Ring Launches Second-Generation Video Doorbell With 1080p Video and Removable Battery

Ring today launched the Video Doorbell 2 with 1080p video, up from 720p, and a removable, rechargeable battery pack.

Ring’s original Video Doorbell also has a battery, but it’s not removable, so the whole doorbell has to be unmounted and taken inside every six to twelve months or so to be recharged with an included Micro-USB cable. A removable battery pack makes recharging the video doorbell much more convenient.

Alternatively, the Video Doorbell 2 can continue to be hardwired with an 8-24 VAC transformer part of existing wired doorbell setups.

Ring’s second-generation video doorbell also features customizable, interchangeable silver and brown faceplates, and improved infrared night vision with a 160º field of view and 180º horizontal motion detection angle. It continues to have two-way audio with noise cancellation, and so-called bank-grade encryption.

Ring connects to a home’s Wi-Fi network and streams live video and audio to a paired iPhone and iPad through the free Ring Video Doorbell app on the App Store [Direct Link]. Video recordings can be saved in the cloud for up to 60 days with Ring’s optional $30 per year, per camera subscription plan.

Ring’s Video Doorbell and Video Doorbell 2 are not compatible with Apple HomeKit. A company spokesperson said the Ring Pro and Floodlight Cam will be HomeKit compatible most likely by the end of this year.

Ring is accepting orders for the Video Doorbell 2 on its website for $199, the same introductory price as its original Video Doorbell, now $179. The sleeker, hardwired-only Video Doorbell Pro is also available for $249.

Ring said the Video Doorbell 2 is also available today at all 15,000 major U.S. retailers that carry its devices, including Best Buy and Home Depot.

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IKEA Details Plans for Furniture Placement App Powered by Apple’s ARKit

At WWDC this year, Apple senior vice president of software engineering Craig Federighi performed a demo of the company’s new augmented reality platform, ARKit, while mentioning popular furniture company IKEA as an upcoming partner in the technology. Similarly, Apple CEO Tim Cook referenced an IKEA AR partnership in a recent interview with Bloomberg Businessweek.

Now, Ikea executive Michael Valdsgaard has spoken about the company’s partnership with Apple and ARKit, describing an all-new augmented reality app that will help customers make “reliable buying decisions” for IKEA’s big ticket items (via Digital.di) [Google Translate].

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When it launches, the app will let customers choose which IKEA product they want and then use an iPhone or iPad powered by ARKit to see how the IKEA furniture looks in their own home before it’s purchased. IKEA has been doing this for years now, including an early version which required users to scan pages of an IKEA catalogue to view AR furniture, but the company said that Apple’s platform will greatly increase the consistency and quality of the experience.

Valdsgaard said that the app will support between 500 and 600 IKEA products at launch with more being added afterwards. The augmented reality experience will even directly play into the development and launch of new products, as Valdsgaard explained that the company plans to first debut new pieces of furniture in the app to give customers a taste of what’s coming.

“This will be the first augmented reality app that allows you to make reliable buying decisions,” said Michael Valdsgaard, digital transformation manager at Inter Ikea Systems, the company that owns the brand Ikea.

Going forward, it will play a key role in new product lines. “When we launch new products, they will be first in the AR app.”

Selling furniture directly within the app is a possibility as well, but isn’t the company’s focus for the first iteration of the software. Valdsgaard said, “Ideally, you could put a sofa in your home with the help of the app, and then with one click add it in the shopping cart on the site. But we have a tight deadline.”

Several teams are working on the technology behind the augmented reality app, including one “innovation team” of 150 people located in Älmhult, Sweden — where the first IKEA opened — as well as a twenty-person team specifically responsible for the 3D modeling of furniture. The ARKit-powered IKEA app is expected to launch this fall, following the iOS 11 update.

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What is the Nordic Thingy:52? – Gary explains

The Nordic Thingy:52 is a clever microcontroller development board that showcases what can be done using Nordic’s Bluetooth Low Energy chip, the nRF52832. It is a platform upon which hobbyists and professionals can learn, prototype and develop IoT solutions. So let’s take a look at what it’s capable of and what it can help you build.

The Thingy:52 comes with a whole array of different sensors including a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, an air pressure sensor, and a 9 axis motion sensor. Nordic also gives away for free the source code needed to build an Android app to communicate with the Thingy:52. There is also the added bonus that it doesn’t come as a geeky looking circuit board, but rather in a very presentable 6×6 cm plastic and rubber case with built-in battery, meaning you can use it to try out IoT ideas without needing to design a consumer version first.

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Endless possibilities

The possibilities for the hobbyist computer enthusiast have never been greater. Smartphones are ubiquitous and come with powerful quad-core or octa-core CPUs, fast GPUs, gigabytes of RAM and gigabytes of storage. With some programming knowledge you can develop games and apps for your smartphone using free tools downloaded from the Internet. But it doesn’t stop there. Single Board Computers (SBC) like the Raspberry Pi have opened up the fields of hardware and software development to a whole new generation, while microcontroller-based systems like the Micro:bit have demonstrated what can be achieved with even simpler CPUs.

It is the latter category of microcontroller-based development boards which is likely to see the greatest interest as the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to grow. One important aspect of IoT is the idea of a sensor node that sends data to a gateway device (like a smartphone or a SBC) which in turns sends the data into the cloud for processing. A simple example would be a temperature sensor that works in conjunction with services like IFTTT to send you a notification when a preset temperature is reached.

And this is where the Nordic Thingy:52 fits. Nordic Semiconductor makes efficient ultra low power (ULP) microcontrollers with built-in Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) for devices that need to run a long time off a simple battery (like a CR2032). Since Nordic is in the business of selling those chips, it is also in the business of showing what those chips can do. And that is what the Thingy:52 is, a showcase of what can be achieved, as well as a development platform for IoT projects.

Getting started

Your first task is to switch on the Thingy:52. To do this, remove the rubber case and flip the power switch next to the micro USB port. Next, download the Nordic Thingy:52 Android app from the Play store.

Start the app and hit the ‘Scan’ button. When your Thingy:52 is found, connect to it. If there is new firmware available then the app will tell you and offer to upgrade your Thingy:52. This is a really neat feature and one that is essential for any company making IoT devices. The beauty of Nordic’s solution is that you get all this for free, source code and all!

You also have the option of naming your Thingy:52. This is especially handy if you have more than one. Once that is all done just play around in the app to explore all the capabilities of the device.

According to Nordic, the Thingy:52 is designed to function for extended periods of time without charging. When you do need to charge your Thingy:52, connect it to a computer or mobile charger via the micro-USB port. Note that the power switch must be on for the device to charge. But what kinds of things can you use the Thingy:52 for?

Audio over BLE

The Thingy:52 comes with a speaker and built-in microphone. This means you can send audio from your smartphone to the Thingy:52 for playing through the speaker or you can use the built-in microphone and get the audio sent back to an Android app.

Remember that the Thingy:52 is using Bluetooth Low Energy, not Bluetooth Classic, so this isn’t the same as streaming audio to your favorite Bluetooth speaker or headphones. For the demo Nordic is using 8-bit PCM with a sampling rate of 8 KHz (much lower than the 44.1 KHz used for CD). PCM isn’t compressed so the full audio is being sent back and forth, which might sound inefficient, but it saves the little microcontroller on the Thingy:52 from having to encode and decode of the audio.

The advantage of the speaker/microphone setup is that now you can build different types of home security or digital assistant devices. For example, you could monitor the sounds in a room (like a baby monitor) and get a notification (along with the sound) when it goes over a certain level. Or the Thingy:52 could act as the front-end to a digital assistant, maybe one built on the Raspberry Pi using Google’s Assistant API.

See also:

How to build your own digital assistant with a Raspberry Pi

May 11, 2017

Doing more

The easiest way to achieve more with the Thingy:52 is to connect it to the cloud via IFTTT. The sample app from Nordic has IFTTT connectivity built into it. To use it you just need to get a Maker Webhooks token and enter it on the Cloud page of the app. Then, in IFTTT you can make an applet that triggers on a Maker Webhook for the following events:

• temperature_update
• pressure_update
• button_press

The problem with the temperature and the pressure events is that the app doesn’t actually check to see if the temperature has changed (within a preset margin): it just triggers the event every time the temperature is read. Since the maximum interval settable in the app is just 5 seconds, it means that you will get inundated with IFTTT events. Of course this could be changed in your own version of the app.

The button press event is much more useful as it only triggers when you press the button. This means you can easily setup a demo where you press the button on your Thingy:52, it then reports the press to the app, the app creates an IFTTT event and then IFTTT actions it with any of the valid actions, including controlling Philips Hue lights, making a setting on your Nest thermostat, or just simply sending you a notification.

After you have finished experimenting with the Thingy:52 and services like IFTTT then the next step, especially for those actually making consumer products, is to tailor the source code for your own needs. Initially you will probably just want to alter the Android app and make it specific rather than generic.

You probably won’t need to alter the firmware on the Thingy:52 though as Nordic has done a great job of exposing all of the functionality over Bluetooth. However, there might be some cases where you will want to alter it. For example, all the sensor data from the current firmware is real time, there is no provision for buffering a small amount of the data for cases when a connection to the Thingy:52 is lost and later re-established. However if you are working at that level then hacking the provided C code shouldn’t be much of an issue!

If you do need to play with the source code then it is all fully available on GitHub:

• Nordic Thing:52 Android SDK and sample app
• Nordic Thingy:52 Firmware
• Nordic Thingy:52 Web App
• Nordic Thingy:52 Nodejs
• Nordic-Thingy:52 iOS library and sample app

Wrap-up

If you are a gadget fanatic then the Thingy:52 is a lot of fun and there is some real potential for doing interesting things with it and IFTTT. However, the real power comes to those who know how to write Android apps. So, if you are a hobbyist computer enthusiast with app development experience then the Thingy:52 is a great way to get into IoT and try out your ideas.

If you are a professional developer then the Thingy:52 is an absolute gem as it provides so much of the infrastructure needed for just about any sensor-based IoT project. Nordic also provide all the hardware documentation necessary to build your own products based on the Thingy:52 including a bill of materials (BOM) and all the schematics. In other words, Nordic have taken all the hard work out of building an energy efficient Bluetooth-based product.

• You can find various online retailers for the Thingy:52 (~$40) via Nordic’s website

What do you think of the Thingy:52, you looking to get one? Let me know in the comments below.

4 Tech Tools to Organize Your Greek Life Activities

Life in a fraternity or sorority can be really fun, but it can also get hectic. After all, it’s not all games and parties. Being a member of a prestigious and historical organization comes with a lot of serious responsibilities as well, from recruiting new members and organizing study groups to supporting worthy causes and giving back to the school community.

The good thing is that technology these days has made work so much easier for school organizations. With help of smartphones and other smart devices, people can communicate with each other faster, create media more conveniently, and surf the Internet for information instantly.

Additionally, there are more and more innovative tech tools that further enhance productivity and encourage creativity in the way things are run in a fraternity or sorority. These apps and websites can help students get things done more quickly and efficiently, not to mention in a more fun and engaging manner.

In this article, we provide a list of some of the most important tech tools available today that fraternities and sororities should not fail to utilize. These tools can  certainly make your Greek life easier and more enjoyable:

Virtual Storage

Cloud or virtual drive storage is the first vital tech tool that any organization must set up. This is where they can store, organize, and backup important digital data. The Google Drive suite continues to be one of the most popular and well-used platforms for this, but there are many other options these days for data storage, collaborative file sharing, and other data organization functions. Be sure to look around, and try which one suits your organization’s needs best.  Also determine administrator and user roles carefully, and make sure that only the right individuals are given access to important or private data.

Group Communication Application

A group communication app is the next most useful tool for fraternities and sororities. More than letting its users rely on calling or texting each other on the phone, such an app takes communication to the next level by integrating a myriad of features all into one tool. These include a chat function, a calendar for events and activities, a poll function to determine the general preferences or consensus of the group on certain issues, and a photo album, where images can be stored, curated and shared with one another. Groups can even search for or interact with other groups and their members—it’s an exciting virtual meeting place for everyone.

Donation Platform

Donation platforms are proving to be an important tool for school organizations like fraternities and sororities because they help these groups organize fundraising activities, whether for personal causes or charity (GoFundMe), or for business ideas (Kickstarter). It also helps ensure transparency and accountability in money transactions. There is also something gratifying in seeing the money being pooled in slowly grow in amount day by day, encouraging more and more members to pitch in and achieve the financial goal.

Web Design Tools

There are a number of great layout and design template sites available these days that make it so much easier to come up with fun, relevant, and aesthetically appealing communications materials for your organization. There are literally hundreds of designs to choose from, be it for event invitations, posters, flyers, memes, Facebook covers, or slide presentations. Best of all, most of these basic designs tools are free of charge—no need to spend a lot of time and resources anymore when coming up with engaging collateral that look professionally done.

These days, it already seems unimaginable how school life would be without mobile phone and Internet technology. These fantastic tech tools are there for the taking, so be sure to make the most of them!

Best app deals of the day! 6 paid iPhone apps for free for a limited time

Everyone likes apps, but sometimes the best ones are a bit expensive. Now and then, developers put paid apps on sale for free for a limited time, but you have to snatch them up while you have the chance. Here are the latest and greatest apps on sale in the iOS App Store.

These apps normally cost money and this sale lasts for a limited time only. If you go to the App Store and it says the app costs money, that means the deal has expired and you will be charged. 

Orderly

Orderly is designed based on how the human mind visualizes to-do lists. The app comes with location-based reminders, so you never miss a to-do task at a particular place.

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iOS

My Checkbook

My Checkbook is the easiest way to manage your checkbook. And now, you can manage your checkbook wherever you are. It’s based on the award-winning My Checkbook desktop application for MacOS Windows.

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iOS

Compress Video

Compress video to free space on your device. This app re-encodes videos filmed on your smartphone to a smaller file size while maintaining video quality.

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iOS

Magnifier Flash

Did you forget to take your reading glasses with you this morning? Just pick your iPhone to transform it instantly into a magnifying glass with a flashlight.

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iOS

Photo Guard

Friends or family taking your iPhone? If you’re anything like us, you don’t like nosy intruders peeking into your camera roll. Let Photo Guard keep your personal life personal.

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iOS

White Noise

Do you have trouble sleeping at night? Do you want to relax your body and soul with peaceful background sounds? Do it all with this White Noise app.

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iOS

Time to hit the gym! The Pokémon Go summer update is out right now

Why it matters to you

The summer update to Pokémon Go focuses on gym battles. Pokémon in gyms won’t last long without frequent support, and new raid battles will bring teams together.

Time to take back your neighborhood with the Pokémon Go summer update! Coming out June 19 for both iOS and Android, the update includes a number of new — long-awaited — features, with even more rolling out in the coming weeks.

All right, so what can trainers expect from the first installation of the Pokémon Go summer update? First up, Niantic has completely revamped the way that Pokémon gyms work.

Now, instead of just being locked down forever by a Gyarados and his over-powered pals, Pokemon who are stationed at gyms will weaken over time. As their motivation goes down, they’ll be a little easier to take on. If you want to keep a gym locked down, make sure you can swing by now and then to feed your Pokémon and keep their motivation up. Otherwise, they’ll eventually fall — even to weaker Pokémon.

Other trainers of the same team can also feed your Pokémon, improving the game’s collaborative features. That’s a big part of this summer update — making you really feel like you’re part of a team. And to help out, there’s another big feature rolling out a little later this summer: Raid Battles.

No, you won’t be taking your Pokemon to Molten Core or the Vault of Glass. Instead, you’ll be teaming up with friends in a Raid lobby, before taking on particularly challenging Pokémon which appear at certain times throughout your region.

“Before a Raid Battle begins, all Pokémon assigned to the Gym will return to their Trainers, and a large Egg will appear atop the Gym. When the countdown above the Egg reaches zero, the Raid Boss will be revealed,” reads the Niantic press release.

Once you topple the Raid Boss you and all participants will get a chance to score some rare loot like golden razz-berries, which can make it much easier to catch rare and elusive Pokémon. But perhaps most importantly, once you beat a Raid Boss, you’ll get a chance to capture it for yourself — that’s where the golden razz-berries come in handy.

There are a number of smaller improvements in the summer update, like the inclusion of gym badges which let you show off how long you’ve kept your gyms locked down — and prove to your friends that you are, truly, the very best.

“You’ll be able to level up your Badges by battling, giving Berries to the Pokémon in the Gym, and spinning the Gym’s Photo Disc. Raising the level of a Gym Badge will earn you unique opportunities to receive bonus items by spinning the Photo Disc and to get increased rewards when you interact with Gyms,” Niantic continued.

Finally, you’ll be able to use Technical Machines — a new item — to re-train your Pokemon, assigning them new fast and charged attacks. Beware though, these new items will reset your attacks at random, so you might not always get what you want — but if you try sometimes, maybe you’ll get what you need.

The best cases for the Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom

Asus offers some quality, midrange smartphones all over the world, and the latest in the Zenfone Zoom series — the Zenfone 3 Zoom — is no exception. Starting at $329, it offers a dual-camera setup with a portrait camera, just like the iPhone 7 Plus.

In addition to Gorilla Glass 5, a Snapdragon 625 processor, and a 5.5-inch display, the Zenfone 3 Zoom sports a massive 5,000mAh battery that powers the phone. That said, you’ll want to protect your device from drops, scratches, and other unforeseen events.  Below, we’ve rounded up a variety of Zenfone 3 Zoom cases, whether you’re looking for a pouch, a wallet, or a more traditional case.

Nillkin Frosted Shield ($9)

The Nillkin Frosted Shield has many advantages. The case’s design makes it extra grippy, and ensures that it’s resistant to both water and fingerprints. The case is rigid, but it should provide solid drop protection. It also currently comes with a bundled screen protector, giving you all-around protection, and you can nab it in either a black, gold, or red.

Buy one now from:

Amazon

PDair Leather Vertical Pouch Belt Clip Case ($40)

Some folks don’t like keeping their phones in cases, but instead, prefer to go with a pouch. Thankfully, PDair makes some of the best leather wallets and cases available. Here’s a vertical pouch specifically designed for the Zenfone 3 Zoom, one that makes it easy to grab and take photos quickly. The case is hand-made and features some beautiful stitching, which gives it a premium look. You can order this pouch with smooth, pebble, or crocodile patterns, and it comes in a variety of leather and stitching combinations.

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PDair

J&D Shock Resistant Case ($8)

Here’s a bumper case that will protect your phone and keep you looking stylish. This case from J&D is made of a flexible TPU, which gives it extra grip and helps prevent accidental drops. It has all the cut-outs for easy access to your phone’s various ports and features, including the dual cameras on the back. What makes this case extra fun is the assortment of colors and designs. It’s available in a slew of solid colors, including red, black, blue, and purple. However, if you want to have a bit more fun, you have a choice of camouflage, donut, or cupcake patterns.

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Amazon

LK Wallet Flip Case ($10)

If you’re looking for a wallet case that can fit your cards, cash, and your smartphone, the LK Wallet case is a great choice. You can carry up to three cards, along with cash. The back of the case has a cut-out for the your phone’s dual cameras, so that you don’t have to take out your phone just to snap a picture. The Flip Case doesn’t have speaker cut-outs to take a phone call with the wallet closed, however, because the front is where you stow all your cards. The case can also bend into landscape position, so you can set your phone on a desk or table when watching video. It currently comes in black, purple, and rose gold.

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Amazon

CoverON FlexGuard ($8)

The CoverON FlexGuard is made of both hard and soft thermoplastic, which gives you adequate drop and scratch protection. This design keeps the case thin and lightweight, rendering it great for everyday use. Another good feature is the lip on the front bezel, given it prevents your phone’s screen from touching a surface when placed face down. The case comes in either black or clear varieties.

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Amazon

5 billion people worldwide now have a mobile device, GSMA data shows

Why it matters to you

Approximately two-thirds of our world’s population now has access to a mobile phone, and this number is expected to rise significantly in coming years.

We’re really earning our moniker as the mobile generation. According to the latest report from GSMA Intelligence, the research division of the trade organization representing mobile networks worldwide, 5 billion people around the globe now have a mobile phone connection. That represents about two-thirds of the world’s population. So if you’re looking for something in common with someone half a world away, cellphone ownership is probably a good place to start.

Thanks to a real-time tracker for total connections and unique subscribers the world over, GSMA is capable of keeping careful tabs on the number of mobile phones in use across the globe. The organization says it calculated its 5 billion-plus figure using “extensive database of mobile statistics and forecasts,” which is updated on a daily basis.

Keep in mind, however, that the number of individual subscribers is actually significantly lower than the total number of mobile connections across the world. That is to say, there are a number of “power owners” of mobile devices who have more than one SIM card, which means that they have more than one mobile device. After all, think of how many of your friends have both a work and a personal phone.

“Reaching the 5 billion-subscriber milestone is a tremendous achievement for an industry that is only a few decades old, and reflects the many billions of dollars that mobile operators have invested in networks, services, and spectrum over many years,” GSMA director general Mats Granryd said in a statement. “Today mobile is a truly global platform, delivering connectivity and, perhaps more importantly, social and economic opportunities to citizens in all corners of the world.”

According to data, more than half of the estimated mobile subscribers call the Asia Pacific region home, which makes sense given that China and India are the two largest mobile markets. In fact, China itself claims more than a billion of mobile phone subscribers, while India accounts for 730 million.

Europe, however, boasts the highest rates of penetration — 86 percent of citizens have a mobile service subscription.

In the coming years, GSMA estimates that the total number of unique mobile subscribers will hit 5.7 billion, with India comprising much of this growth.

“Subscriber growth opportunities over the coming years will be focused on connecting mainly rural, low-income populations; operators are developing a range of sustainable solutions to deliver affordable connectivity to underserved communities,” Granryd added. “Meanwhile, in mature markets where subscriber growth is slowing, operators are evolving their business models to capture increasing value within the expanding mobile ecosystem, and providing the platform for a new digital world as we enter the 5G era.”

Snowboarder fashions an old firetruck in to the ultimate expedition vehicle

Why it matters to you

Austin Smith adds a whole new element to vanlife, renovating a firetruck to join the ranks of plentiful Sprinters and camper vans.

In a superior twist on vanlife, pro-snowboarder Austin Smith transformed a 1953 GMC firetruck into a tiny house on wheels. While most living rigs are designed for travel across the country, Smith constructed this firetruck home for the opposite purpose: As a place for him to live in the parking lot of Mount Bachelor in Oregon, his home state.

Smith dubs this humble abode a “micro-dojo”, taking to vanlife with ease attributed by numerous posts on social media. Filmmaker Dylan Magaster interviews Smith in an inspiring video in which the snowboarder recounts his firetruck renovations and major home components.

The interior boasts a surprisingly large, open living space with a kitchen in the left-hand corner. Countertops and a sink that drains to the outside comprise the majority of it, although hanging cookware and a fruit basket make for attractive accouterments.

The firetruck home is heated by a wood-burning stove situated in the center of the left-hand wall. Smith indicates he selected the larger of two different models and explains how a small quantity of wood stored in a drawer beneath the couch lasts for multiple days. He explains that the stove was the first interior development, stating after the installation, “I have heat, I’ll figure out the rest when I get up there.”

An elevated bed is situated in the corner closest to the cab, comprising 4 inches of foam. A combination couch and guest bed folds down in an offset manner below Smith’s bed. In addition, there is a table and chair that fold out, plentiful hooks for hanging jackets, and lights that drape from the ceiling fed by solar panels on the roof. The van is powered entirely by solar, persisting successfully even through the darkest months of Oregon’s winter.

The snowboarder indicates that the uniquely designed front porch is the firetruck’s best feature, enclosed by a rustic metal bed frame. The porch often holds a lawn chair, cooler, or snowboard waxing rack.

Smith has only been a true vanlife member since December and admits in the video, “I’ve never lived in a vehicle before, I’ve never lived in a parking lot before, I wasn’t sure if I would like it.” But he seems to have adjusted well and is loving the lifestyle, especially the ability to snowboard daily on his favorite mountain.

Add the TP-Link Multicolor Smart Wi-Fi LED Bulb to your home for $40

The folks at Thrifter are back again, this time with a great deal on a smart light bulb that doesn’t require a hub!

Amazon is offering the TP-Link Multicolor Smart Wi-Fi LED Bulb for just $39.99 with free shipping. That’s a savings of $10 off compared to other retailers like Best Buy and the lowest price we have tracked. Over 1,900 Amazon customers rate it 3.8 out of 5 stars.

• Works with Amazon Alexa to support dimming, shades of white, and color settings through voice control (Alexa device sold separately)
• Dim brightness and fine-tune light appearance from soft white (2500K) to daylight (9000K) (Compatible with Amazon Alexa & Google Assistant)
• Choose from multiple colors and set the mood to match any moment (Color adjustable through Kasa smart phone app)
• Control your lights from anywhere with your tablet or smartphone using the free Kasa app (Android 4.1 or higher / iOS 8 or higher)
• Set schedules, timers, and countdowns and have your lights work around your life. No hub required; works with your Wi-Fi router

This bulb works without the need for a smart home hub, and it can be controlled using Amazon’s Alexa through an Echo, Echo Dot and more. If you’re looking to try out a smart light or need some extras for more rooms in your house, you won’t want to miss this deal.

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