Which smart switch is best? What do smart switches do, and are they worth the money? We test five of the contenders: the Belkin WeMo Insight Switch, TP-Link Wi-Fi Smart Plug, Elgato Eve Energy, Energenie Mi| Home Adapter Plus and the Efergy Ego. Also read our reviews of the best smart light bulbs Also see: Best Gadget … Read more
If you have an old Android phone you’ve upgraded from lying around, there are tons of projects to put it to good use, but this one is relatively easy and can bring you a little peace of mind: Turn it into a Wi-Fi web or home security camera. Instructables user depotdevoid took his old Droid … Read more
With the summer holidays around the corner, a Kindle may well be one of the bits of tech you’re throwing into your suitcase – and if that’s the case we’ve got some useful tips and tricks for you to help you get the most out of your slimline ereader while you’re away. Of course it’s … Read more
Home appliances maker Eureka Forbes on Monday said it is targeting one-third of its revenues from the vacuum cleaner business by the turn of 2014. “The vacuum cleaner business currently contributes to 25 percent of our revenues. We would like that to grow to 33 percent by 2014, because that is definitely a thrust area … Read more
Planning your garden so that you’re planting in the right places is important for growing healthy plants, but even so, pests and diseases can scupper your good work. Catching problems early is key to keeping your garden bug-and disease-free. While you’re watering the plants, keep an eye out for brown, curled or discoloured leaves, holes in … Read more
Fill your rooms with glorious home fragrance and make it last longer with top tips from Victoria Davies, scents buyer at John Lewis. Don’t save scented candles for special occasions because over time the fragrance becomes weaker. When storing them, find somewhere that’s an even temperature – not too hot or cold. To maximise your candle’s burn time, allow it to … Read more