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After two weeks of testing, I found the Ring Alarm 5 Piece Kit to be the best DIY security system because it has free self-monitoring or professional monitoring for $10/month. Setup & Support (A+): * You install your system with the Ring phone app. You scan the QR codes located
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The SimpliSafe 5 Piece Security System has a better build quality than other systems on the market, but it’s almost useless without the $25/month plan. Setup & Support (B-): * Most smart home products have an interactive, step-by-step walkthrough in the app for installation. I love phone app installations
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After a month of testing, I determined Skybell HD could have been an excellent budget option because of its free cloud recordings, but it’s not reliable enough to recommend. Setup (C): * You’ll need wired power from your previous doorbell. * It only runs on the 2.4GHz WiFi band,
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After two weeks with the Polariod Zip, I determinded that it’s solid as long as you’re not expecting premium prints. Software (C+): * The app wasn’t built by a software-first company. My advice: don’t worry about editing, filtering or cropping your photos in the printer app. Edit
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After a couple weeks of testing, I determined that the HP Sprocket is as good as any portable printer on the market and worth a buy if you understand that the prints won’t be perfect. Software (C): * You need to print from your phone (iOS or Android). You can’
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Powerbeats Pro provide a more secure fit and better playback controls compared to AirPods and AirPods Pro, which is great for those who want to exercise with them. Sound: B+ * The sound quality is an upgrade from the original AirPods because of the extra clarity and sound separation with more
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if you’re an Android user, want premium sound, or need a guaranteed fit, Bose SoundSport Free are the way to go. Sound: A * Bose SoundSport Free earbuds’ sound is unparalleled. * You get an incredible level of depth, bass, and clarity that I’ve never experienced in true wireless earbuds.
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I determined Apple AirPods 2 are the best true wireless headphones because of the lightweight, comfortable fit, seamless pairing and switching, and unique software features. Sound: C+ * I’m not an audiophile, but it’s clear AirPods don’t deliver anything close to premium sound. However, it’s good enough
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I recommend Linksys Velop (2-Set) for people who value better phone software over pure performance. Setup: B- * Velop’s phone setup is reliable, and the instructions are thorough, but sometimes you’ll experience slow loading times. A wheel spins for minutes without providing an update or confirmation that your settings
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After years of testing, I determined Spotify is the best music streaming service overall because it makes discovering new music easy and it’s compatible with all speaker systems. Music Discovery (A+): * Spotify shines in its ability to find new music. When you visit an artist’s page, Spotify recommends
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After years of testing, I determined Apple Music is good, but it’s only worthwhile if you’re deeply invested in the Apple ecosystem. Music Discovery (C): * Apple’s created a clone of Spotify’s Discover Weekly, called “My New Music Mix” and “My Chill Mix.” The playlists are awful
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Free Service (F): * The free service only saves the last three hours of snapshots; no video is recorded. In most cases, three hours doesn’t even give you enough time to view the snapshots and the snapshots are only a screenshot that doesn’t provide any value. * You’ll get