Ring Camera and Doorbell FPS (Frame Per Second) – Why It Matters

Ring Stick Up Cam Video Clear Footage

Our Ring cameras and Ring doorbells are vital parts of our home security. So it stands to reason that when we view our smart camera footage, one of the most important factors is that we can actually decipher what we’re looking at. It makes all the difference to know whether we’re looking at a person … Read more

Does Ring Work Better on 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz Wi-Fi? (Can You Force it to One or the Other?)

Ring Spotlight Cam installed outdoors

Though it’s been around since about 1999, the 5 GHz band of Wi-Fi has become increasingly popular more so in the years following 2009 when home networks were first becoming popular. 5 GHz Wi-fi is a short-range, but high-speed band of Wi-Fi, and is often praised as being the best band to connect your devices … Read more

Can Govee Lightstrips Be Extended?

LE LED Light Strips

Putting up light strips in your home is one of the most fun and entertaining ways to add a pop of color to your décor. Whether you want some mood lighting after a long day of work, or soft lighting for a pathway at night, light strips are definitely the way to go. While there … Read more

Why Your Wyze Cam Image Is Upside Down – And How to Fix It!

Wyze Cam footage upside down

Wyze cameras have undoubtedly become one of the most popular smart home cameras on the market. This is due in part to their ease of use, compact size, and affordability. But just as with all technology, sometimes, things go wrong. One issue that some Wyze users have run into is their camera footage not displaying … Read more

The Ring Doorbell – Does it Count as a Security System to Homeowner’s Insurance?

Ring Video Doorbell 2020 release

If you own a home, you no doubt have homeowner’s insurance, in fact it’s acutally a requirement that you do! You also no doubt want to make sure you maximize whatever discounts may be available to you. One way many homeowners save on their insurance, is by using a security system to protect their home. … Read more

Wyze Cam Says ‘SD Card Not Available’? Here’s What To Do

Wyze SD card slot with SD card partially inserted

Error messages! Whether they’re from your computer, phone, or car – we all hate them! The fixes often involve a lot of work, complicated measures, or are just plain costly. Now, what if this happens with one or more of your smart cameras? The most common problem people run into when it comes to their … Read more

Is It Weird To Have Smart Cameras INSIDE Your House?

Wyze Cam v2

Smart home cameras are very commonplace today, and many people agree that having them around the outside of your home is a good idea, especially for security reasons. But what about smart cameras inside of your home?  Some people are skeptical about the idea of having an object inside of their home that’s able to watch and … Read more

Can My Neighbor’s Ring See Onto My Property?

Ring Doorbell Zoomed In

Security is one of the main concerns for everyone these days. This is especially true when it comes to the ongoing threat of home security. From an increase in home burglaries, to those pesky porch pirates, everyone is looking for peace of mind. When a neighbor installs Ring cameras, it’s understood to be for the … Read more

How to Adjust the Voice Volume on the Ring Doorbell

Ring Video Doorbell 2020 release

One of the biggest conveniences of having a doorbell camera is being able to not only see who’s at the door but speak to them too. This is especially useful if you’re indisposed at the moment and can’t get to the door in time. But it’d probably be even better if that person can actually hear you … Read more

Can I Use Alexa Instead of Hive Hub?

The Hive Hub

No one likes a lot of clutter – unless of course, you’re one of those hoarder folks. But in general, most people don’t like clutter or extra, unnecessary stuff. This includes extra tech. We all want our smart homes to be streamlined, well-oiled machines as it were, and don’t want to deal with things that … Read more