Power to the People (and Their Wallets) The Eight Tree smart plugs offer exceptional value for money. They’re packed with features usually found in more expensive models, making them a fantastic option for anyone looking to gain control over their energy usage without breaking the bank. Pros Cons Competative priceFeature richEasy to setup Bulky designNo
A Bright Idea, Dimly Executed Overall, the MagicGlow bulbs are a bright idea with a somewhat dim execution. They offer affordability and versatility but fall short in terms of practicality and smart home integration. Pros Cons Good Value For MoneyBrightVersatileGreat Battery Life Missing Smart FeaturesWon’t Charge Via OutletClunky First Party RemoteNo RGB Options For Extra
I am going to preface this review by stating I am a bit of a coffee snob. In my daily life, I use a Delonghi Bean to Cup machine and take my beans, grind level and overall coffee experience perhaps more seriously than I should. That said however I firmly believe there is a place for Pod-style coffee machines such as Nespresso and the Vertuo Pop is one of the most cost-effective ways of getting a taste for what can only be described as good, artisanal coffee.
If you have ever read any of my other smart home product reviews you may notice one of my biggest complaints is a lack of support for the walled garden that is Apple HomeKit, I mean sure there are ways to add unsupported devices if your technically savvy and have the time to tinker but for most brands and devices you are paying a hefty premium for the security and ease of use that is promised by HomeKit support. Enter Meross, a relatively well-known brand in the Smarthome tech space that focuses on budget-friendly devices with elegant designs while still…
The arrival of this box marked my first experience with Flic, but I've seen a few of my favourite YouTube smart home channels talk about their buttons and how nice they are to use, so this one came with a level of excitement. The question therefore becomes was it worth the wait?
If you have ever read any of my other smarthome product reviews you may notice one of my biggest complaints is a lack of support for the walled garden that is apple HomeKit, I mean sure there are ways to add unsupported devices if your technically savvy and have the time to tinker but for most brands and devices you are paying a hefty premium for the security and ease of use that is promised by HomeKit support. Enter Meross, a relatively well known brand in the Smarthome tech space who focus on budget while still gaining entry into the…
Cololight is a well-established player in the smart lighting scene for offering budget-friendly and unique RGB light solutions for gamers and streamers alike. Enter the COLO PLAY their first foray into macropods and smart displays akin to the Elgato Stream Deck with a few extra smart display features up its sleeve all packaged up into a convenient desktop controller.
it’s a Zigbee hub, it’s an IR blaster, it’s a really good quality camera with some of the smartest features you’ll find anywhere. It’s a security alarm, it feels well made and it’s one of the cutest bits of tech you’re likely to find
Setting up the light was a breeze, holding the power button on the controller for a few seconds entered bluetooth pairing mode and from there just launch the app, and provide a wifi password and it was done. the process was painless and quick.
One of my favourite RGB lights yet Pros Cons Affordable.Heavily customizableUnique Design No HomeKit SupportSlightly misleading marketingApp is hard to navigate at times Whenever I look at ways to accessorise my gaming and office space, I like many turn to RGB lights such as the Nanoleaf and Phillips hue but these options can be expensive