Gear I recommend
People ask me “what should I buy?” all the time. These are the things I’d put in my own family’s homes. Not sure which one fits? Text me before you buy, and I’ll tell you.
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Wi-Fi that reaches every room
If the Wi-Fi drops in the back bedroom, a mesh system usually fixes it for good.
- Easiest to useeero mesh Wi-Fi
Simple app, very reliable, and easy for me to help with remotely. Great for most homes.
See on Amazon - Best valueTP-Link Deco mesh
Strong coverage for less money. A two or three pack covers most San Diego houses.
See on Amazon - Bigger homesASUS ZenWiFi mesh
Faster and more powerful, with built-in security and parental controls. Good for larger or two-story homes.
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Video doorbells
Most of these replace your current doorbell using the wires already there. I can install any of them.
- Best overallGoogle Nest Doorbell (wired)
Clear picture, a wide view of your porch, and works nicely with Google and Nest devices.
See on Amazon - No monthly feeEufy Video Doorbell Dual
Saves video at home instead of the cloud, so there’s no subscription. A second camera watches for packages.
See on Amazon - For Ring homesRing Wired Doorbell Pro
Very sharp video. Best if you already have Ring cameras or an Echo. Ring’s plan is needed to save recordings.
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Wireless security cameras
Battery or solar cameras that don’t need new wires. These are what I install most for my wireless camera setup.
- No monthly feeeufyCam S3 Pro
Sharp 4K video, a built-in solar panel so you rarely charge it, and recordings saved at home.
See on Amazon - Great valueReolink Argus solar camera
Solid picture and solar power at a friendly price. Saves to a memory card, no subscription needed.
See on Amazon - Indoor, on a budgetTP-Link Tapo indoor camera
A tiny, inexpensive camera for keeping an eye on pets, the front room, or a loved one.
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Wired camera systems
Wired cameras with a recorder that stays in your house. Most reliable, no batteries, no monthly fee. Pairs with my wired camera system install.
- Best valueReolink PoE camera kit
Four cameras plus a recorder in one box. Easy app and clear night video.
See on Amazon - Sharpest pictureLorex 4K PoE system
4K cameras and a big hard drive that holds weeks of video.
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Everyday helpers
Small things that make tech easier to live with.
- PrinterBrother laser printer
The printer I recommend most. Toner lasts for ages and it doesn’t nag you about ink subscriptions.
See on Amazon - Video callsAmazon Echo Show
Video call the grandkids by just asking out loud. No phone to hold.
See on Amazon - BackupsPortable backup drive
Keeps a copy of your photos and files in case something goes wrong. I’ll set it up to back up on its own.
See on Amazon - TVBig-button universal remote
One simple remote instead of three confusing ones.
See on Amazon - ChargingLong charging cable
A 10-foot cable so you can charge by the bed or the recliner.
See on Amazon - Lost keysApple AirTag
Clip one to your keys or wallet and find them with your iPhone.
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