What is it like to have a Smart Home? Let’s just say it is not straightforward, with lots of trial and error, surprises and frustrations. I believe one should not jump into smart home just because it sounds fun to automate stuff. Every household will … continue
Category: Networking
Airtame 2 Announced: Wireless Screen Enterprise Solution for Any Device Platform
Airtame, a Danish startup, has enjoyed success in the first-generation wireless HDMI device for business and education sectors since it’s crowdfunding initiative in 2014. A few days back, they teased me with the news of their second-generation Airtame 2, which I am able to disclose … continue
D-Link COVR-C1203 Review: Wifi Router Mesh System For Whole Home
D-Link COVR-C1203 is D-Link’s first node-based mesh router. Last year, they launched the COVR-3902 which is based on a full-sized router up to 2600 Mbps and an extender up to 1300 Mbps over MU-MIMO. The C1203 on the other hand is running at a respectable … continue
ECOVACS Deebot 900 Review: Robot Vacuum Cleaner
So last month my domestic helper took her 2-week home leave, and I thought this would be the best time to review a robot vaccum cleaner. I managed to get hold of ECOVACS Deebot 900 to review, which was officially announced on 26 July 2018. … continue
TP-Link Deco M9 Plus Review: Mesh Wi-Fi System with Integrated Smart Hub
I am currently using TP-Link Deco M5 at home, and have been very pleased with the overall performance, which is not entirely about bandwidth speed, but also about reliability, stability, UI, among others. When TP-Link announces the Deco M9 Plus, I am very excited to try … continue
Music Photo Life Gets 1 Million Visitors, You Get A Giveaway
Music Photo Life, WordPress edition, began in May 2015, and has hit 1,000,000 visitors today. To celebrate this milestone, I am giving away a Google Home Mini, new and sealed unit which I received from the Singapore launch. Full review here. All you have to … continue
ASUS Lyra Trio Review: Expandable Wi-Fi Mesh System
I have tested enough mesh network systems to conclude that they are better than single-unit router, delivering more reliable Wi-Fi coverage at homes. Previously tested the ASUS Lyra, they passed over the new Lyra Trio for review. And unlike most brands who bundle their mesh … continue
Aztech Wireless Mesh Node WMB260(AC) Review
After the launch of the AIR-706P “AIR-volution” router last year, Aztech follows up with the release of compatible AON Mesh nodes, WMB260(AC). In my previous review on the Aztech AON Mesh, I used 2 units of the full-size routers to test the mesh quality. Now … continue
Aztech WIPC309HD Review: Full HD IP Webcam
Aztech, a Singapore electronics manufacturer since 1986, is known for their wide range of consumer tech products like homeplugs, routers, and IP cameras. Their latest IP webcam, WIPC309HD, is with me for review. I have bought Aztech homeplugs and IP cameras over the years, as … continue
D-Link DCS-8100LH Review: 180-Degree Wi-Fi Camera
Most IP cameras have limited angle of view, generally around 120-degrees. For those who needed a wide coverage, they usually get cameras that can pan and tilt, though they can look bulky and intimidating. Here on review is the D-Link DCS-8100LH home camera that offers … continue
D-Link COVR Review: AC3900 Whole Home Wi-Fi System (COVR-3902)
Wi-Fi mesh router system is the new way of offering improved coverage in Singapore homes, no thanks to our thick solid wall partitions. I have tested several mesh systems and they generally work better than a single powerful router. In a nutshell, mesh Wi-Fi systems … continue
TP-Link Deco M5 Review
TP-Link is the number one global provider of WLAN devices for 26 consecutive quarters, according to IDC. Given its huge market share and experience in networking products, TP-Link launched the Deco M5 Whole Home Wi-Fi System in January, and reached Singapore retail stores in August. … continue
Google Wifi Review: Home Wi-Fi System Exclusive to StarHub
Google Wifi was announced in October 2016, and has been selling in 7 other countries before reaching Singapore, becoming the 8th country in the world and the first in Southeast Asia to introduce this popular mesh networking system (Hong Kong followed suit immediately after). I … continue
ASUS Lyra Review: AC2200 Tri-band Wi-Fi Mesh System
After my first wireless mesh review, Aztech AIR-706P, I received another new wireless mesh for my testing. Launched in July 2017 in Singapore, ASUS Lyra is a good representation of most wireless mesh products: a retail package of 3 units in non-conventional, attractively small design … continue
Freecam C330A Review: Battery-Operated Home Camera
After a successfully positive review of the Blink Security Camera that runs on 2x AA lithium batteries for up to 2 years, I am excited to share with you yet another battery-operated WiFi home security camera. FREECAM is manufactured by LSVT (Shenzhen Leshi Video Technology). … continue
Philips Hue White and Colour Ambience Starter Kit Review (A19)
Thanks to my brother-in-law who works in Philips, I received a Hue 3-bulb smart lighting kit for review. After he saw my review on the TP-Link Wi-Fi Bulb, he wanted me to share my opinions on them. Philips are the veterans when it comes to … continue
Aztech AIR-706P Review: AC1900 Dualband Gigabit Wireless Router with AIR-volution AON Mesh
Complaints on home Wi-Fi coverage issues have reached critical mass. More so when more people are reliant on home broadband to access to information. In the past, wireless speeds of 100Mbps are acceptable. Today, with 1Gbps broadband speed, consumers want the same speed from the … continue
D-Link DAP-1720 Review: AC1750 Wireless Range Extender
Few months ago, I reviewed the D-Link DAP-1860 Wi-Fi range extender that supports 4×4 MU-MIMO with combined bandwidth up to 2532Mbps. For consumers who are looking for a more affordable range extender, the new D-Link DAP-1720 might be of interest. Comparing with the DAP-1860, the … continue
Lazada Surprise Box: $29 TP-Link Worth $100
Update 17 April: This offer is over! Head over to this link for the 2018 Lazada Birthday Festival from 24-26 April 2018 where I reveal another new Surprise Box from Memory World! Thank you so much for the overwhelming response to the previous Lazada Surprise Box. Once again, … continue
Beseye Pro Review: Intelligent Security Camera With Facial Recognition
When I received the Beseye Pro Wi-Fi Monitoring Camera for review from the Singapore distributor AXTRO Sports, I thought it was just another home security camera. Well, it turns out that the experience is very different from the other standard IP cameras I have tested. … continue
