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How to remove a home from your Yale account Keychain
There are a few different ways to remove a lock or property from your Yale Keychain. Here's a look at how it works for both lock owners and guests.
How to format the microSD card on Tapo security cameras
If you want to use local storage on your Tapo device, you'll need to figure out how to format your microSD card. Here's a look at how the process works.
How to fix a Yale Assure Lock 2 that won’t connect to Wi-Fi
If your Yale Assure Lock 2 is having trouble connecting to Wi-Fi, there's an easy way to fix the problem. Here's what you need to know.
How to save Ring Doorbell video without a subscription
You can record video with a Ring Doorbell, but to access it, you need a subscription. Here's what else you need to know about saving videos.
How to fix an Amazon Smart Thermostat that’s unresponsive
If you're looking to fix an unresponsive Amazon Smart Thermostat, there are plenty of troubleshooting steps you can try. Here's what you need to know.
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ vs. iRobot Roomba Combo Essential: Which is better for you?
The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ is a highly autonomous robot vacuum, but how does it stack up to the more affordable (and newer) Roomba Combo Essential?
Does the Pan-Tilt Mount work with the Blink Mini 2?
The original Pan-Tilt Mount is not compatible with the Blink Mini 2. Here's a closer look at why that's the case, along with alternatives to consider.
Ring Battery Doorbell Pro vs. Aqara G4: Which is the better video doorbell?
The Ring Battery Doorbell Pro is a great video doorbell, but how does it stack up to the affordable Aqara G4? Here's a closer look at these two unique devices.
How to clean the Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo
There are a lot of moving pieces on the Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo, but keeping it clean is surprisngly easy. Here's what you'll need to do.
Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo vs. Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni: what’s new on the X2 Combo?
The Ecovacs Deebot X2 Combo offers both a robot vacuum and cordless vacuum in one nifty package, but how does it stack up to the older Deebot X2 Omni?
How to set up the Blink Mini 2 as a chime
The Blink Mini 2 can serve as a chime for your Blink Video Doorbell. Here's a look at how to sync the two together and get them working in just a few minutes.
How to fix the ‘unreachable’ error on Nanoleaf Skylight
Trying to fix the unreachable error on the Nanoleaf Skylight? The problem can be frustrating, but the good news is that it's easy to resolve.
How to fix the most common Blink Mini 2 problems
Here's a look at how to fix the most common Blink Mini 2 problems, including poor video quality, inaccurate motion detection, and red indicator LED lights.
How to clean the Narwal Freo X Ultra
The Narwal Freo X Ultra doesn't require much maintenance, but you should still clean it at regular intervals. Here's a look at what that entails.
How to mount your Blink Mini 2 security camera
If you want to mount your Blink Mini 2, you'll be glad to know it's an easy process. Here's a look at how it works, along with how to flip your video if needed.
How to reset Philips Hue bulbs and light strips
Philips Hue bulbs are easy to reset. Learn how to return your smart lights to their factory settings with or without the bridge accessory.
What to do if your Amazon Alexa app is not working
Experiencing issues with the Amazon Alexa app? Here are a few ways you can fix an unresponsive Alexa app or one that's not working as intended.
How to use all Amazon Alexa alarm clock features
Are you interested in using Alexa on your Echo or other devices as an alarm? Alexa can manage a variety of alarm options, and we'll show you have to use them!
How to convert your window blinds into smart blinds
Smart blinds can be prohibitively expensive, but DIY conversion kits can save money while providing all of the same benefits.
How to fix a Ring doorbell that won’t chime
If your Ring video doorbell won't chime, there are a few things you'll need to check. Here's a comprehensive walkthrough to get your chime working properly.
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra vs. Roborock S8 Pro Ultra: Which is the best robot vacuum?
Along with their names, the Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra and Roborock S8 Pro Ultra share a lot of similarities. But there are a few key differences to be aware of.
The most common Instant Pot problems and how to fix them
Instant Pots are safe, high-tech, and can do almost anything -- but they can be tough to figure out. We list common Instant Pot problems and how to fix them.
Narwal Freo X Ultra vs. Narwal Freo: What’s the difference between these robot vacuums?
The Narwal Freo X Ultra is a much better robot vacuum than the old Narwal Freo, but is it worth the hefty price? Here's what you need to know.
