Articles by Christopher Null
Lorex 2K Wi-Fi Floodlight Security Cam review: High-res, no sub
This hardwired camera blankets an area in light, captures video in 2K, and doesn’t require a subscription. But it's not cheap and its motion-sensing needs work.
We name all the best smart home systems
Your home is only as smart as the hub that orchestrates everything behind the scenes. We help you choose the right system for your home-automation needs.
These are the best smart sprinkler controllers
Whether you’re motivated by water conservation, saving money, a drive to render every aspect of your home smart, or all the above, a smart irrigation controller will scratch that itch.
ImoLaza ET Master review: Water nerds, rejoice!
This sophisticated smart sprinkler controller does not shy away from detail; as such, it might overwhelm casual gardeners.
Best smart plugs: Turn any outlet into a smart socket
With models from Lutron, Wemo, Leviton, iDevices, and others, it can be difficult to know which easy and inexpensive device is best for controlling the lamps and small appliances in your smart home. We’ll help you find the right one.
Rolli Motorized Shade review: Not the smartest shade around
An unbearable setup process prevents us from recommending this motorized smart shade.
Wyze Battery Cam Pro review: An amazing indoor/outdoor value
Prices might be creeping up over at Wyze, but the manufacturer still offers some of the best low-priced options in home security.
The best home air purifiers
The world of air purifiers can be confusing, but the bottom line is that the best units can improve your quality of life.
Moen Smart Sprinkler Controller review: Sensors make it smarter
Sensor stakes you drive into your lawn take the soil's moisture content into account when irrigating your lawn, thereby preventing water waste.
We name all the best smart locks
Keys are yesterday’s tech, your smart home needs a smart door lock.
We name the best smart garage door controllers
Even if you use your garage only as an oversized storage locker, you’ll wonder how you ever got along without a smart controller for your existing garage door opener.
myQ Smart Garage Video Keypad review
Chamberlain brings a video doorbell to the biggest door in the house.
Aiper Seagull Pro: A wall-climbing pool cleaner
Aiper’s latest pool-cleaning robot doesn’t just do the bottom of the pool, it also scrubs its walls.
Nanoleaf 4D review: Immersive TV bias lighting for less
Brighter, powerful, and affordable backlighting effects are now available for your TV, courtesy of Nanoleaf.
Best smart smoke detectors
Smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors don’t just sound the alarm, they also alert your smart phone and more.
SimpliSafe Essentials review: Fundamental, hassle-free home security
This revamped SimpliSafe system brings DIY security to the masses, although it limits you to using SimpliSafe’s gear.
SimpliSafe Smart Alarm Indoor Camera review: A major step up
Subscribers will appreciate this long-overdue alternative to the older SimpliCam, which offers the option of operating on either AC power or its internal battery.
SimpliSafe Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detector review: Better at false alarms, but a hassle to disarm
Modest upgrades and a better design make this smoke detector only a little more attractive as an add-on to a SimpliSafe smart home security system.