Terry Walsh, Digital Trends

Terry Walsh

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Waterloo, ON, Canada

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  • PCWorld
  • TechHive

Past articles by Terry:

How to Install a USB Outlet

These days, it seems like everything requires a special outlet. Luckily, we've put together an in-depth guide on how to install a USB outlet to free up space. → Read More

How to overclock your PC's CPU

We'll show you how to tweak your PC's settings in order to wring extra performance from your CPU, and avoid a costly upgrade. → Read More

Arlo Pro 3 Review: A Great Choice For Smart Home Security

Enhanced video quality, color night vision, and smart A.I. features make the weatherproof and wireless Arlo Pro 3 a top pick for smart home surveillance. We've been waiting for a competitive smart cam to knock Arlo Pro 2 off its perch. Find out if it does so in our Arlo Pro 3 review. → Read More

Thanks to Swann's new 6-camera system, smart home security never looked better

Swann's six-camera smart home security system impresses with sleek lines, a sturdy build, and a swath of advanced features, including 4K UHD video, color night vision, integrated heat and motion detection, spotlights, sirens and more. The mobile app leaves a lot to be desired, however. → Read More

Defender 4K Wired Security System impressions: First-class video, economy app

Defender 4K is a budget 4K smart home security system that offers pin-sharp UHD imaging and dedicated network video storage at a bargain price. But despite boasting leading-edge video, Defender 4K feels dated, lacking the ease of use and advanced features we expect from modern smart home systems. → Read More

RemoBell S impressions: A new standard for budget smart doorbells

The new RemoBell S is an altogether more value-oriented proposition than its predecessor, and sets a new standard for budget smart doorbells. It drops the RemoBell W’s integrated PIR in favor of video-based motion detection and adds a slightly wider, 180-degree field of vision. → Read More

Anker’s UHD smart doorbell rings time on pricey door-dingers

Anker’s UHD video doorbell delivers pin-sharp imaging and capable performance at a low price and without recurring subscriptions. While it lacks the premium quality of devices like Nest Hello, it’s still a worthy contender. → Read More

RemoBell W impressions: A simple smart doorbell that fails to shine

The $199 RemoBell W, the Remo+ brand’s most expensive bell, features a 1080p Full HD camera with night vision, two-way talk, PIR motion sensor, and a wide, 160-degree field of view. It's high price, disappointing video quality, and a lack of features found on other doorbells means it fails to deliver. → Read More

Hive Active Thermostat Review

The compact Hive Active Thermostat looks good, is easy to install, and offers simple ways to manage your HVAC system by phone or desktop. But the reliance on a Zigbee network bridge for remote control, and issues with its mirrored display, put it far behind our favorite smart thermostat. Find out more in our Hive Active Thermostat review. → Read More

Amazon Echo Show 5 Review: A Smart Display Hidden in an Alarm Clock

The entry-level Echo Show 5 is Amazon’s best smart display yet, boasting a cute design, capable features and an aggressively low price. Place it on your bedside cabinet, but don’t call it a “smart alarm clock.” There’s much more to discover. → Read More

Ring's Door View Cam lets apartment dwellers join the smart home revolution

Easy to install with no physical damage, Ring Door View Cam is the perfect smart doorbell for renters and apartment owners limited by strict lease agreements or homeowner association rules. → Read More

The Wyze Sense Starter Kit proves smart home sensors don’t need to be an eyesore

The Wyze Sense Starter Kit packs impossibly small motion and entry sensors and innovative network bridge in a low-cost, high-performance security bundle for Wyze Cam owners. Our Wyze Sense Starter Kit review answers whether this is the budget security setup you’ve been waiting for. → Read More

Anker’s latest entry is the budget robovac you've been waiting for

The Eufy RoboVac 11S Max offers basic, automated cleaning on a budget, with a boost in performance over its predecessor. → Read More

Despite its name, Ecobee’s SmartThermostat is no mere thermostat

The smartest thermostat gets smarter, more powerful, and more useful with enhanced audio streaming, new Alexa calling features and more. Read our Ecobee SmartThermostat review to find out why it’s a top pick for anyone considering an upgrade. → Read More

Arlo’s doorbell is missing a camera, but ease and style make it a great addition

A lack of an integrated camera means that the Arlo Audio Doorbell isn’t as versatile as competitors, but a low price, simple installation and smart features make it an easy add-on for Arlo smart home fans. Read more in our full review. → Read More

The Schlage Encode Wi-Fi smart lock shuts out the competition with looks, style

Easy to install and easy on the eye, Schlage Encode’s integrated Wi-Fi and third-party platform support make it a fine choice for the smart home. But with other locks on the market, how does it stand up? We took it for a test run to see how well it worked. → Read More

Arlo Ultra Smart Camera Review

The 4K home security camera is finally here! Class-leading image clarity and a super-wide field of vision makes Arlo Ultra an early contender for the year’s best smart cam. While there are definite quirks to the device, the device delivers amazingly crisp, clear images. Find out more in our review. → Read More

There's finally a video doorbell you can customize to match your house

The wireless August View smart doorbell offers a step up in class from wireless competitors like Ring, but other than neat integration with the company’s range of smart locks, there’s little to differentiate it from the pack. We tested the device to see how it measures up. → Read More

Reolink C2 Pro offers home monitoring with an old-school vibe at a great value

Five MP image quality and pan, tilt, zoom control are remarkable features in a $100 smart camera, but the Reolink C2 Pro is held back by a lack of cloud storage support and an old-school user experience. Here are the details in our full review. → Read More

Lockly Secure Plus adds style, fingerprint entry to your smart home

With Bluetooth, an app, keypad, pin, fingerprint access and even old-school metal keys, the Lockly Secure Plus offers a dizzying array of access features, but is a little pricier and a little larger than the best value smart locks on the market today. We installed it on our front door to see how it stands up to competitors. → Read More