home devices. Here's why it's great to have the Nest Protect on your wall or ceiling.

Planning a Smart Home Security System is a snap. From choosing the right cameras to thinking about storage options, read on to help your plan come to life!