Is there a difference between a power strip and surge protector? When you’re running out of outlets and need to add more the choices in devices can be confusing. Power strip, surge protector, surge suppressor, joules, what do they all mean? I never used to pay attention to it and just purchase a cheap power […]
Wireless Doorbell: Add a Doorbell Anywhere, Fast!
Did you move into a house that doesn’t have a doorbell? Do you live in an apartment and wish you had a doorbell? Do your neighbors like to use a side door that doesn’t have a doorbell? A wireless doorbell is a fast and inexpensive way to add a doorbell, anywhere, without needing any wiring […]
How to Setup a Netgear N300 WiFi Extender
Note: This post may contain affiliate links. If you’ve ever had a wifi deadzone in your home you know it’s really frustrating. You walk into one room and – BAM! – no internet connection. I had one room where it was impossible to get a wireless signal so I did some research and happened upon an […]
DIY Charging Station Organizer (with USB Hub)
Make your own DIY charging station! I love to be organized and attribute this to my strong German roots. In his article “10 Things You Should Know Before Moving to Germany” Adam Groffman states that in Germany “there’s a place for everything”. That’s definitely true in my world! And, when something doesn’t have a place […]
iPad Trade In Deal Comparison
If you look up traditional stereotypes for Germans you’ll find that they’re often very frugal. In fact, Peter over at Deutsche Welle says: No one tucks away their hard-earned euros quite like a German does. Well, I definitely picked up the frugal trait from my German ancestors. But it’s a frugality that’s based on not […]
35 Cool Geek Gifts
In a previous post we discussed some home security gift ideas. Today we’ll go through some cool geek gifts for the loved ones in your life that love tech gadgets, entertainment, music, photography, crafts, healthy living and more. Note: This post may contain affiliate links which means we make a small commission on any items purchased […]
Home Security Gift Ideas
With the holiday season almost upon us it’s time to start thinking about what gifts we’ll get our loved ones. When it comes to buying gifts I often find online guides helpful. Even if I don’t get exactly what is suggested in a guide they can sometimes spark a much needed idea. Over the next […]