Spring Renewal with Mario Armstrong

Spring has officially arrived, and there is no better time to hit the reset button on your routine! Whether you’re looking to revitalize your living space or give your daily tech a much-needed upgrade, we’ve got you covered. Digital Lifestyle Expert Mario Armstrong and IntheNews.tv teamed up with a few brands to help us navigate the best of the season. From home safety to a high-tech printer and smart shades for the home, Mario is sharing his top must-haves for a seamless transition into spring.

Ensuring your home is as safe as it is clean is a vital part of any seasonal refresh, starting with the systems that help protect your family 24/7.

Kidde’s Combo Smoke + CO Alarm, 10-Year Battery Powered and Kidde’s Smoke Alarm, 10-Year Battery Powered

Kidde’s DETECT line of devices offer the latest technology that provides over 25% faster¹ and 3x more precise² smoke detection, giving individuals and families more time to react and get to safety. This spring, Kidde, North America’s #1 home fire safety brand³, is highlighting the need for regular maintenance and the move toward self-testing tech, like the Kidde Smoke Alarm, 10-Year Battery Powered or the Combo Smoke + CO Alarm, 10-Year Battery Powered, which last a full decade. These alarms offer enhanced sensing technology to reduce false alarms often caused by cooking, which helps prevent consumers from disabling their devices⁴.

^{1 29% faster average smoke detection based on internal testing of smoldering wood fires for Kidde 9th Edition vs. leading competitor 8th Edition products
2 In terms of consistency and range of obscuration rate, based on internal testing for Kidde 9th Edition vs. leading competitor 8th Edition products
3 Based on internal estimates of total household installations as of December 2023
4 See user guide on Kidde.com for more information on Kidde’s patented photoelectric technology}

Designed to help solve the frustration of expensive cartridges, this printer delivers cartridge-free printing with high-capacity ink tanks and reliable performance for worry-free home office printing.

EcoTank ET-3950 Wireless All-in-One Color Supertank Printer

The EcoTank ET-3950 is a spring tech solution for busy families, home offices and creative households. Its cartridge-free system with high-capacity refillable ink tanks helps eliminate the hassle of frequently replacing cartridges. Users can print schoolwork, office documents, family photos, and creative projects without the worry of running out of ink. It offers convenient wireless and mobile capabilities and robust features including an Auto Document Feeder, a built-in scanner, and a 2.4” color display.

Powered by PrecisionCore® Heat-Free technology, the ET-3950 delivers sharp, high-quality prints, making it a practical, easy solution for families balancing work, school and everyday printing needs year-round.

Enhance your sense of comfort by seamlessly managing light and privacy as your needs shift.

GE Smart Shades

GE smart shades offer a sleek, modern way to upgrade your home with effortless comfort and control. These motorized shades feature whisper‑quiet operation, a long‑lasting rechargeable battery and simple, screw‑free installation that keeps hardware hidden for a clean look. Available in blackout or light‑filtering fabrics, they’re designed to blend seamlessly into any décor. With Matter compatibility, they integrate easily with smart home platforms like Alexa, Google Home and SmartThings, or you can use the included remote for quick control. GE smart shades deliver convenience, style and smart functionality at an accessible price.

*Content Provided and Sponsored by Kidde, Epson America, Inc., and GE Lighting, a Savant company.