Tired of those nagging little frustrations that keep your “Home Sweet Home” from being a “Home Smart Home”? We’re talking about that Wi-Fi dead zone that kicks in the moment you step outside, or having a more reliable and affordable Internet service, and not having to worry about securing your Amazon online orders from porch pirates or the weather, maybe the silent dread of an unexpected water leak, or having a better way to manage your smart home. Good news! Tech Expert Marc Saltzman and InTheNews.TV partnered with some top brands to demystify smart home technology and showcase brilliant innovations designed to banish these daily inconveniences. Get ready to discover easy tech fixes that genuinely make home life smoother, safer, and undeniably better—because isn’t that exactly what technology should do for us?
It’s the summer season and we want to spend more time outside of our home, but we don’t want to lose our WiFi…no worries, eero has a solution!
eero Outdoor 7
eero Outdoor 7 is the foundation of smart home connectivity, delivering weatherproof wifi that transforms your outdoor living spaces. With an impressive IP66 rating protecting against dust, rain, and snow, this powerful mesh wifi device extends your eero network to the great outdoors and operates in extreme temperatures from -40°F to 130°F. Enjoy lightning-fast Wi-Fi 7 speeds across your entire backyard with reliable coverage up to 15,000 square feet – perfect for powering everything from security cameras to your poolside or hammock lounging streaming sessions. The easy app-based install includes mounting accessories for virtually any surface, providing complete control of your network from anywhere.
- Available for purchase online at eero.com, Amazon.com and in-store at Target, Walmart and Best Buy.
- For more information, visit eero.com/shop/eero-outdoor-7.
Having Internet service should be easy and affordable. Here’s a hassle free solution perfect for homeowners or renters from T-Mobile!
T-Mobile 5G Home Internet
Whether you’re moving into a new place or upgrading your home with smart devices, T-Mobile 5G Home Internet makes connecting easy and affordable. Plans start at just $35/month, and right now, switching brings extra savings — like up to a $300 gift card and coverage of early termination fees from your previous provider. All Home Internet plans offer a 5-year price guarantee, unlimited data and an easy 15-minute setup process, plus customers never have to worry about annual contracts or equipment fees. Select plans also include perks like free Hulu and Paramount+ subscriptions, Advanced Cybersecurity and 24/7 smart home device support.
- Available for purchase online at T-Mobile.com/home-internet and in T-Mobile retail stores.
- For more information, visit T-Mobile.com/home-internet.
If you’re an Amazon Prime Member, here’s a service to help secure and protect your Amazon orders!
Amazon Key
Amazon Key In-Garage Delivery is a convenient and secure way to have your Amazon packages, Amazon Fresh orders, and Whole Foods Market orders delivered inside your garage and protected from theft, bad weather, and more. It’s compatible with the majority of smart garages and exclusive for Prime members.
- Available exclusively for Prime members.
- For more information, visit amazon.com/tryamazonkey.
Did you know that water damage at home is claimed six times more than fire and eight times more than theft? Here’s an innovative device from Moen that can help!
The Moen Flo Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff
This innovative device constantly monitors the pressure and flow rate of the water moving through your home’s pipes, detecting leaks as small as a drop per minute. If a leak is detected, you’ll receive an alert through the app, and the Flo Smart Water Monitor & Shutoff can automatically shut off your water to prevent a minor leak from causing major damage.
- Available for purchase and for more information, visit shop.moen.com/pages/flo-smart-water-monitor.
Summer often brings higher electric bills, but Vivint has a smarter way to help manage your home energy and smart home!
Vivint Smart Home
Vivint is a leading U.S. smart home company redefining the home experience through intelligent products and services that help millions of customers live in smarter, safer, more efficient homes. Vivint’s integrated platform combines security, energy management, and automation, delivering a fully connected experience with a human touch that offers customers greater control of homes, anytime, from anywhere. Every Vivint system includes professional installation and personalized setup from Vivint home experts, plus award-winning 24/7 customer support and monitoring.
- For more information and to purchase, visit Vivint.com.