Category: Security / Safety

Why the SmartHome needs Smarter Fire Safety

Smart Home Technology can be pretty cool. Unfortunately when we look at Smart Home Tech, we tend to forget the most important device. History of Smoke Detectors Smoke detectors were invented in 1890 by Francis Robbins Upton. In 1965 Duane Pearsall, the “father of smoke detectors” developed the “SmokeGard 700”. It was considered to be the …

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Smart Phone protection out of this Galaxy

It isn’t contagious, but most of us suffer from what is defined as “Dropsmartphobia“.   Each us have a sudden panic and rise in chest pains when we accidentally drop our smart phone. Contrary to the norm, our friends at Catalyst  don’t have such worries.  In fact, they  like to torture their phones (or at least their …

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Personal Security has gone High-Tech with Tapplock One+

For end-consumers and enterprise clients, personal security has gone high tech.  Just like James Bond who had Q to create the most memorable of gadgets, You too can secure your belongings at home, school or work with the latest in smart devices. Tapplock One+ is a fully functional fingerprint lock that enhances your personal security with a …

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Is your Laptop Out Of The Loop ?

Today we celebrate the 37th anniversary of the Laptop. Created because Desktops were too heavy to carry around, the Laptop was supposed to make life easier for consumers. Laptops were invented by Adam Osborne in 1981. The “Osborne 1” was powered by the CP/M 2.2 operating system, had no onboard battery a tiny 5-inch (13 …

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How to keep up with your Neighbor’s Smart Home

The quest to make your house a Smart home has begun.  Where do you begin?  What are your choices? The concept of living, breathing, ultra intelligent Smart homes have been in the public eye for a while. Some of our grandparents grew up watching the Jetsons‘ Smart home TVs, robot vacuum cleaners and video conferencing.  …

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Are Smart monitors the solution for you Baby ?

As a parent, you never stop to worry about your child day or night.  As a result, parents look for a great baby monitor to ensure their baby is safe. The great thing is that #baby camera technology has evolved over the last few years. Consequently, if you like the flexibility of a secure #Smartmonitor, …

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Transformative Technology that will save Cyclists

Riding at night can be extremely dangerous, especially in the city. According to a Statistics Canada report, an an average of cycling 74 cyclists die in crashes every year.  Several cities have engages in strategies to project cyclists including dedicated bike lanes, traffic calming and enhanced lighting separate and protect cyclists. Staying visible especially in …

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SureCall asks is your car ready for a Monday meltdown?

Are you ready for a Monday Car Break-down? Despite advances in vehicle technology, roadside emergencies still occur daily.  According to a UK company Autonational Rescue, statistically speaking Monday is the most common day for vehicle breakdowns.  Maybe you’ve never ever had a car breakdown  in your life.  Being stranded with your vehicle can be a …

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