We're big fans of the Wyze cameras here at Stacey on IoT. I had the first generation unit for a while and found it a steal for $20. Kevin Tofel tried the second generation Wyze camera that also sold for $20, and loved it. So two weeks ago when Wyze … [Read more...]
Wyze Came v2 review: You get a lot of webcam for just $20
I recently recouped all of the money I spent (and then some) on a Nest web cam when our parked car was hit in front of our house. Thanks to the camera footage, I was able to prove who damaged our vehicle and saved myself more than $1,400 in … [Read more...]
CleverPet is for clever dogs only
In the last three months I had the chance to play with a very expensive dog toy. The CleverPet is a connected pet toy that dispenses treats as your pet becomes used to playing a Simple Simon-style game using a touchpad and lights. The idea is … [Read more...]
Mango Mirror on the wall, who’s the healthiest of them all?
Connected mirrors are one of those divisive devices that people either love or hate. The idea of getting relevant information while you do your makeup or brush your teeth is appealing to folks who want information wherever they look. Others view … [Read more...]
Fibaro HomeKit sensors for doors, windows and motion: Smart and sleek
Now that I’ve finally moved my smart home devices from the Wink Hub 2 to the Samsung SmartThings Link, it’s time to test some new HomeKit devices. First on the menu are two items from Fibaro, which sent us a $60 Door/Window sensor and a $70 Motion … [Read more...]