Well a new phone battery is only charged to about 50% but also a new phone has to do all the set up. This set up process keeps draining you battery by small amounts which results in a shorter battery … Continue reading →

Sometimes the outdated apps can be the cause of your iPhone 5, iPhone 6 or iPhone 7 battery draining fast suddenly.Therefore, you should turn this feature off to extend battery life on your iPhone or iPad. To turn it off … Continue reading →

Common causes of a dead battery include leaving your headlights or interior lights on, charging system failure, corrosion, or just leaving your car parked for a long time. Is it possible for a car battery to die completely? YES, a … Continue reading →

A. Your detectors are overdue for replacement, according to the National Fire Protection Association, which recommends that you replace detectors when they’re 10 years old.You can replace hard-wired detectors yourself, if you can reach them and if you have sufficient … Continue reading →

If your car does start, let it run for a few minutes to help charge the battery further. Unhook the clamps in the reverse order of how you put them on. Be sure to drive your car for about 30 … Continue reading →

Installing smoke alarms Install smoke alarms inside each bedroom, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home, including the basement. On levels without bedrooms, install alarms in the living room (or den or family room) or near … Continue reading →

A two-story 4-bedroom home would need at least two more—one for the additional bedroom and one for the downstairs living area (where there are no bedrooms). Do smoke detectors need to be in every bedroom? Presently the California State Building … Continue reading →

Click here to view the article about the Original SimpliSafe.You do not need a computer or WIFI for SimpliSafe to work for your basic home security needs. However, WIFI and access to the SimpliSafe app through either Google Play Store … Continue reading →

Can you use SimpliSafe cameras without monitoring? Yes, you can use SimpliSafe’s cameras even if you don’t subscribe to a SimpliSafe monitoring plan. You can buy either the SimpliCam or the Video Doorbell Pro by itself and view the livefeed … Continue reading →

Neighbors who have integrated their Ring Alarm with their Echo device will be able to use Alexa to arm and disarm their Alarm simply by speaking to their Alexa enabled devices. Can Alexa control my security system? Can Alexa arm … Continue reading →

Ring devices compatible with Alexa-enabled devices: Ring Video Doorbell (1st generation) Ring Video Doorbell (2020 release) Ring Video Doorbell 2. Ring Video Doorbell 3. Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus. Ring Video Doorbell Pro. Ring Video Doorbell Pro 2. Ring Video … Continue reading →

Though Blink cameras can work with Samsung’s SmartThings, the process is involved, and once enabled, the features are limited. If you’re already using Blink devices, this may be an acceptable trade-off. Are Blink cameras compatible with Samsung? Blink apps require … Continue reading →

iOS 14 comes with support for Sound Recognition in Accessibility. Your phone can now listen for specific sounds – a baby crying, smoke alarm, water running, etc.Again, Apple positions its sound detection as purely an accessibility feature. Can phones detect … Continue reading →

Can you schedule individual Blink cameras? Yes, the app allows for a scheduled on and off time. However, the schedule applies to ALL Blink cameras you have operational. You can’t set 2 different cameras to 2 different schedules. How do … Continue reading →

You can mix-and-match different versions of Ring video doorbells for each exterior door. For example, you may want to use a Peephole Cam at your front door, so you don’t have to drill any holes, but you may have an … Continue reading →