Power Strip Tower JACKYLED Surge Protector Electric Charging Station 3000W 13A 16AWG 10 Outlet Plugs with 4 USB Slot + 6ft Cord Wire Extension Universal Socket for PC Laptops Mobile

What a convenient, easy way to organize various appliances on top of a desk without having to crawl under the desk to get to a power strip! I was pleasantly surprised at how it organizes all my plug-ins, including USB devices. I can charge my iPhone and iPad without having to use the power plugs and I can simultaneously plug in up to 10 appliances, while charging up to 4 USB devices. It was well worth the price. I would highly recommend this product.

I ordered one of the Power Strip Tower JACKYLED Surge Protector Electric Charging Station 3000W 13A 16AWG 10 Outlet Plugs as it looked like it would meet my needs for organizing my cables so it didn't appear to be a string of spaghetti all over the floor. Got to thinking I really needed two so I quickly ordered another. Received the 1st one and it was exactly what I needed, except one tier of it didn't work with the 3 prong plugins at all. Then the second one arrived the next day and it worked perfect, so rather than just returning them, I wrote an email to the seller. Received a quick reply offering to replace the Surge Protector with their sincere apologies for the inconvenience. I received the replacement today and tested each plugin and they worked without a hitch. I gave this seller 5 stars for their prompt customer service and sincerity. The power strips have made a positive difference with the mass of cables I use. I must add that I was hesitant at first also because it was difficult to plug a power cord into them. I found that if I slightly tilted the plug in cable upward and then went in they worked just fine, therefore it was not the problem I thought it would be. At this time they are serving me to my satisfaction and I'm now more organized.

Bought for my son who's a gamer and digital media major so he's got a lot of equipment. He's loving this. It sits on his desk and replaced all of his extension cords which looks much neater. He likes that the cord retracts and each plug has an on/off button next to it.

The vertical power strip came in a nice box that protected the item very well. Opening the box, it was well packed and safe. The cord winds up in the base for storage. You only have to extend as much of the cord as you need. I think this is a fantastic idea. The flat power strips never have enough room to plug in connections with the power supply built in. This unit has the outlets going various directions which make it extremely versatile and easy to use. With 4 USB charging ports and 10 outlets and the fact it takes up less desk/table real estate, it will become my power strip of choice. I’d you have a wall outlet wired for 220V, this unit can take advantage of that too. Read the Amazon Ad for additional information. As you can see from my photo, I’ve got 2 USB cables plugged in and 3 power supply connectors and that still leaves 7 outlets and 2 ZySB ports open. The two-tone (black and white) looks nice and it can be placed virtually anywhere. I’m very pleased with this power strip and as I need more, this is the unit I plan to buy. Great job JackyLED!!!

This is one of the best outlets I have owned! The design makes it so convenient to plug in a bunch of plug without having to worry about one overlapping another and covering up the extra outlets. Moreover, I like the fact there there’s a hole for every type of plug! Aside from helping me become more organized by not having my cords plug into various outlets, this has become a life saver when we have family events and everyone needs to charge their phone. Finally, one last note about this is that it charges my phone super-fast and regardless of how many things there are plugged in, it doesn't lose its power. I will definitely be ordering another would and I would highly recommend this!

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Feature Product

• MAX WATTAGE: Due to different voltages in different areas, this surge protector tower is designed to support 110V-250V. If it is used under 125V, the max power will be 125V x 13A = 1625W; if under 250V, the max power can reach 3000W. This Surge Protector（780Joule, 13A） with 10 outlets and 4 USB Ports has large compatibility that can charge various appliances and devices at the same time to meet your power demands with safe guarantee.
• CONVENIENT USB PORTS: The 4 USB ports (Total 5V/2.1A) can charge two cellphones together, or one iPad, MP3, digital camera, tablet etc at fast speed. Max Output current per port is up to 2.1A(Note: USB charging may not work if the total need exceeds 2.1A(long time over-current of 2.1A above can even lead to broken USB Ports), and please search for B0759TZDWZ or B0753LL2R6 if you need more USB current. Their total USB Output: 8A, max up to 2.4A/port).
• SAFE & RELIABLE: RoHS, CE & FCC Certificates. This electric power strip outlet is lightning-proof, overload protected and surge protected and has a fire-retardant shell. It will automatically cut power to protect connected devices when voltage surge is detected.
• 4 SPECIAL DESIGNS: Vertical outlet tower design provides enough space for each outlet, saves much space and cleans various cords in your working area comparing to traditional power strips; 6ft long cable wire at the bottom can be extended anticlockwise or retracted clockwise by rotating the tower, which saves space; A durable handle on the top is for your easy carrying; One switch at each layer helps save power and gives an easy control to the power strip surge protector.
• SATISFACTION GUARANTEE: 100% satisfaction guaranteed. 60 days changing or refunding without reasons. JACKYLED Products are sold and shipped by Jackybrand. If you purchase a product from another seller, please request a refund as it is a counterfeit. JACKYLED is the only Authorized Dealer of Jackybrand products.

Description

WHY Choose JACKYLED Multiple Sockets Surge & Overload Protector?
☑ Safe to use. With surge protection, overload protection and lightning-proof function, our products keep your devices and your life safe.
☑ Reliable. Has RoHS, CE & FCC Certificates.
☑ High quality. Made of PBT fireproof material, they are heat resistant and durable.
☑ Quick charge. USB ports(Max 2.1A) are for mobile phones, cameras and other digital devices. High conductive copper ensures smooth conduction.
☑ Strong compatibility. Can charge many devices and appliances at the same time. Max 3000W.
☑ Special design. One control button at every layer, bright light led indicator, low carbon, energy saving & easy to use at night.
☑ Strong carrying handle. Convenient to carry and eliminate the risk of electric shock hazard when the products are moved to another place.
☑ Good price.
☑ Space saving. 1 JACKYLED Power strip tower with 10 Outlets and 4 USB ports, a perfect power strip charging for most electrical devices at the same time. No need 2 or more power strips to charge your devices. Retractable cord also saves space in your working area.

★★★ATTENTION:
YOU MAY NEED TO ADD SOME STRENGTH WHEN YOU PLUG IN OUR POWER STRIP TOWER.
It is our special design that the plugs are tight in order to prolong the life-span of the product. And you may need to add some strength to get plugs in at the previous period.
After used for some time, it will get a little loose for your plugs. It is a normal phenomenon. So please rest assured on our product.

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Great Product! Before I got this my boyfriend and I were always fighting over the 1 or 2 USB plugs in the house. I love that you can adjust the cord & having the extra plugs was a bonus. I don't know how we got along before we got the JACKYLED!

I no longer have to crawl around on the sewing room floor under tables and cabinets to plug in my sewing machines! The bonus is
the USB chargers in the unit, too. I can turn off machines and the iron at the Power Strip Tower, too. Very handy product. I look
forward to taking it to sewing retreats, too.

Pretty great and convenient for setting up my equipment and hooking it all up. It's larger than I had expected but still fits in a backpack with no problems. The power switch and USB ports make this extremely useful.

This thing is pretty cool. You have a rotating base and a cord that winds up inside the base. It is not self retracting if that is what you are thinking. There are 3 levels of outlets, each level has it's own power switch so you can cut the power to that row if you aren't using it. There are 10 outlets for standard plugs and 4 usb ports. It really does save space and I've had no issue with bulkier box type plugs. My kids have used the ports to charge their tablets and to charge their energy light sneakers and have had no issues. It is very light weight plastic so it isn't heavy, and it has a convient carrying handle. The only real downside is that it isn't UL listed... I didn't notice that when I bought it, I did a search for UL listed products and this came up in the search. That does make me want to keep fewer things plugged in, which almost defeats the purpose of getting one with a lot of outlets. I only needed to have space for 6 things that are always plugged in so it's not a great loss. Over all I like it.

I was looking for a right product for such a long time until I found this power splitter and I can't even say enough about how much happy I am to buy this power strip.
This is what makes this product very unique when it comes to the way it is designed. I found it super easy to plug several devices as I wanted to without having problem on big adapters not to get on top of each other or have enough space to fit safely.
Besides, I found on/off switch on each panel (totally three) in case you want to turn off a group of electric devices together. And three USB out for even high power phones or tablets like galaxy S8 so several people can charge their phones at the same time without any problem.
It also has a 6 feet long wire which stays inside the unit and anyone can use it for as long as it might be needed so there would be no more unorganized or extra wires.
This splitter also has an anti shock protection functionality which is a big deal. It's not exactly a surge protector or UPS but it is exactly what it says it is. What it does is protecting the connected devices from big voltage fluctuations at the time of the thunderstorm or anything similar.
Overall I am super happy with this purchase and I am going to buy an other one very soon.

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GE Personal Security Window/Door Alarm, 2-Pack, DIY Home Protection, Burglar Alert, Wireless Alarm, Off/Chime/Alarm, Easy Installation, Ideal for Home, Garage, Apartment, Dorm, RV and Office, 45115

We're moving from a house to an apartment soon and I was looking into affordable home security options. These alarms are perfect for renters and homeowners alike. The alarm is battery operated, so there's no need for expensive installation. Below I've listed my pros and cons of these awesome little alarms.

Pros:
Small, discreet design.
3 settings - off, chime, alarm.
Easy to toggle between the three settings.
VERY loud chime and alarm settings. (I jumped when the chime went off for the first time.)
No-brainer installation. (Stick on)
Cheap in price but not in quality!

Cons:
Depending on how your door/window set up is, it may be difficult to position the alarm at the correct distance for it to work. (I included a picture showing the max distance I could position the two pieces without disrupting the link between them.)

The alarm turns off when the two pieces are put back together, which I can't decide if I like or not. On one hand, it's more convenient if the shrill alarm can be quieted quickly, but for security's sake it's not the best deterrent. The alarm is loud enough that even if it's turned off quickly, you'll be alerted that your door or window was opened.

Overall, I love these little alarms. I plan to order more and install them all around my house. They are smaller than I anticipated, but I'm pleased with their quality and functionality.

As an avid online shopper I rely mostly on reviews while making purchase decisions, if my review was helpful to you, please click the 'Helpful' button below! (:

Our 6 year old son is nonverbal autistic, and has recently figured out the latch-style childproofing locks that we've had on our doors for a few years now. We've had a couple of terrifyingly close calls with him almost running away, and knew we needed to step up our security before something really bad happened.

These are perfect. They have off, chime, or alarm positions. We keep them on chime during the day so that if anyone goes out we hear a very loud chime (I can hear it easily from anywhere in the house). I like that option because we do need to go in and out the doors during the day, and the chime is loud but not as awful as if the alarm went off every time. They work with almost any door, even or kitchen door where the sensor had to be positioned a little whopper-jawed (see pic).

At night we switch it to alarm so it would wake us up if the door opened. This is not likely because we have turned his doorknob around so we can lock him in his room at night. That may sound cruel if you don't have an autistic child, but it is the only way to keep him safe at night, since he regularly wakes up in the middle of the night. We never leave him in there crying or anything, but our door is just across the hall and we want to have to wake up and let him out when he wakes up so we know he is up.

I also put some of these on alarm on the bedroom windows. He hasn't yet tried to get out the window, but I didn't want to wait until he did. It also gives me more peace of mind at night in case someone tried to break in, especially when my husband isn't home.

I highly recommend these!

AWESOME! Just what I needed. These suckers are LOUD and easy to install. Installation took a whole 2 minutes - for both doors! Your time may vary depending on how far apart your doors are :) I bought these because I have an adventurous toddler with older siblings who often forget to shut the door and we live on a very busy street. And while my 14 month old can't open the front door yet, he'll be able to soon enough. Three modes: Off, Chime, and Alarm. There is no volume control and the alarm mode is about as loud as a fire alarm - you will hear this go off anywhere in the house! The Chime just dings twice and then you can leave the door open. The Alarm setting will not shut off until the door is closed again. The two alarms came with 3M adhesive backing. Because I live in a house built in 1906 on the California coast, my doors do not sit flush. Please see attached pics for how far apart each alarm is - both still work beautifully! I attached the alarms at the top of the door so the kids can't reach them. Be sure to remove the plastic piece in the battery compartment before installing.

At nap last week my 3 year old decided to open all of his windows and yelled out them. Note that our windows in that room have a built in tab that blocks the window from opening... He managed to get the window open without even disengaging those tabs.

I haven't found any baby proofing items that I was confident he wouldn't hack or overpower so I decided to order these AND some additional baby proofing items. I installed them while he wasn't looking- this is key. They're pretty easy to switch off. I don't want him knowing they're there until he opens a window.

These make a great loud chime or alarm, depending on which setting you chose. You can also turn it off. I had to install mine on the right side of window in order to not block my access to switch. The battery pack is installed facing room for easy access- but the problem I have is that means my son can get to the batteries. It would be bad if he ate one, but he seems to be past that stage so I'm hoping it will be okay. I think you could install this differently by putting batteries towards window, but then you'd need to replace the sticker whenever you changed them and I don't believe it would install as nicely. In my ideal world that battery pack would be difficult to open.

For my sliding door, it works better because I was able to install it so high that he can't ever reach it. I used alarm for his room and chime for sliding door.

As you can see in photo, the pieces don't need to be side by side perfectly (for my windows and door, they couldn't be installed exactly next to each other).

 We were looking for something to curb our nearly four year old son from walking out into the backyard without asking us first. I didn't want to lock the door, I wanted him to learn the lesson that he needs to communicate his wants/needs to us when we tell him to. This did the trick. Very loud, very effective, and no more sneaking out without us knowing about it.

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Feature Product

• Includes two window/door alarms, each with three adjustable settings off/chime/alarm
• Loud 120-decible alarm sounds when door or window opens, helps deter intruder and alert residence
• Easy and convenient to install, requires no wiring, mounting hardware and instructions included, designed for indoor use only
• Built-in low battery test button to easily check battery life, includes four LR44 batteries for each alarm
• Comes with a 90-day limited warranty. Perfect for home, garage, apartment, dorm room, mobile home, RV, office and more

Description

The GE Personal Security Window/Door Alarm provides a simple-to-use, cost-effective security solution to protect you and your family against home invasions thanks to the 120-decibel alarms, loud enough to make a would-be intruder think twice about entering through your doors or windows. The alarm is also extremely easy to use. The window/door alarms feature a contemporary design with easy access buttons and controls for simple operation. This straightforward concept makes using the GE Personal Security Window/Door Alarm intuitive, no matter what your technological skills may be. The GE Personal Security Window/Door Alarm also includes two independent window/door alarms, each with a built-in 120-decibel alarm for even greater home security. With no wires required for installation, protecting any window/door in your home is as easy as attaching the alarm to your window/door with double-sided tape (included). Each window alarm features an on/off/chime switch for easy operation and a low battery test button for checking battery life. Perfect for homes, apartments, dorm rooms and offices.

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I have a 2 year old son. A few days ago I was asleep in my bed with my son. Husband was off to work and it was ~9am. Having worked a 16 hr shift the night before I was exhausted. I woke up to see my son still asleep next to me, so I went back to sleep. I woke up again (i don't know how long after) and he wasn't. I thought he must be in his room. He wasn't. The living room? He wasn't. The back yard, somehow? He wasn't but the fence was opened. He knows I let our dog out that door and must have opened it to let him out (how he unlocked it is beyond me for a 2 year old) He was not in our house at all. I could not find him while running up and down my block in my robe crying his name. After what felt like forever of my world slowly closing in on me, I finally saw our dog come from behind a neighbors house and along came my son chasing him holding a random object from their garden. I am now making damn sure nothing like that ever happens again. I've bought these alarms and chain locks I can put up high. I wasn't sure if these would work since my doors do not close 'flush' but with some ingenuity I was able to get them to work. They are certainly loud. I will know once anyone opens either of the doors. There is a chime option that sounds like you just walked into a store of some kind BUT MUCH LOUDER. They are small and very easy to install.

(December 15, 2017)
I ordered the two pack on December 12, 2017 and the package was delivered today, December 15, 2017.

The items were a lot smaller than I expected, and to be honest, that is okay. They are about the size of a garage remote or maybe the screen on a Go-Pro. I like that they are tiny because I won't have to work harder to hide them.

There are three settings on the alarms: Off, Chime, and Alarm. The chime sound is extremely annoying and is (in my opinion) meant for businesses. However, we might set our devices on chime during the day, and alarm at night. The alarm sound is very loud, and very (VERY) effective.

I knocked one star off of this because the items did not come with any mounting supplies, such as strong double sided tape, Velcro, etc. Because of this, I have not been able to use the product as of yet.

I will update further once I have found a suitable mounting solution.

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(Edit/Update: December 24, 2017)

Okay, so I have used these alarms for a little over a week now, and I have to say, they are fantastic! I am happy with the size of the alarms. They are very small (see photos), and that makes them barely noticeable! I also love the convenience of being able to turn them on or off right at each door/window/source instead of having to arm/disarm an entire home, like with a security system.

As for the lack of mounting supplies included in my order, I am pretty sure that this was just a packaging mistake. After re-reading through the description and the comments, it would appear that the mounting tape should have been included with my alarms. Luckily, strong double-sided tape is easy to find! I went ahead and popped another star on this product's rating because, despite it not being included as it should have been, I am still very happy with my items.

Overall, I'd say this is an excellent choice and to buy it! They are fantastic alarms!

I've attached some photos. Please take a look! I will update again soon with videos once I can get to a desktop (Amazon mobile does not support uploading videos for some reason).

We recently moved into a house with a swimming pool in the backyard. One that did not have a fence around it when we first moved in. At the time we had 2 children under the age of 5. ACK! Horrifying. We kept a close eye on them, of course. But bad things happen....all too quickly! One morning I walked into the kitchen to set something down, heard what sounded like a door close and turned around and my youngest was nowhere. I walked outside...no where. Kept yelling and yelling...no where. After what seemed like ages, and waking my husband in a total panic, he walked up from our basement area saying he'd left a toy there the previous day. That was it...I started looking on Amazon to see what I could get the fastest and would work the best. These easy to install alarms fit the bill. I ordered. Later that day I mentioned to my husband what I'd purchased. He was very concerned about quality and effectiveness at the low price. I told him I had to do SOMETHING and the reviews were good. Then they arrived. My 15 year old son put them up for me. They are PERFECT! My husband had to admit it. We can hear the chime from anywhere in the house or even around our yard outside. We KNOW when anyone comes out that door. There is no way to adjust volume, only turn it off or on. They scare visitors to our home, but as soon as I mention our pool and that when we first moved in there was no fence (there is now) to keep them out of it....everyone understands. Parents that come with their children appreciate it. They get it. Most everyone does. We've had this nearly a year now and no battery changes or problems. I truly appreciate the manufacturers and the comfort this product brings to us on a daily basis!

 Great product for a great price. Good quality and the sound is loud enough to hear. The product does come with batteries all you have to do is pull the plastic tabs off the batteries, install and you have a great security system for $10. Important part for me is the volume of the sound and I am very pleased with the product! Easy setup.

If you want to be safe and hear the bad guys trying to enter your home, this is the product for you. It performs exceptionally well at alarming you that the bad guys are trying to enter your home. It sufficiently deters the bad guys from continuing on their bad guy mission as soon as they hear it’s loud and aggressive alarm. It helps let the bad guys know that you mean business but you’re also to cheap for ADT. They will be completely be unmotivated by your lower economic status and will subsequently assume you and your house are probably broke af too so then they will go home and hopefully change their ways!

It’s worth the money! You can be the change the world needs.

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GE Personal Security Window/Door Alarm, 4-Pack, DIY Home Protection, Burglar Alert, Wireless Alarm, Off/Chime/Alarm, Easy Installation, Ideal for Home, Garage, Apartment, Dorm, RV and Office, 45174

We bought these as just one extra safety precaution for our house. We ended up putting them on our basement egress windows just in case someone decided to break in. We will also put one on our storage area downstairs as well.

We did a test of these when we first got them, and man are they loud! Which is great when you're looking at items like this. My husband went downstairs and tested them out, and even sitting in the living room watching TV with all doors to downstairs shut, I could easily hear them go off as he tested each one.

These seem like high quality little protection devices. They come with super strong tape to stick to whatever surface you want them to go on. They stay secure and don't move. However, when you take them apart (such as open a window or door) be sure to plug your ears because there is no way somebody is sneaking in.

Pros: Good loud sound, very high quality 3M type tape to secure, easy to install and set up

Cons: None. We may end up buying another pack of these.

These little things are great and they have a chime and alarm feature which is LOUD. Batteries come with it. The only thing is that I don't trust sticky tape or glue so I looked to see if there was a way to drill a small hole and screw them in - and there is, and I used my cheap drill press and a small bit big enough for a #4 stainless pan head sheet metal screw to fit through. The hole for the main unit can be where you take out the screw already there that holds the back to the front. (you can't see it unless you take off the battery cover for the 4 LR-44 batteries.

On the magnet unit, only the top half of the little magnet unit that fixes to the door frame has the magnet. You can shine the thing under a bright light and see where it is. Just drill the other half. Get some #4 screws like I said (I used 1" and 1 1/4") and just mark the spots to drill on the door and frame with a thin scratch awl or tiny brad nail while holding it in position. Drill the wood and install the pieces and screw. They won't fall down next year in your basement when the tape finally gives way and the thing wakes you up in the middle of the night.

Decent product for the price. 1 out of the 4 did not work out of the package. It was missing the plastic battery tab you have to pull prior to use so maybe the batteries were just dead...
Depending on the framing and direction your door opens some of them may have to be mounted differently i.e which part attaches to the stable surfaces vs the moving one. If your door has an edged frame at all, like the pic I attached of my front door, there is absolutely no way to make this work where the magnets will align. I tried every possible side and angle of the door; kind of a bummer that the front door is the one it won't work for, so I'll have to find a different type for that. Overall, the ones I did attach to the sliding doors work great. I was worried the single chime mode wouldn't be noticeable enough but now I almost wish there were a volume setting on it, it's loud! There will be no missing it, which is the point. I have 3 small kids and a couple dogs. My daughters room has a sliding door out to a deck that I always worry about her wandering onto at night (I put that one on alarm mode), and they like to go out and leave the front door open which is a huge worry given that I have 2 large dogs that are not dog-friendly and we live in a neighborhood where everyone's lets their pets wander around without leashes all day. Now I can better tell when the door is opened so I can make sure it gets closed! For the doors we use frequently I change it from chime to alarm mode at night, I really like that it's as easy as flicking a switch to go between them, huge bonus. Overall it's a good product, but only works with standard framing. I plan to order more for our windows soon.

Will buy again. Highly recommend.
PROS:
1) Price. Calculates to approximately $ 4 each
2) Durable. I installed an alarm on a frequently used door a couple of years ago and batteries are just giving out. FYI: Batteries around $2
3) Reliable. As long as you install it according to the instructions and so long as someone doesn't turn it OFF, then rings every time the door/window is opened. I put a clear piece of tape over the leveler to turn OFF because someone in my household kept turning it OFF.

CONS:
1) Really loud. (I don't believe there is an option to lower the chime or alarm sound.)
2) My package was missing 1 mounting tape for the fourth alarm.

These Little Battery operated alarms are Great for what they are, Sure they arent ADT alarms but they do give you a decent amount of Peace of Mind! With these little alarms and a security window sticker and Securtiy Alarm front yard sign you can have a decent amount of Peace of mind for Home security Protection! I highly recommend these Little Alarms for anyone who needs some Peace of mind against Burglars, The alarms are Loud, I can say Both the Chime and the Alarm are Loud and i used these GE alarms for my Basement Windows and they work perfectly! Just my Honest Review for this Product, Hopefully i was of some help to someone interested in purchasing this Product.

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Feature Product

• Includes four window/door alarms, each with three adjustable settings off/chime/alarm
• Loud 120-decible alarm sounds when door or window opens, helps deter intruder and alert residence
• Easy and convenient to install, requires no wiring, mounting hardware and instructions included, designed for indoor use only
• Built-in low battery test button to easily check battery life, includes four LR44 batteries for each alarm
• Comes with a 90-day limited warranty. Perfect for home, garage, apartment, dorm room, mobile home, RV, office and more

Description

The simplest security system you will ever use! GE Magnetic Indoor Window Alarms let you know any time a door or window in your house is opened. These easy to install alarms require no wiring and has 4 LR44 batteries included so they can be used right away. Simply stick these to any window that opens and feel secure knowing that your home will alert you when needed.

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For the cost of these they are a good purchase. The build quality feels good and they work as advertised. Yes if the door or window is closed the alarm will shut off but most intruders will be long gone from the noise these make. I ordered 3 packs and my only complaint so far is that one pack was missing one of the double sided tape for the unit but I don't think that warrants a star deduction. Will see how they hold up. Directions say batteries should last a year between change outs

Great basic alarms. Dual function. Has a switch on the side that allows you to chose between a loud constant loud Alarm or Door Chime to alert when someone has opened the door. Sounds similar, if not the same, as when you walk into a corner store.

If you use these for at home, they can be very loud, which is great for those that are hard of hearing or to get your attention in just about any room in the house.

All 4 come with batteries, so they are ready to use out of the package.

I would highly recommend to REMEMBER to clean the surface that you stick these to. That with anything that you stick to any surface. Also, use a blow dryer to heat up the surface that you stick each piece to. Once you apply each piece, hold it in place with your fingers or hand for about 60 seconds to ensure that these will stay stuck to the surface. The heat will help ensure initial stickiness for long term use.

We just recently purchased a home with a pool and I am terrified of the kids going outside without my knowing. We didn't have a lot of extra money available to put hardwired alarms on all the bottom windows and doors so we gave these a try. These are awesome. They were easy to install and are extremely loud. Anytime I forget the alarm is turned on and open the door, my kids all cover their ears! I love that I can turn it off when I am going in and out (like grilling) and then turn it back on when I am done.

Great easy way to add some safety alarms to any windows or doors!

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Small but loud. Works great to let you know if someone is visiting in the night without an invitation with the intention of permanently borrowing your household items without asking permission. The chime function works great but is pretty loud as well so we generally don't use that option. You will forget it's there and blast yourself quite a few times before you remember to turn it off before leaving the house. But works great. Simple to install, although I used some super glue in area's where I didn't feel the double sided tape wasn't quite sturdy enough.

For the price these are good. Obviously the downside is you have to manually turn them off when you don't want the alarm to go off. Work great for windows you don't open or close much, but for doors I would avoid, if you set it to "alarm" at night then the next morning you forget to manually move it to "off" you get a nice loud sound. Sound is nice though

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Woods 32555WD Weatherproof Outdoor Electrical Outlet Switch, Wireless Remote Control Plug In, 100 ft Control Range, Weatherproof Remote Control Converter, 60-ft Frequency Range, 1 Pack, Black

A lot of the issues that I see in these reviews refer to the channel that the outlet is on. I received 2 outlets that we're on channel D. One remote could control both outlets. But that's not what I wanted. So I changed the channel on one to A instead. Took about 2 minutes.

Open the remote and outlet and youll see a chip with 16 pins. On the back side of the board, you'll see that one of the pins has a scratch on the board on the trace that this pin is connected to. This determines the address. In the outlet, the trace is labeled A, B, C or D. In the remote it is not. But the locations are the same in the remote and outlet.

To change the address: I was on D, so I shorted the C and D pins, which eliminated the scratched trace since they're now both connected to ground. This should be done on both the outlet and remote.

Now scratch the trace if the address that you want, therefore disconnecting it from ground. Just make sure that you choose a different trace than the one you just shorted. The scratched trace is now the new channel. Repeat on the remote.

It's very simple, but just do this at your own risk. When I get a chance I'll upload some photos.

Now that the channel is changed, I love this outlet. Works great in multiple locations.

The Woods 3255WD Outdoor Wireless Remote Control Outlet has to be one of the best with one of the best long range remote controlling for turning a device or product on & off when you need to or want to. I am using this product of Woods for use of turning my Flowtron Diplomat Bug zapping light on exactly & only when I want it on & then off exactly when I want it to be off such as during a rainstorm at night to protect it from moisture damage or when I wake up say anywhere from 2am to 5am & don't want it on anymore. I can do all of this from the comfort of my home with the simple press of a on or off button on the Woods Remote that belongs to this remote control outlet. It definitely works for long range control of the outlet even through double or triple walls as for my Flowtron Diplomat Bug Zapping Light is plugged into this wonderful remote control outlet inside my garage where there are many walls before that electrical outlet. I highly recommend this Woods Outdoor Wireless Remote Control Outlet over many other brands such as Etekcity, BESTTEN & Fosman. I have tried all of them for other wireless outlet controls & did not like any of them like I love & enjoy the use of my Woods 3255WD. I am now attempted to purchase & try the Woods 13569 Indoor Wireless Remote Control Kit 3 - Pack to see if they are or work as good as this one from Woods.

This product is amazing. The distance from the remote to the outlet control could likely be 100' if used outdoors. I used only indoors and from about 60 feet away. It works perfectly even though it transmits through several walls between the remote and the outlet control. This product is NOT a timer. The title and the description both say that it is, but it is not a timer. I did not want a timer anyway, so I am perfectly happy with my purchase. I have called the manufacturer to look into the Amazon posting. I will buy two more now that I know how well my first two worked! I don't know how many "channels" there are. When I bought my first pair, one was channel F and one was channel P so they do not interfere with one another even though they are in close proximity to each another. Highly recommended.

Before I bought this, I ordered some linked LED shop lights to put in my workshop because they were an Amazon deal of the day. The lights link together, but they turn on individually with a pull cord. Not even one main cord would turn them all on and off at once. That was not acceptable to me, because I didn't feel like having hanging strings in my shop, or having to turn them all on and off every time.

I wanted a solution to switch them all on and off at the same time. The plug I am using for the lights is in the rafters of the shop because I use the other plug in the outlet for the garage door opener. Because of that, I could not wire a switch on the circuit. I couldn't reach it, and I didn't want to turn the garage door opener off with the lights.

I considered getting a wifi-enabled outlet because home automation is cool, but wifi is spotty in my shop at best, and it just felt like more than I needed just to turn lights on and off. That's when I discovered this wireless remote control kit.

So far, this remote control kit has worked flawlessly. I have had no issues. I have not tried it outdoors, so I cannot comment on how weatherproof it is, nor will I ever be able to comment on that. It is going to stay inside.

My only real gripe is that the remote controller uses an odd battery -- A23. Turns out it's not hard to find on Amazon though. I just had never seen one before. It looks like half a AAA battery.

Besides the strange battery, I have no complaints with this unit so far (it's been a month or so). I am very happy with my purchase.

I love this thing! I didn't realize I bought a 2 pack and ended up with 4 but they are all on different channels so I kept them all and now I can light up anything! I wish the remote had one button instead of an on and off as I never remember which is which, or if they were different colors or something. It has a great range and I'm surprised how far it reaches! I use it to power my deck lights that I used to have to plug in to turn on in the dark. Now it's like having a light switch. I've got the chicken coop outfitted and Christmas lights too! It would be spectacular if they also had a timer but for the price, this is perfect.

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Feature Product

• WEATHERPROOF REMOTE CONTROL CONVERTER: the remote control converter kit has a durable, water tight construction with a 6" grounded cord and is compatible with 3-wire plugs for outdoor use
• USER-FRIENDLY DESIGN: the Woods 32555 weatherproof outdoor outlet remote control converter kit is rated at 125-Volt,13 Amp, 1625W Resistive/8 Amp, 1000W Tungsten - this means that it will work with fans, lamps, small fountain pumps, rope lights and others
• 60-FT FREQUENCY RANGE: this outlet remote control converter kit offers hassle-free control and lets you conveniently adjust your outdoor security lights, patio lights or holiday decor without having you step out of the house or car
• NIFTY-SIZED OUTDOOR OUTLET REMOTE CONTROL CONVERTER KIT: fitting into the glove box of a car, purse and can even be attached to a keychain, you don't have to hunt high and low for the remote control converter whenever you need it
• HASSLE-FREE INSTALLATION: this weatherproof outdoor outlet remote control converter kit requires no tools to set up; simply plug and use
• Great for holiday lights, christmas lights, yard landscape lighting, garden decoration, string lights, security patio lights, deck flood lights and any outdoor lighting.

Description

How often have you forgotten to turn on/off your lights, decorations, or other outdoor electronics? Do you dread stepping out into the cold, damp night to fiddle with the switch? Have you ever wished you had a remote switch to turn items on/off while inside? With the Woods 32555WD Weatherproof Outdoor Outlet Remote Control Converter Kit, you will be able to switch your lights (or other outdoor electronics) off or on without having to leave the comfort of your home. You can simply attach the remote to your keychain so it is always handy when you need it. The kit is a breeze to install and can make a fantastic gift. The remote controlled outlet allows for easy setup for the holiday and the everyday needs that arise outdoors or indoors.

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I bought this to use outdoors in winter to turn on an oil pan heater for my car that sits on the drive way. Wake up push the button and the heater turns on. Hour later, start the car with warm oil. Those in the frozen wastelands of the northern United States know what I'm talkin bout! It makes a big difference in how fast the car warms up and reduces motor wear. The outlet and remote are what you expect, nothing fancy. I gave 4 stars because it is used for my oil pan heater, Christmas lights, and in summer a lamp in my man cave without fail. Would have given 5 if the On/OFF button had some white lettering or some indication of what is off and on. After 2 years I still have to push each button to figure out what is on or off. It has lasted in extreme cold and would work for anything you want to turn on or off with a remote.

I actively use about 4-5 of these in my home. It helps to operate 2 sets of heavy wire gauge string lights that support A19 standard bulbs, a display cabinet in a room, and a set of string lights outdoors. This is all happening within close proximity. I've never had an instance where interference caused one remote to toggle another set of lights without intention. Remote is subtle, small, light, and simple. The price on this item seems to ebb and flow based on some market dependency somehow. I recently put this item on a list and when I looked again, the price had gone down 20% and I pulled the trigger on buying it then. These supposedly can handle up to 1,100 watts. The heaviest load mine are bearing are string lights which host about a dozen 13-watt equivalent CFLs and they perform without issue. Durability (or at least the appearance of) is definitely a plus. For the narrow scope I use them for, I'd say it's definitely worth the price and the buy.

This Inexpensive;;, "Wonder";;, is GREAT;;,
They say that it is good for a 100' foot rang,?,
The office,for the motel that I work for, is 1000' feet, away ;;,
When the,"WiFi",went out, I had to walk,2000' feet;;,
there and back;;, to :"Reboot it";;,
Now I push a Button;;;,LOL;;;.
This thing work's, 1000' foot away, plug'd in inside the office;;;.
Thank's, Amazon, and woods;;;, you saved me a whole lot of step's;;;.

The Woods outdoor remote control outlet is an inexpensive way to remotely control AC-powered devices using a simple remote, but it is missing user adjustable channel selection. Each pair of outlet & remote are randomly assigned a channel at the factory. Unlike other devices, there are NO user accessible DIP SWITCHES to adjust the channel so you are stuck with what you get. If you were buying these in a store, you could see what channel it is set to (there are stickers on both the outlet & remote visible through the package) but if ordering online this isn't an option. This means that if you wanted to buy 2 of these and use one remote to control both outlets (or simply have a remote as a spare) this probably wouldn't work unless you happen to get 2 of them set to the same channel. This also means that neighbors who use the same channel could affect your control (and vice versa). I don't know how many channels are available since the manual does not specify. Remote range is stated as up to 60 feet.

THE GOOD:
+ Inexpensive
+ Has short plug with a few inches of cable, so you can use this in tight spaces (compared to similar other products where the body plugs directly into the outlet and may block the adjacent outlet).
+ Supposedly water resistant but I have not tested this. I am using this indoors so I can't comment on water resistance. Other reviews criticize the water resistance so I would not count on it.
+ Red LED on remote turns on when either on/off button pressed so you know it is working and the battery is OK. There is also a red LED on the outlet body which turns on when the device is supposed to be on so you can visually determine if it is working.
+ Comes with 12V battery in remote (remove plastic from battery contact before 1st use)

THE BAD:
- No channel selection.
- May not be very water resistant.

OVERALL, it is an inexpensive way to control a AC device. But I would like to have seen channel selection options for better flexibility. If you are using this for non-critical control and are willing to accept possible interference and the inability to easily replace a remote then this should work fine for you.
I hope you have found this helpful!

I have 3 of these units. I like them. At times, I have to double-check to see if the connected items turn on and off when tapping the buttons on the remote. Over time, you find out where you need to stand, aim the remote at, etc., to turn stuff on/off. I use 2 for Christmas decorations (one on the front porch and one in an attic window). The other one I use to turn on the string of lightbulbs in the attic when I need to inspect/work there. The one unit operating in the semi-enclosed porch area stopped working recently. It lasted just over a year (condensation issue?). That's disappointing -- hopefully the other two will keep working for another few years. I anticipate replacing all of them eventually with a wireless solution similar to the WiOn Outdoor Wi-Fi Light Control 2-Outlets, Wireless Switch, Programmable Timer 50049 A Wi-Fi solution will prevent the double-check process of seeing if lights actually turned on/off.

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iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit - Electronics, Smartphone, Computer & Tablet Repair Kit

I've used the old-style Pro Tech Toolkit for years iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit and it's never let me down. I recently upgraded to the new 2016 Pro Tech during a black friday sale and have had some time to use it. The new 64 bit kit iFixit 64 Bit Driver Kit is the star of this toolkit by far, but I was very impressed with all the components.

See my video review for details on some of the changes and upgrades.

Update, things I've discovered since making my video review:

The steel used for the bits is 6150 (manufacturer's website), so it contains 0.5% C, 0.8% Mn, 0.9% Cr, 0.18% V making it a type of CR-V steel, commonly used for knives and swords. "6150 is a fine grained, highly abrasion resistant carbon-chromium alloy steel. Very good shock resistance and toughness are also key properties of this alloy in the heat treated condition." I'm still amazed at the machining quality of the bits.

Here is a list of applications I'm aware of for some of the special bits you won't find in other kits:
5.5mm Nut Driver - Printer and copier repair
Spanner/Snake-eye bits - Security panels, elevators, bathroom hardware.
Square/Robertson bits - Common in Canada/Australia
JIS /Japanese Industrial Standard - Used in cameras, remote control helicopters, drones and other electronics.
Torx Security. TR6 - Apple Mac Mini
TR8 - Xbox and some HP printers, other assorted electronics
TR10 - Playstation and HP/Compaq computers
T15 - HP/Compaq/Lenovo hardware
Gamebits 4.5 and 3.8 - Nintendo and Sega consoles/games
Y000 - Apple Watch
Y00 - Apple track pads
P2 - iPhone bottom screws
P5 - MacBook cases
P6 - MacBook Batteries

I've used a lot of toolkits out there, but none haven't I found that are as versatile and useful as this one. This toolkit can enable you to open up almost any device out there, but what's better is they also offer device repair teardown videos and detailed instructions with the very tools this kit comes with, so you don't have to wing it and potentially break the device you intend to repair.

As for the quality of the tools, this is by far the best out there. The driver piece is straight aluminum painted black with a really nice blue aluminum cap that twists so smoothly, like it's using ball bearings. The tip also has a really solid magnet built in so any tiny bolt wont fall off of the driver, which is super nice because I've spent way too much time searching for really tiny dropped bolts that are sometimes smaller than ants. This uses almost every driver bit and special tool you'll need to safely disassemble your devices. Also the cap of the driver set also has a raised internal grid to separate and store your bolts while you're working on a device.

I love iFixit a lot and I highly recommend this product, however the reason why I am giving this 4 stars is because the case's velcro strips almost don't line up at all, which means it's really difficult to close and usually doesn't stay closed.

I really like IFixIt's tools. This kit is pretty awesome. I bought it about 6 months ago and have used it daily! I also one the smaller kit with the smaller screw driver set, which I have had for over a year. I only have 2 complaints. In this kit I swear the metal the bits are made of is softer than the ones in the smaller/older kit. I have never bent or broken a bit from the previous kit, but with this one I was opening a laptop case a couple days after this arrived (a laptop that I have opened several times!) and somehow I bent one of the Phillips bits in this set! I was pretty bugged about that! Then a couple weeks later I bent one of the flat head bits too! What the heck! I now try to be MUCH more careful, but still why would this NEWER/MORE EXPENSIVE kit have poorer quality tools than the OLDER/SMALLER/CHEAPER kit?

My only other complaint is that I did have to bust out a sewing kit and add some more velcro, Once you open this and try to close it again, it BARELY closes all the way. If they had used like 1/4 inch more fabric, there wouldnt be a problem, but for me it is either I have to pull the material super hard to close it or risk it popping open in my bag - and the magnet lid to the screwdriver bits doesnt hold really strong, I dont think it will even stay closed if you tip box upside down!

Other than those 2 complaints, this is great and I really like it!

ORIGINAL REVIEW, JANUARY 2018:
Every gadget fixer and DIY-er should have something like this on hand. It's a rather specialized toolkit, a nice addition to your assortment of pliers and other tools.

UPDATE, A MONTH LATER:
The longer I have this kit, the more useful it gets. The screwdriver bit collection by itself is worth the price. The prying tools have become indispensible - no more screwdriver gouges from trying to pry open things, and no more banged-up fingernails. The reverse tweezers (squeeze to loosen, unsqueeze to grip) are immensely handy. And, back to the screwdriver bits, the screwdriver handle itself is very well designed. It's ergonomic, it allows you to keep pressure on the fastener at all times, it's got good manufacturing tolerances, and the extender is actually a useful accessory rather than an annoyance.

I’m gonna give this five stars even with a few flaws, and here’s why. I’ll start with the negatives: the packaging seemed to have seals broken on the box leading me to believe it was repackaged. I was thinking, here we go again as I’ve had a few items touted as new sent via AMZN which were obviously used. But to my surprised the inside showed no signs of use which was a relief. My second disappointing find was the lack of a 5 point security bit which I just assumed would be part of the offering, but alas that was my stupidity for not looking closely on product description. I can’t find a micro 5 point security bit anywhere! Now the good stuff, and this really hinges on ifixit itself. While product itself is nice, its not the quality of the components that impress me. The IFIXIT website is phenomenal. You are not just buying a bit set. You are buying into a company that provides a complete solution set to your problems. You never repaired an iPhone? Well with a little gumption, this toolkit and the ifixit website, it is now possible. I’m hoping this company continues on this awesome path of empowering people to DIY so those of us who cannot afford the big box Geeks can fix it ourselves.

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Feature Product

• Developed over 5 years using the data from thousands of repair manuals to have all the right tools.
• All tools designed and manufactured by iFixit using the highest quality materials and methods.
• Includes the 64 Bit Driver Kit, the highest quality most comprehensive CNC machined bit set.
• Completely re-engineered to provide all the tools that you need, and none that you don't.
• Covered by iFixit's Lifetime Warranty

Description

The new Pro Tech Toolkit is the one thing every DIYer, fixer, hacker, hobbyist, and professional needs to tackle any job.

Every tool in the Pro Tech Toolkit has been re-engineered to be better. From the 64 Bit Driver Kit to the iFixit Opening Picks, every tool is specially designed and selected to maximize your repair capabilities.

At the core of this kit is the iFixit 64 Bit Driver Kit, designed with extensive research into what fastener types are currently used in the consumer electronics industry and which legacy fasteners are still in demand by consumers. From the Apple Watch with its new tiny Tri-Point screws to vintage Nintendo game consoles with gamebit fasteners, the 64 bit kit covers them all with the highest quality CNC machined bits. Even the sturdy case was carefully engineered, having no hinges or latches to break, and features a sorting tray inside the magnetically attached lid.

Kit Includes:

• Mako Driver Kit - 64 Precision Bits
• Anti-Static Wrist Strap
• Suction Handle
• 3x iFixit Opening Tool
• 6x iFixit Opening Pick
• Nylon Tipped Reverse Tweezers
• Angled ESD Tweezers
• Blunt ESD Tweezers
• Spudger
• Halberd Spudger
• Metal Spudger
• Jimmy
• Magnetic Pad
• Tool Roll

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I struggled to justify spending the money on this when there are so many copies here on Amazon for way less than half the price. I finally decided that I wanted a kit with quality, durable tools. And I went for it. I’m so happy that I did. So far I have completely disassembled 2 Xbox One controllers and replaced the screen on my Son’s Kindle Fire HD8. The Xbox One controllers were mostly fixed with just a good cleaning. One had a sticky A button and both had D pad issues. But no more. I currently have a replacement screen on order for my Asus TF700 Transformer tablet. Theses tools have worked great for all these repairs! I highly recommend taking the plunge and getting these instead of the cheaper ones. You won’t regret it!

I get the feeling even without checking that many others have said what I'm about to for the iFixit kit: it is absolutely indispensable for anyone working with electronics. It's so well thought out and filled with useful pieces, and so lacking in worthless ones, that you can tell it was put together by people who work on electronics regularly.

Among professionals, these iFixit kits are practically ubiquitous because their utility is so well known. Watch just about any tech channel, for example, and you will hear a lot of "iFixit isn't actually a sponsor but..." as they pull out one of these tool kits. In fact, I would go so far as to say that if you are about to work with a technician and they don't have one of these kits, you should consider their skills and/or experience somewhat suspect unless you know them or someone you trust can vouch for them. The kits reputation is that good.

You could probably save a few dollars by hunting for the components individually, but for whatever tiny amount you saved it wouldn't be worth the convenience of having it all in one place, imo. I would splurge for the Pro kit and future-proof your investment a bit, personally. Either way, I couldn't recommend one of these kits highly enough.

I only have two complaints: 1)The Velcro on the tool roll doesn't match up with the 64 bit driver kit inside - barely 1 mm from each strip makes contact. 2) There is a metal plate stuck to the bottom with some kind of adhesive and it keeps falling off; if I leave it off, then I'm going to have to scrub the rest of the adhesive off the bottom.

This appears to have everything I could want for working on phones etc... except a sim tray tool. Used a grocery twist tie in it's place as I don't remember where I put the boxes from my OnePlus One phones. The spudgers, tweezers and 00 screwdriver tip I used seem to be of excellent quality. I did NOT need this level of kit, but being an Automotive Technician used to buying Snapon, I kind of had to get it... I like the wrap, it works. The magnetic bit tray cover is nice, no damn clip to break off the 3rd time you open it. The use of a magnet in the wrap to hold the bit holder housing was a nice touch. Overall, very pleased with this purchase. Managed to rebuild my OnePlus One with a few problems that had nothing to do with the tools, just my inexperience opening a phone.

This is a great kit, heard about them on Linus Tech Tips, and figured I'd give it a shot. I have a couple precision sets already, and I was hoping this would have a stronger magnetic driver for the bits but alas it really doesn't. If you're not careful whatever you're unscrewing will dangle and fall right off. My solution has been to slap a tiny little neodymium magnet on the bit itself, and then the screw or whatever doesn't move, but I was hoping I didn't need to do that anymore.

The other things are great though, the pry bars are quality, and the little guitar picks and metal scraper/splitter thing work great. Also, having that set of tweezers really does help with removing ribbon cables in laptops (especially the reverse tweezers).

$50 is probably a little bit overpriced, especially considering the magnetic bits aren't the strongest, but I'm happy with it and it's better than the other two precision sets I have, so it wins I guess.

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Kasa Indoor Camera, 1080P HD Smart wifi Security Camera with 12 hrs Free Clips, Night Vision, Motion Detection, Remote Monitor, Works with Google Assistant and Alexa (KC100)

These things are excellent. I have one of the larger Kasa cams in the mouse (KC120) and it works great. Clear video, good audio, two way talking and night vision. And it syncs up perfectly with Google Home, which I use to run our smart home. When I saw the Kasa Spot cams and Kasa went as fair as to email me a 20% off coupon, I jumped on them. With the coupon they came out to $40 each so I pickup and two and put them in our daughters room and our nursery, as we're expecting in July.

I honestly can't notice a difference in the quality and performance of the bigger model, which cost about $80 at the time of this review. We know have 3 Kasa cams and numerous Kasa smart plugs throughout the house and have not had any issues integrating them into our Google Home applications and we now use them on a daily basis with voice commands.

I'm wishing I had picked up 4 or 5 of them! A++

I already have a couple of Kasa plugs, and this integrated seamlessly into the app with the other products. I'm not paying for a monthly subscription, but I have an alert set up and you can view the videos and download them. I forget how long the videos are kept with the free subscription. The video is crisp and clear and the sound quality is good.

The only negative I encountered during my first week of use is that the camera is, at times, sensitive to changes in room lighting. On one mostly cloudy day, when we also left our blinds open, we were alerted every few minutes for several hours. When I watched the video clips, however, all I saw was the window getting brighter and darker with changes in the sun.

Now, personally, for the price and how well the camera performs otherwise, this isn't a big issue for me. And, in about 8 days, it only happened the one day, when we also left the blinds open, so the changes in lighting were more dramatic than on previous days.

Overall, very pleased and I considered it a fantastic value!

I didn’t really need this inside camera but bought it out of curiosity because I like the Kasa app and the various bulbs, switches and plugs I’ve made into a nice system. This camera is lightweight, good looking and quite small. The USB cord is long enough for most uses and the camera flawlessly hooked up to my Kasa app on my iPhone and iPad. The connection to Amazon’s Alexa app was also easy. The video picture is very clear and has quite a wide angle for excellent coverage of my front room and front door. The wide view is a little distorted but that is to be expected and I found it reasonable for its purpose. I don’t use the alarm motion feature but I did try it and it works well. The color video and night vision also are very good. In summary, I like Kasa and will probably be buying a couple Kasa outdoor cameras in th future, once I figure out how to move an electrical outlet to where I will need it.

We have outside motion detection cameras and I wanted to add an indoor one but didn't want to pay the $179 for the same system so thought I would give this a try. I already have their smart plugs and love them so was hoping for the same quality. Our dog recently had surgery and we needed to keep an eye on him when we are not home. I am so pleased with this, the picture quality is fantastic, the picture I have included shows the night vision and the ability to talk/listen. The second picture shows the view with a light on. I will more than like be purchasing more of these!

2 things- If you are home, shut the camera off or you will have houndreds of videos taken and you will need to delete them. 2. Set timing for when Kasa camera will be on that way you will not have to go through the manual deletion process. 3. Set camera time when you will not be home, as those are the videos that could become most important. I do not know how to connect the Kasa to Alexa show to show what is happening with motion on my Echo and Tech help is not helpful. I sleep upstairs and need to be able to be awaken if this is motion or sound in the area of position of the camera.
My plan is to get more of these but until I can get everything effectively the way I need to protect my house, I will need to wait so I can see what is going on in the middle of the night downstairs. The night vision is awesome and it works on my phone great. However, if left on all day, it drains the battery fast. I recommend this item, however, you will or should look up how to use it. I have other Kasa products that run on TP-Link and I haven't any trouble. It is a matter of getting used to it. I definitely would recommend especially if you live alone or vacation a lot.

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Feature Product

• CRYSTAL CLEAR VIDEO - Sharp and clear 1080p full-HD provides high-quality video right in the palm of your hand
• WIDE ANGLE FIELD OF VIEW - 130-degree, wide-angle field of view makes sure nothing is out of view. Set it up in a corner and get a full view of your living room or place it on top of a shelf to get a great view of your kitchen
• INSTANT ACTIVITY ALERTS - No need to check your Kasa Spot throughout the day. Get automatic alerts when it detects motion or sound
• NIGHT VISION - Even in the dark, the Kasa Spot has Night Vision up to 20 feet. Never miss a thing at night and still get the same high-quality video you're used to
• TWO-WAY AUDIO - Use crisp two-way audio to communicate with nosy roommates, family or even mischievous pets
• CLOUD STORAGE PLANS - Upgrade your Kasa care subscription plan and enjoy full video recordings for up to 30 days
• ACTIVITY ZONES - Configure up to 4 customizable zones for more meaningful alerts at no cost to you. Place zones around your front door, kitchen or anywhere you like to focus your camera's view
• 24/7 LIVE VIEW - Keep an eye on what's important to you real-time from anywhere with the Kasa Smart app. Even stream live video to any Alexa or Google Assistant supported display, like a Fire TV, Echo Show or Chromecast
• PROTECT EVERY PIXEL - All your video streams are protected with industry-standard 128-bit AES encryption with SSL/TLS right from the camera

Description

Keep an eye on your things with the highly affordable kasa spot indoor security Camera. Receive instant alerts straight to your smartphone.

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This tiny product was easy to set up and works very well. Excellent value for its price. We are happy with our purchase.
The picture quality is great, even in low/no light.

The microphone is extremely sensitive. The app notifies us whenever our baby makes a noise even in another part of the house (despite having set the sensitivity to the lowest of three sensitivity settings). We would like to see a sensitivity scale for audio similar to the 0-10 scale for video.
The only other issue is with live streaming. We had hoped to use the camera as a baby monitor. However, when live streaming on iPhone/iPad, the screen eventually shuts off if we do not tap the screen regularly. Ideally, the app should treat live streaming like watching a video/movie on other apps (cf. Netflix) that block the power-saving feature of the 'phone. This should be an easy tweak in a future app update.

The only other smart camera I have is the Nest Hello so my experience is somewhat limited. The two way audio is slow to react. You have to hold the button down while talking. And you can't hear the other person while talking or for another 3 seconds after releasing the talk button. It makes it difficult to have any sort of conversation through the camera. The Nest Hello (I know it's a video doorbell not a camera) doesn't have this lag and conversations are much easier. Other than that, everything else performs as expected.

I have seen several different cameras in this category, and there is absolute itching wrong with this camera. Yes, the cloud service costs more money, but you do not NEED the cloud service. For fifty bucks, this compact, two-way audio, night bison equipped camera is fantastic. If you want to produce a Hollywood movie or plan on being robbed on a daily basis, then perhaps you need to pass on this camera. Otherwise, it’s an easy “yes” to this purchase.

Love that they are 1080P resolution. Very clear pictures that you can zoom in on. Easy to set up with Kasa iphone app. I wish they had a desktop app like the Arlo cameras do. Great alerts and love the two-way communication. Great buy and would recommend.

PICTURE QUALITY IS QUITE GOOD. I AM STILL LEARNING ABOUT THIS CAMERA...WISH THE "NOTIFICATIONS" COULD BE REDUCED....RIGHT NOW IT'S LIMITED TO ONE NOTIFICATION EVERY FIVE MINUTES. WISH THAT COULD BE ONE NOTIFICATION EVERY 15 MINUTES OR SO. OTHER THAN THAT...THIS PRODUCT WORKS WELL; IS EASY TO ADD TO MY EXISTING KASA APP. AT THIS TIME, I THINK THIS PRODUCT WILL WORK OUT FINE.

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Mighty Mule Wireless Digital Keypad (FM137)

Pleasantly pleased with this. Was a little intimidated when I opened up the instructions and feared I may need to take a couple of calculus classes before I could program it but a couple glasses of bourbon later, I was reading it just fine. Maybe I should have had more bourbon when I was in college? Anyway, it has everything you need except batteries (I think) and it was quick to install. I would have preferred a little more tactile feeling behind the pushing of the buttons; they feel like poking jell-o. Otherwise, no complaints!

I recently bought a number of Mighty Mule products: Light Duty Gate Opener MM260, 10w Solar Panel kit, Electronic Gate Lock, Pin Lock, about 5 extra transmitters, and 2 of these Keypads. The gate was installed and has been working great for about a month. But when I tried to program my keypads I ran into trouble. I followed the instructions and successfully "Learned" my transmitter, then successfully changed my master code. The problem was, they did NOT operate my gate. That was a head scratcher. I went through the steps several times, satisfied that I did not make a mistake, so called Customer Service. I got the MOST HELPFUL and friendly customer service rep, Julian! It turns out the problem was that I used one of my OEM transmitters to pair the keypads, and not the one that said Mighty Mule on the case, and was included with my gate opener. The others looked identical to the MM transmitter except for not having their logo on the case. Once I went through the process using the original MM transmitter, they worked just fine. Julian went through the process of programming both keypads with me on the phone, including changing the master code, adding an entry code, and testing both units every step of the way. Thank you so much Julian, you were very professional and easy to work with.

IMPORTANT! Always use your original Mighty Mule transmitter when programming your keypads!

This was an add on for the gate that I didn’t think I needed but am I glad I purchased it. Very easy to install. At night when you touch it all the numbers light up with a warm red glow so it is easy to use. Mainly purchased this for friends to get in if I don’t know there coming over. Happy with the purchase. Although this is a wireless system I went ahead and hardwired it so I wouldn’t have to replace batteries. Just sayin

I replaced the battery only model as the batteries always died without notice and when I needed to open the gate to get into they yard it failed to work. I wired this one to the gate battery so it always works and I don't need to change batteries anymore. Works great and i highly recommend it over the battery only model.

My first unit worked sporadically after a few years...as if the circuit boards had temporary problems. I futzed with that and was able to get it to work just by removing and replacing the same batteries. Of course I had to remove the keypad from the wall so that was irritating. I finally gave up and bought this new one.
I wish it had weather cover. Hood on top normally protects, but we get a lot of "horizontal" rain.Power and keyboard light is essential, so good for that. I like that if a mistake is made in entering the code, that the unit remembers the last four numbers required to open it. The original mfg. unit supplied only lasted a few years in a very humid environment. Easy to use and program.

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Feature Product

• Wireless weatherproof keypad.
• Numeric keypad for controlled access with simple programming that can hold up to 25 access codes. Additionally, you can have temporary codes that can be programmed to expire within one to seven days.
• The Mighty Mule Digital Keypad is designed to work with all Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Openers; this is an ideal accessory for convenience and security.
• Easy DIY (Do It Yourself) programming for your Mighty Mule Automatic Gate Opener system.
• Backed by a 12 month Mighty Mule Warranty and Technical Support.

Description

The Digital Keypad is designed to control access to all Mighty Mule automatic gate openers. It can be programmed to use up to 25 different personal identification number (PIN) codes, and each code can be set up as a temporary or permanent security access code. Each code is face programmable with additional security features built in. This Digital Keypad can be easily installed wirelessly within 50 feet of your gate opener control box. Requires 3-AA batteries (not included).

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The unit works well. The only negative thing is it only allows a 4 digit pass code setting. I bought this to replace my older (25 years) Mighty Mule Wireless Digital Keypad which I had entered more than 4 digit code. So I will have to inform varies people a new code. I could continue to use the old one and send this new one back, probably not. Seems Mighty Mule went backwards on this.

We have several of these and have been using them for 5+ years. We've installed, set up, and reprogrammed pins in all of them, and the instructions are very quick and easy to follow. Using them daily, we still haven't needed to replace batteries in them yet. Installing them initially with wireless setup took maybe 10 minutes total.

I have a long driveway with a double gate at the entrance and GTO Pro openers that have been working for around 15 years. I always depended on the remotes to open and close the gates which can be a hassle if mowing or with a bicycle or motorcycle and not having a remote with me at the time. It took less than 10 minutes from opening the package to program the wireless function and put where I wanted it. Better than a doorbell type switch because it can't be activated accidentally or by someone you don't want to be able to open the gates.

Great keypad. We wired ours to the gate system. It was very easy to program. Just remember to wait for the beeps before you try the code or try to program a new code. I believe it said you can program up to 25 codes to it. There is also an option to program a temporary code that only lasts as many days as you tell it. That is awesome! Nice for when we go out of town and have pet sitters!! Seems well made. We will see how it holds up!

Our keypad on the gate to our property broke, and we said, "Oh, I'll bet we can find it on Amazon." Yes! Amazon had it, and they had it on sale about half the usual price. Then with points, my goodness, what a deal we found. It's installed, and now our visitors can come in to see us.

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Zacro 18 in 1 Professional Opening Pry Tool Repair Kit with Non-Abrasive Nylon Spudgers and Pack of 2 Anti-Static Tweezers

This is a great set of tools intended for cell phone and tablet repair however I plan to use them to open small automotive relays and dash instrument clusters. The set has the right amount of picks & probes to open a variety of small electronics that are held together with adhesives & plastic snaps. I'm finding many other uses for these every day so I placed them in my top toolbox drawer for easy access. The cellophane pouch that it shipped with didn't hold up long so I'm using a small ziploc baggie to keep the set together when not in use. You can't beat these for under ten bucks.

So far, I've used these to open three different tablets. Two were kid's Dragon Touch 7" tablets. The pieces in the set that look like guitar picks are great for this. They make short work of the clips and don't damage the case.

Then I tackled a Galaxy 10" tablet. Wow. The guitar pick tools aren't long enough to break the case loose, and the clips are strong enough that they destroyed the yellow pry bar, one of the similarly-sized blue ones, and one of the long blue ones with the pointed end. I eventually got it open, but that pretty much wiped out those pieces. Keep in mind that the price of a set of these tools is much, much, much less than paying a repair shop to fix your device, so their durability isn't a deal breaker for me.

The little bag they come in isn't very good - it's very deep and narrow, so you can't really fish out a specific tool but instead need to shake them out. Toss them in a drawer or a bigger zip lock bag.

Good quality product and helped me work on a liquid damage MacBook Pro. Perfect and sharp tips.

One of the tips broke and one email to the seller resolved the issue. Like it when seller backs their product.

I ordered this tool kit hoping I would be able to use it to open my 10-inch tablet which has died. There is a nice variety of different Tools in this kit and it had exactly what I needed. I am so glad to have this in my home tool Arsenal!!! Nice quality and selection and the price was very reasonable. It arrived very quickly also.

Honestly when I bought this I wasnt expecting it to be all that great but its actually a pretty amazing kit. Various tools for various procedures and the best part is they work perfectly. VERY pleased with this purchase

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Feature Product

• Zacro Professional Opening Pry Tool 18 Piece Kit for smart phone disassembly and repair
• Allows you to take apart your mobile devices without damage to the tablet or phone cover
• Includes 1 Metal Spudger,2 anti-static tweezer,1 Knife,3 Triangle Paddle,4 pry tools,6 Pry Tools Repair Open
• Good quality pry tool, a must have repair tools & kits at home
• Zacro Microfiber cleaning cloth included

Description

Everytime something goes wrong with your mobile phone or laptop, you cannot figure out a way to disassemble your device? Let's crack it open and see what kind of trouble you can get into.

This Zacro 18 in 1 nice selection of tools help get devices apart and remove the small cables in cell phones. The tweezers are good for really fine small items as the end is pointed. The pry tools are versatile as each one has it's own application functionality.

Package included:
1 * Metal Spudger
2 * anti-static tweezer
1* Knife
3 * Triangle Paddle
6 * Pry Tools Repair Open
4 * pry tools
1 * Ultrafine Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

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Kit shipped quickly, came in a re-sealable plastic envelope, and contains many tools at a reasonable price. I needed this kit to change a screen on a laptop and while I only used a couple of the tools from the kit, I couldn't have known which ones I'd use before starting the job. I now have a fully-working laptop and a number of tools which I can use in future.

I ordered this because I had an upgrade in RAM coming for my All-in-one computer which requires you to remove the complete back from the display to install the RAM.
The stylus worked perfect for the job and I will not hesitate to use them when I upgrade my wife's computer.
A very good set of tools for computers and phones.

This is a very nice selection of tools for a wide variety of desk top repair procedures. There are some very handy devices included which will preclude my having to search for a suitable tool every time I try to repair something that requires some creativity and dexterity.

I bought one of these at work to use for repairing laptops and was so impressed with the variety of items that I bought one for at home too. My only complaint so far would be that the plastic is a bit soft so the sharp ends wear down quickly but it's also a good thing because if was really hard plastic it might scratch the finish on the cases.

I've used this set to take apart several laptops and two phones. The plastic and metal tools are thick enough that they won't break easily, but they also bend a little. The metal tweezers could be stronger, but they work great for ribbon cable clips and other light tasks. For the price I thought this set had a good combination of metal and plastic tools. I'd buy this again if these ever wear out.

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Philips Hue 541730 Outdoor Motion Sensor, Black & White

I received the Hue Outdoor motion sensor and spent the day trying to make it work with little succeess. Connecting the outdoor sensor to the Hue app is easy and painless, but that's where the ease of use ends. First, I noticed the light sensor is stuck at 1 lux no matter what light enviroment it's in. Searching online, this appears to be a known issue and one solution was to remove it from the Hue app, reset it, and add it back to the Hue app. This method didn't work for me. There is a software update coming out that is suppose to fix it, so I will wait and see if it really fixes this problem.

The sensitivity option is also problematic. The Hue indoor motion sensor has a High, Medium, and Low setting for the sensitivity. The Hue outdoor motion sensor has a slider instead, which gives you finer control over the sensitivity option. The issue is, no matter how low you set this option, the sensor appears to be still too sensitive. Everytime a car drives past my house, the sensor goes off. Again, even if the sensitivty option is at the lowest setting, it still triggers. The sensitivity option is the only option available to the user to reduce unwanted notifications. But it doesn't work. So, depending on far the sidewalk is outside your house, this device is going to notify you of people walking by, as well as cars driving by.

Update 03-14-19

The firmware update fixed the light sensitivity issue. So, now the light sensor reports the right values. However, the sensitivity problem remains in that it picks up people walking on the sidewalk and cars moving on the street at the lowest setting. But on the whole, the product works much better with the firmware update now.

Update 3-19-2019

During the day, I get a lot of false possitives from the motion sensor when it's sunny outside. The sensor detects shadows, caused by th sun moving across it's view, and thinks it's human movement. Thereby tiggering the motion sensor. Again, the sensitivity setting isn't very useful here as well. Lowering the sensitivy doesn't help. You will just have to play with different placement to minimize these false positives. However, the temperature sensor seems accurate though.

First, I love the Hue products and even had to go to 2 bridges. For the most part it works great and has excellent range. One screw attaches the mount to your house, and then you hang your sensor on that mount. It seems pretty secure. I put it at an elevation of 8’2” to maximize the area of coverage.

When I first got the motion sensor, the dusk to dark light sensor in it did not work, always triggering the lights even in bright daylight. This was at firmware version 6.1.0.25261. However, a firmware update came through, and now the sensors works perfectly!

I have it triggering floodlights outside. With Apple Home Kit it’s super nice because I have it buzzing my Apple Watch too, and also it gives you a temperature sensor out there as well, which is a nice added bonus and appears to be accurate (without rigid testing of it).

Very happy with this Philips sensor, now that they have updated the firmware and made the light sensor work properly.

I bought this in conjunction with several Hue outdoor lights (Two Callas and three Lilies). As with the indoor sensor, placement is everything, and there is no easy way to mount this temporarily - I used Gorilla tape to hold it in place while I tested locations. The mounting kit is interesting, and can be used in corners (inward or outward) but a flush mount is impossible and it's not adjustable. I do wish Philips had thought to include an adjustable visor for the sensor, because the sensitivity setting in the app is only so good. I wanted to capture movement to the end of my property but not on the road in front of the house. I ended up using a piece of black electrician's tape to cover about 1/4" of the sensor to prevent passing cars from setting it off. So - aside from the mounting and sensitivity options, it's a great little addition, and well worth the investment.

More than for security purposes I lighting outdoor that reacts to me. Normally I keep the outside lights rather bright in case I am out there in the evening. Now with this I can keep them on but dimmed (a bit more neighbor friendly) and when I drive up or go out back all the lights back there come on full bright..., Gives you what a motion sensor would do but in a more flexible way.

Update: still working without the hub still showing 100% battery after almost 2 weeks.
Original review:
Required a device handler to work with smart things without a hue hub. Which shouldn't be an issue for anyone that is familiar with such things. I ended up mounting with outdoor rated Velcro rather then drilling holes I think that easier for battery replacements. Gets good coverage both distance and radius on my long driveway.

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Feature Product

• ENHANCE YOUR SMART HOME EXPERIENCE: The Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor detects outdoor motion and can trigger both Philips Hue Indoor and Outdoor lights. Set your Hue sensor to welcome you or guests home with lights, or detect intruders or potential package thieves with pre-set light scenes. Philips Hue Hub and Hue Smart lights required and sold separately.
• MAXIMUM SECURITY: Scare away potential package thieves or intruders. Thanks to the large view angle and detection range the outdoor sensor will spot any movement near your smart home. It can directly turn on your outdoor lights to expose intruders while turning on indoor Hue smart bulbs so it looks like you're home, even when you're not.
• EXTREME RESISTENCE: Resistant to all weather conditions, this Philips Hue outdoor sensor is designed for use in outdoor environments and has undergone rigorous tests to ensure its performance. Certified by UL, the product will withstand heavy rainfall and other weather conditions.
• EASY INSTALLATION: Installed in a matter of minutes, the outdoor motion sensor is easy to mount and is fully wireless. You don't need an electrician to have it installed. Just unpack the sensor, set it up through the Philips Hue app and install it wherever you like. Configuring the outdoor sensor and setting the daylight and motion sensitivity is also done via the Philips Hue app.
• LIMITLESS POSSIBILITIES: Place the Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor where you want. The kit comes equipped with different mounting components. You can mount it on a flat wall, on the inner or outer corner of a wall or post, or on a pole or rain pipe. It's perfect for front yard lighting, deck lighting, porch lighting, around the door, garage or any place around your smart home where it matters. One lens to see it all: The lens of the outdoor sensor is custom designed to detect movement directly below the sensor - for example when you step out of the door or are at a longer distance it detects you. When closely examining the lens you can see how the lens pattern changes to detect movement at close range and the upper part at long range.

Description

The Philips Hue Outdoor Motion Sensor automatically turns on the Philips Hue Smart Lights you want, both outdoor and indoor.The sensor detects variations in infrared radiation in its environment, allowing it to detect human movement and automatically turn on the lights (sensor motion sensitivity can be adjusted in the app). By connecting the motion sensor to your Hue hub via the Philips Hue app, you can choose which of your Philips Hue lights go on, both inside and outside your house. Also choose the scene or light setting that should be triggered. The integrated dusk-to-dawn sensor ensures your lights only switch on when it is actually dark outside helping you to conserve energy. This Philips Hue outdoor sensor is specially designed for use in outdoor environments and has undergone rigorous tests to ensure its performance. Certified by UL, the product will withstand heavy rainfall and other weather conditions.​ 160 degree horizontal/80 degree verticle view angle with 39 ft x 8 ft detection radius. Optimized for far range and close proximity (antering and leaving home). Able to fix the motion sensor on both a flat wall and corner.

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I love the fact that Hue Labs is producing automation scripts for the device.
I can see the current brightness outside, and the current temperature. Also can be alerted when motion is detected, and can be configured to not notify you at specified times.
Oh and it can turn lights on when motion is detected as well (you know, what it’s advertised as?) day or night.
Only gripe, wish I could trigger other non Hue devices to receive an audiable tone on phone or in home when motion is detected.
May order a second unit for perimeter of house.

This motion detector works fantastically. It’s easy to install and isn’t too big. I love that I can use it to control other non-Hue smart items in my home using the Home app on my iPhone. So while you can use it to control your Hue Lights, you can also use it to control any other items that you can add to HomeKit on iOS. Pretty fantastic. Damn worth the money.

My whole house runs HUE and these sensors were just what I needed to compliment my outside lights. Compared to the indoor sensor this thing is built really solid, it’s heavy and clearly designed to withstand the elements. The more granular sensitivity control compared to the indoor unit is a great feature too.

This sensor is a nice addition to my hue collection...I included it into the system and mounted it under the eave on my shed...I adjusted the settings and now if someone walks within 20 feet of the shed the lights come on ..Feels well made plus philips hue makes nice stuff...

Philips hue out motion sensor are awesome.. Install is easy to install. Yes I recommend!!

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