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1. Stretch and warm up your muscles before shoveling Just as it’s important to stretch and warm up before exercising, the same applies when shoveling snow. You’re helping to prepare your body for strenuous activity rather than sending it into shock by jumping straight into it. 2. Dress warmly in layers Before going out, make […]

What’s a Medical ID Bracelet? Medical ID bracelets are different from medical alert bracelets designed to elicit help. ID bracelets feature personal, medical information that emergency responders can reference. Typically, these might feature: Your first and last name A medical condition, health challenge, or any allergies Any medications Any treatments that should be avoided In-Case […]

Bottom Line: Stay Safe While Dating Ultimately, by choosing to date virtually, you won’t put your date at risk, and neither of you has to spend anything or very much just to have a good time. Dating during the pandemic for couples does have its challenges, but enjoying each other’s company without adding additional risks […]

Medical ID bracelets can sometimes make the difference between life and death. In the event that you or someone else becomes incapacitated or can’t communicate health conditions with a medical professional, that’s when a medical ID bracelet can help. While emergency medical responders are trained to look for medical ID, it’s highly important that the […]

With over 1 billion users worldwide, ByteDance’s TikTok is no stranger to the spotlight, as are other social media platforms, when it comes to privacy and safety concerns. The app was on the verge of being banned in the U.S. in 2020 over concerns for national security, however, the ban was blocked in December. Although […]

Key Points: 1 in 4 (24%) U.S. adults lost sleep in 2020 for safety-related concerns. Gen Z and Millennials were most likely to lose sleep. Women were found to lose more sleep than men More than half of U.S. adults surveyed don’t have a home security system. Most admit that locking their doors and windows […]

If you’re looking to keep tabs on unwelcome guests, you’ve found a camera system to add to your list. The Swann 4K Enforcer Kit is one-of-a-kind, featuring red and blue flashing lights, plus spotlights, and a siren. Porch pirates and intruders are bound to think twice if they trigger the system. Named a 2021 CES […]

Looking for a security camera with no subscription plan and monthly fees? The eufyCam 2 Pro may be the device you need.  With no monthly fees, the eufyCam 2 Pro packs in a number of helpful features for securing your home’s interior or exterior. It provides 2K resolution, advanced night vision, two-way audio, custom alert […]

How do you buy more time to flee a soon to be disaster area? Tapping into data from an earthquake safety app could help. While I have experienced a few shakes in my lifetime, I’ve never thought of having a mobile app on hand for early warnings, as I’m sure many residents on the West […]

Technology today is capable of keeping us abreast of the latest developments, including natural disasters and earthquakes. If you live in an earthquake-prone area, we share a list of 5 apps that can help you stay informed this year whenever an earthquake is detected, plus safety tips you need to know. 5 Earthquake Alert Apps

With as many as 70 million Americans working from home throughout the pandemic, many of us are “leaning in” and on our screens from the comforts of home. According to Nielsen, Americans tend to spend over 11 hours each day “interacting with media,” increasing exposure to blue light. And, this light isn’t only emitted from […]

Smart lights and smart locks are one in a million nowadays, but what about a smart mask? Not so common, but they’re already making a presence through the tech industry. Razer’s Project Hazel Mask was a highlight for CES 2021 among other smart masks, featuring ventilators that provide active filtration and Chroma™ RGB LEDs (yes, […]

What You Need to Know According to Parks Associates’ findings, “55% of recent security system buyers chose self-installation compared to just one-third reporting professional [installation].” 40% of home security system dealers reported installing DIY security systems in 2020 (Parks Associates). Almost half (49%) of all home security dealers view DIY security as a new channel […]

Ready to retire your pool cleaning net and get back some extra time? If so, the Ariel robot pool cleaner by Solar Breeze might be worth looking into for the warmer weather. What makes the Ariel robot pool cleaner unique is its ability to run entirely off of solar energy, and when there is no […]

Ring has begun to roll out end-to-end encryption (E2EE)  for select video doorbells and cameras. This is designed to provide additional protection for consumer recordings. The Latest Ring Rolls Out End-to-End Encryption for Select Video Doorbells and Cameras Ring Rolls Out End-to-End Encryption for Select Video Doorbells and Cameras Ring announced on January 13 that […]

We can almost hear the Baha Men asking the infamous question, “Who let the dogs out?” when thinking about this new smart pet door: the myQ Pet Portal. Now, the myQ Pet Portal doesn’t transport your pet to a different realm, but it does let them in and out with a few additional perks pet […]