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TP-Link Tapo C420 Outdoor Security Camera Review: C420S1 with H200 Hub & A200 Solar Panel
ByJames Smythe September 11, 2023March 22, 2026
With the current surge in home automation and smart living, security cameras have evolved from being just another piece of tech to a crucial part of our daily lives. One player making significant strides in this space is TP-Link, with their Tapo C420 Outdoor Security Camera. TP-Link Tapo C420S2 Specification Table TP-Link Tapo C420 Features…
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Reolink Duo Floodlight PoE Surveillance Camera Review
ByJames Smythe September 9, 2023March 22, 2026
I have previously reviewed the Reolink Duo PoE, Duo 4G and the Reolink Duo 2 WiFi and have been impressed with all of them. The original Reolink Duo was a fantastic concept but was let down slightly by using two separate camera feeds. The Reolink Duo 2 fixed this issue and stitched the two feeds…
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Aqara Smart Wall Switch H1 (With neutral) Review vs No Neutral EU
ByJames Smythe September 8, 2023March 22, 2026
I have previously reviewed the no-neutral Aqara Smart Wall Switch H1 EU, and I love it. So much so that I have bought several more and now have them for many of our home light switches. More recently, I had my loft converted and decided to get the upstairs lights required at the same time,…
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Aqara LED Strip T1 Review – RGBCCT Segmented / Gradient Light Strip with Matter & HomeKit Support
ByJames Smythe September 6, 2023March 22, 2026
The Aqara LED Strip T1 was launched in the middle of August and is the first light strip that Aqara has made. There may be hundreds of light strip options on the market, many of which are more affordable than this. Still, the Aqara LED Strip T1 is a feature-rich light strip with tuneable white…
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The best smart mapping robotic vacuums for multi-room cleaning in the UK [Camera vSLAM & LiDAR Mapping]
ByJames Smythe August 26, 2023
Robot vacuums have boomed in popularity in recent years, for good reason, no one enjoys vacuuming. I have reviewed a lot of robotic vacuums, most of them being Eufy RoboVac vacuums, but also other brands. I use the Eufy daily in my kitchen, and it has worked amazing. However, it doesn’t clean all the rooms…
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Aqara Door and Windows Sensor P2 Review – Matter over Thread Sensor with HomeKit
ByJames Smythe August 22, 2023March 22, 2026
The P2 Door and Window Sensor, retailing at $29.99 / £29.99 / €32.99, was launched at the start of July and is the first sensor from Aqara to have native matter support that can be integrated directly into third-party Matter-enabled smart homes without needing an Aqara hub for its operation. However, by pairing the sensor…
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Best No Neutral Smart Light Switches – Zigbee and WiFi Light Switches for UK Homes
ByJames Smythe August 7, 2023April 1, 2026
Traditional UK wiring did not run the neutral wire to the light switch. Typically, only the live (and switched live) wire would run to the switch, while the neutral wire would be present only at the light fitting and at the consumer unit (fuse box or circuit breaker panel). In recent years, there’s been a…
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TP-Link Tapo S210 Smart Light Switch Review vs Aqara Smart Wall Switch H1 – No Neutral Smart Light Switches
ByJames Smythe August 4, 2023March 22, 2026
This year, TP-Link Tapo expanded its product range to include a new H100 Smart Home Hub and a newer, more powerful H200 smart hub. As part of this launch, Tapo released a range of sensors, including the Tapo T110 contact sensor, T310 temperature and humidity sensor, and the T100 motion sensor. They also launched several…
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Dreo Falcon S Air Circulator Smart Fan Review -Model – CF714S / DR-HAF004S
ByJames Smythe August 1, 2023March 22, 2026
I have written quite a lot of fans over the past few years. I am quite obsessive about them, depending on your needs, you can’t just buy any old pedestal fan; they are often too noisy for sleeping or even quiet office environments. Being a gadget blog, I love the idea of smart fans, but…
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5 Best Access Control Systems in 2023
ByJames Smythe July 29, 2023April 1, 2026
Physical security remains a top concern for businesses in 2023, with reports suggesting 75% of organizations consider business security to be an increasing priority. The cornerstone of any effective physical security system continues to be well-managed access control, though with so many different options available to businesses, it can be difficult to find an appropriate…
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