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CNET
09-06-2025
- CNET
Does Dad Like Tinkering? He'll Love These 5 Smart Home Gifts
If you're still looking for a great Father's Day gift -- and I know it can be hard sometimes -- smart home tech is a perfect place to start. If you know a father who loves to tinker away, work on hobbies, mess around with tech or generally experiment with things around the house, I've got give five ideal gifts he'll love to set up and solve problems only a dad could find. Aqara Protect Kit Aqara's mini system is great for watching over small spaces. Tyler Lacoma/CNET This tiny, standalone security system is perfect for a one-person setup to guard something they love. It comes with a central 2K indoor camera hub and three very small sensors to stick to any surface. There's a motion sensor, a vibration sensor, and an open/shut sensor, all which tie back into the camera and Aqara app for updates. The camera can sense motion and even gestures, among other AI tricks. This system is probably too small for a whole house but it's the perfect size for Dad's study, gaming room, closet or garage where he has things he may want to keep watch over. SwitchBot Air Quality Sensor Meter Pro SwitchBot's air quality monitor is the cheapest way we've found to watch air quality in your home. SwitchBot This air quality sensor is as easy as they come: Take it out, pull the battery tab, and it starts sensing humidity, temperature, carbon dioxide levels and more, wherever you put it. You can control and fine-tune settings with the app or monitor it from a distance, but it's not really necessary for on-the-spot readings. Dad can take this sensor everywhere to monitor temperatures in places that may be too hot or cold, narrow down where an AC or air purifier could do the best work, or pinpoint an air quality problem that's been irking him. Arlo Cam Essential Gen-2 Arlo's Essential model includes many great Arlo features at a more affordable price. Tyler Lacoma/CNET This outdoor-friendly security camera isn't just a way to keep an eye on the yard and barbecue. With an $8 Arlo subscription, it unlocks powerful AI recognition features that can do everything from recognize gunshots to learn specific objects and whether they suddenly appear or disappear. It's a great cam for both security and techy dads who like to play around with the latest features and see what devices can really do. Plus, dad can add a solar panel to this Arlo wireless cam so he never needs to worry about bringing it back in for charging. Emporia Smart Plug Emporia's smart plug let's you manage minute details of energy use. Tyler Lacoma/CNET If your dad loves saving money and tracking how home appliances are functioning, this is the smart plug for him. This plug comes with full energy management so users can see exactly how much electricity it's using over time. It allows detailed scheduling, or automated peak hour scheduling so it turns devices off when electricity is the most expensive. That makes it great for dads who are always telling you to turn off the lights. Amazon Echo Show 15 Widgets display on the home screen of the Echo Show 15 as a panel that swipes out from the side. Chris Monroe/CNET Dad can mount this large 15-inch Show smart display on his wall (or on a nearby counter) and get a hub to control all Alexa-connected smart devices, from looking through security cams to telling Alexa to turn up a connected thermostat or play his favorite band. It can also record and display reminders, give weather updates and show live sports clips. Users can even set up home screen widgets to keep an eye on specific data or one-touch app access, depending on what they like. And dad may also appreciate the built-in Fire TV capabilities if he's a Prime user and wants to stream a show. For more info on excellent smart home picks, take a look at the cheap home products our editors are still using, the best smart home devices, and the best smart gifts for renters.
Gizmodo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Gizmodo
Amazon Is Clearing Out the Ring Alarm 14-Piece Kit, It's Selling for Peanuts This Memorial Day
his Ring alarm kit is your strongest defense against break-ins. Home security is a top priority for any homeowner, but the high cost of professional monitoring and installation can often be a barrier. Traditional security systems with 24/7 surveillance can quickly add up, especially when you factor in monthly fees and long-term contracts. Fortunately, there's a smarter and more affordable way to protect your home: the Ring Alarm 14-Piece Kit. As of now, this whole house security system is available on Amazon for just $249, down from its normal price of $329, which is a 24% discount. This sale allows you to secure your whole home at a very decent price point, and with the Memorial Day sales in full swing, there has never been a better time to invest in having your mind at peace. See at Amazon Strong Protection at Lower Cost Ring Alarm kit (with 14 pieces) is specifically designed to offer strong protection for two to four-bedroom homes and is perfect for families, renters, or anyone who wishes to improve a security system. This kit is the most comprehensive in the Ring family of products, and it guarantees every point of entry and important location of your home to be secured. Inside the box, you'll find one Base Station, which acts as the central hub for your entire system. The Base Station connects all your sensors and devices, coordinating alerts and keeping your home protected around the clock. You also get two Keypads which are perfect for placing at your main entryways: These easy-to-use keypads allow you and your family to simply arm and disarm the system as you enter or leave without having to struggle with your phone every time you leave the house. The system also includes eight Contact Sensors which can be installed on doors and windows. These sensors can sense automatically if a door or window is open or closed and send you real-time notifications through the Ring app. Eight sensors allow you to cover all the most exposed areas in your home, such as front and back doors, and ground-floor windows. For added security, the kit features two Motion Detectors. These are perfect for hallways, lounges or any room where you want to monitor movement. They're smart enough to recognize people over pets so false alarms are reduced. The final piece of equipment in the kit is the Range Extender, which will ensure your entire system remains connected, even in bigger homes or houses with extremely thick walls that are often prone to blocking wireless signals. Perhaps the biggest advantage of the Ring Alarm system is the ease with which you can use it: You can monitor all your Ring devices via the easy-to-use Ring app, and you will get alerts in real-time if any sensor is triggered. It also integrates with Alexa so that you can arm and disarm your alarm by using voice commands, if you subscribe to Ring Home Plan. For even more peace of mind, Ring offers a 30-day free trial of their Home subscription which enables you to arm your system remotely, keeps your devices online in case your Wi-Fi goes out, and offers professional monitoring for emergency police, fire, or medical response. There are no hidden fees or long-term contracts such as the Ring Alarm Kit with conventional security systems. At just $249 while Amazon has it on sale, this deal is a rare opportunity to upgrade your security. See at Amazon
