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Nabu Casa

Home Assistant Green - Smart Home hub with Advanced Automati...

The small box that finally puts all your smart gadgets in one place

8.5/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Value for money ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Design ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Durability ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Performance ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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Aqara

Smart Doorbell Camera G410 with Chime, 2K, HomeKit Secure Vi...

A nerd-friendly doorbell that loves Apple Home (but the app is clunky)

8.1/10 ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Value for money ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Design ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Battery ★★★★★ ★★★★★

Durability ★★★★★ ★★★★★

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Last posts

How a ring garage door opener transforms smart garage security and control

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10/03/2026

How a ring garage door opener transforms smart garage security and control

Learn how a ring garage door opener integrates with myQ, Aladdin Connect, and Amazon Key to secure your smart garage, manage deliveries, and improve control.

by Olivier-Paul Huguenin

ecobee Total Security and Savings Bundle Review: one ecosystem for comfort, security, and lower bills (if you’re willing to tinker)

Product Test

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10/02/2026

ecobee Total Security and Savings Bundle Review: one ecosystem for comfort, security, and lower bills (if you’re willing to tinker)

★★★★★ ★★★★★

Overall, the ecobee Total Security and Savings Bundle is a solid choice if you want to upgrade both your comfort and basic home security in one shot, and you’re okay dealing with a more involved setup. The thermostat is the star here: accurate, good-looking, and genuinely helpful for trimming your h...

by Elliot Sable

Exploring the Benefits of Z-Wave Door Sensors

Third-Party Smart Devices

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14/03/2025

Exploring the Benefits of Z-Wave Door Sensors

Learn about the advantages and functionalities of Z-Wave door sensors for enhancing home security and automation.

by Elliot Sable