Tag: SmartHome

FREE WiFi smartAC Kit for ConEd NYC Customer

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Con Edison in partnership with ThinkEco is offering WiFi smartAC Kits for FREE (regularly $139.99 each) through the Smart AC Program for a limited time. To get this deal, opt to try the smartAC Kit and they will let you keep it Free of charge if you connect it and use it for a minimum of one set of Cool Point Hours. It Ships for Free. If you do not connect it within 20 days of receiving it or participate in a minimum of 1 event, you must ship it back with the provided prepaid shipping label.

The Smart AC Program is were thousands of New Yorkers are working together to ensure the reliability of NYC’s electric grid. When you join Smart AC Program, which is Free, you will get a FREE smartAC kit that lets you control your AC from anywhere, program it to turn on and off to your desired temperature and even control it with your voice via Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. You will also be able to earn cool points through your participation in Cool Points Hours. During Cool Points Hours, you temporarily reduce your AC’s energy use when the electricity grid is under strain.

By connecting to the platform through a Wi-Fi enabled AC or smartAC kit, you will be able to participate in Cool Point Hours, which occur during times of high electricity usage and typically coincide with very hot days.

During a Cool Point Hours, the program may turn your AC on and off periodically or change your AC to a slightly higher thermostat setting to reduce power usage. Events typically last for 4 hours and usually occur between 3 and 5 times per summer. You will receive notifications based on your preferences in advance of each event.

By participating, you are doing your part to ensure the reliability of NYC’s electric grid. You will earn rewards and have opportunities to win prizes for your participation!

Eufy RoboVac 35C Connected Robot Vacuum for $219.99

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Walmart has Anker’s new Eufy RoboVac 35C Connected Self-Docking Robotic Vacuum Cleaner for $219.99 (regularly $299.99) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The Eufy RoboVac 35C is super-slim and even more powerful RoboVac with Wi-Fi connectivity. It’s packed with a 3-point cleaning system, BoostIQ technology, and up to 1500Pa of suction power to ensure your floors and carpets are clear of all dirt, dust, and crumbs. And with Wi-Fi built-in, you can accomplish all your cleaning needs from your smartphone.

Pet edition is designed for pet owners and features multiple cleaning modes, auto-clean scheduling, optional manual control with a simple remote to get straight to the mess, 100 minutes of continuous fade-free power on a single charge, 3-point cleaning system, 30% larger dustbin, built-in Wifi for use with mobile app, and comes with worry-free 12-month warranty. It has a larger 0.6L dustbin allows RoboVac to pick up more dirt and dust to take full advantage of 100 minutes of continuous cleaning, eliminating the need to empty it halfway through cleaning. The anti-scratch material cover provides a sleek look and superior protection for RoboVac, while the triple-layer high-performance filter achieves a better clean for your home.

Google Home Hub 7″ Smart Display for $57.99

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Good Guys Electronics through Rakuten has the Google Nest Home Hub 7″ Smart Display in charcoal for $57.99 (129 – 60.77 instant savings – 10.24 coupon) with Free Shipping for a limited time. To get the discount, use the coupon code: GG10 at checkout.

The Google Home Hub features 7″ touchscreen, full-range speaker, 2 far-field microphones, ambient light sensor, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 5.0, and allows you to control compatible smart devices via Google Assistant.

Student Prime Only: 40% Off Echo Show 5, Echo Spot, & Echo Plus

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Amazon is offering their Student Prime members 40% off the regularly priced Echo Show 5, Echo Spot, and Echo Plus for a limited time.

  • Echo Show 5 for $53.99 (regularly $89.99) with coupon code: SHOWFIVE40
  • Echo Spot for $77.99 (regularly $129.99) with coupon code: SPOT 40
  • Echo Plus for $89.99 (regularly $149.99) with coupon code: PLUS40

If you don’t have Amazon Prime and you are a student, Amazon is offering a 6-Month Prime Subscription for Students for FREE for a limited time. To be eligible for this deal, you must be a student with a valid .edu email address. After the 6 month trial, it’s $6.49/month but you can cancel anytime.

Amazon Cloud Cam for $89.99

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Amazon has their Amazon Cloud Cam for $89.99 (regularly $119.99) for a limited time.

The Amazon Cloud Cam lets you have 24/7 monitoring – Stay connected to your home, family, and pets. Catch activities as they happen in 1080p Full HD and watch the last 24 hours of clips for Free. Get notified when Cloud Cam sees activity and use the Cloud Cam App to check in anytime with live view. See clearly in the dark – Night vision lets you detect what’s happening around the clock. Two-way audio – Check in with the family or tell your dog to stop barking. Works with Alexa – Just ask Alexa to show your live feed on your Amazon Fire TV, Fire Tablet, Echo Show, or Echo Spot. Amazon Key compatible – With the Cloud Cam (Key Edition) and a compatible smart lock, eligible Prime members can watch their in-home package delivery live or later. Comes with a 30-day free trial extended features like person detection, Zones, and more storage, plus download & share clips.

Google Nest Home Hub 7″ Smart Display for $58

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Good Guys Electronics through Rakuten has the Google Nest Home Hub 7″ Smart Display in chalk or charcoal for $58 (129 – 60.77 instant savings – 10.23 coupon) with Free Shipping for a limited time. To get the discount, use the coupon code: GG10 at checkout.

The Google Home Hub features 7″ touchscreen, full-range speaker, 2 far-field microphones, ambient light sensor, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 5.0, and allows you to control compatible smart devices via Google Assistant.

Today Only: Google Nest Home Hub 7″ Smart Display for $57.99 – 8/11/2019

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Today only, Aug 11, 2019, Altatac through Rakuten has the Google Nest Home Hub 7″ Smart Display in chalk or charcoal for $57.99 (129 – 60.77 instant savings – 15% coupon) with Free Shipping for a limited time. To get the discount, use the coupon code: ALT15P at checkout.

The Google Home Hub features 7″ touchscreen, full-range speaker, 2 far-field microphones, ambient light sensor, 802.11ac wireless, Bluetooth 5.0, and allows you to control compatible smart devices via Google Assistant.

Ring Alarm Wireless 10-piece Security Kit for $189.99

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Costco is offering its members the new Ring Alarm Wireless 10-Piece Security Kit for $189.99 (regularly $299.99) with Free Shipping for a limited time. Deal expires Septemeber 1, 2019, or while supplies last.

The Ring Alarm is a new and affordable home security system. It includes a base station, keypad, range extender, motion sensor, and 6 contact sensors. No professional installation required. There’s no long-term commitments or cancellation fees and 24/7 professional monitoring service is available for $10 a month.

ecobee Switch+ Smart Light Switch w/ Amazon Alexa Built-in for $59.99

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Amazon has the ecobee Switch+ Smart Light Switch with Amazon Alexa Built-in for $59.99 (79.99 – 25% instant savings) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The ecobee switch+ delivers smart lighting and Amazon Alexa in one seamless package. Ask it to turn the lights on or off, set a timer, read you the news or weather, play music or podcasts, and more (nothing else required). forgot to turn the light off smart off takes care of that for you when the room is empty. All this, one switch-that you can install yourself in about 45 minutes.

Amazon Echo (2nd Gen) for $49.99, 3rd Gen Amazon Echo Dot for $24.99

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Best Buy, B&H Photo, and Target have the 2nd generation Echo Speaker in select colors for $49.99 with Free Shipping for a limited time. Amazon and Best Buy also have the 3rd generation Echo Dot for $24.99 (regularly $49.99) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The 2nd gen Amazon Echo features 360° omnidirectional audio, 2.5″ woofer, and 0.6″ tweeter, dual-band 802.11n wireless and Bluetooth, 3.5mm auxiliary port, smart home controls, hands-free calling and messaging through Alexa.

The 3rd gen Echo Dot has many of the same features of the larger Echo speaker but housed in a smaller package with a 1.6″ speaker (vs 2.5″ and 0.6″ tweeter).

Amazon Echo 3rd Gen Amazon Echo Dot for $22, $12 w/ ibotta Offer

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Best Buy has the Amazon Echo Dot (3rd Gen) Smart Speaker charcoal, sandstone, or gray for $22 (regularly $49.99) for a limited time. Shipping adds $5.49 but you can opt to pick up your order at a local store to dodge the shipping cost.

If you can make the purchase at a local Best Buy store, ibotta is currently offering $10 back when you make a purchase in-store of any product that is being advertised in Best Buy’s digital weekly ad, which the Echo Dot is. This makes the Echo Dot effectively $12. To get this deal, open the ibotta app, search for Best Buy and add the offer. At checkout, ask the cashier to scan the QR code on the Best Buy offers in ibotta app before completing your purchase. In addition to the $10, you will also earn 1%.

If you are new iboota, you can join for Free here. Ibotta is fun and easy way to earn real money just for buying your favorite everyday products. No coupons to clip or print and no strings attached. And using Ibotta is easy. Before shopping, open up the iPhone app and choose your offers. The more you choose, the more cashback you’ll earn. Go Shopping and buy your chosen products at any of the major retailers that Ibotta supports (2000+). Take a photo of your receipt and ibotta will verify your purchases and credit your account right away. You get real cash that you can be redeemed for gift cards and loaded into your PayPal or Venmo account.

The Echo Dot is a hands-free, voice-controlled device that uses Alexa to play music, control smart home devices, provide information, read the news, set alarms, and more. It is capable of controlling lights, fans, switches, thermostats, garage doors, sprinklers, and more with compatible connected devices from WeMo, Philips Hue, Samsung SmartThings, Nest, ecobee, and others. It is equipped with far-field microphones and a voice recognition processor for hands-free control, even in noisy environments or while playing music from across the room. It now includes a much louder built-in speaker so it can work on its own as a smart alarm clock in the bedroom, an assistant in the kitchen, or anywhere you might want a voice-controlled computer but you can also connect it to larger speakers if you want better sound.

Nest Secure Alarm System Starter for $209.95

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A4C has the Nest Secure Alarm System Starter for $209.95 (399 – 190.04 instant savings) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The Nest Secure alarm system works with the family of nest products and helps to secure your home. It’s easy to arm and disarm however you like using the Nest app from anywhere or tap a Nest Tag on Nest Guard or enter a passcode on the keypad. Get Remind Me alerts if you forget to arm your alarm and always know when a window or door is being opened. The Kit includes 1 Nest Guard (one per home), 2 Nest Detects, 2 Nest Tags.

Belkin Wemo Mini Smart Plug for $17.99

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Amazon has the new Wemo Mini Smart Plug for $17.99 (34.99 – 17 instant savings) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

The Wemo Mini Wi-Fi Smart Plug uses your existing home Wi-Fi network to provide wireless control of your lights and appliances. No subscription or hub is required: simply plug Wemo Mini into an electrical outlet, connect a device to the Smart Plug, and wirelessly control your device using a tablet or phone. Using the free Wemo app, you can turn your devices on and off and set worry-free schedules from anywhere in the world. The Mini Smart Plug protects your home better than a mechanical timer. “Away Mode” will turn your lights on and off randomly to make it look like you’re home even when you’re not. It also works with Alexa and Nest. Pair with Alexa and control your lights and appliances with your voice. Pair with Nest Thermostat and Nest can sync with WeMo for automatic control.

Amazon Fire TV Cube for $59.99

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Woot has the new Amazon Fire TV Cube for $59.99 (regularly $119.99) with Free Shipping for a limited time.

Fire TV Cube is Amazon’s newest product and it combines the echo dot with a fire tv. It’s the first hands-free streaming media player with Alexa, delivering an all-in-one entertainment experience. From across the room, just ask Alexa to turn on the TV, dim the lights, and play what you want to watch. It has eight microphones, and beamforming technology to hear you from any direction. There’s a built-in speaker that lets you check the weather, listen to the news, control compatible smart home devices, and more—even with the TV off. It supports vivid 4K Ultra HD up to 60 fps, HDR, and the audio clarity of Dolby Atmos. It also has built-in infrared (IR) as well as an extender cable that allows you to use voice commands to control compatible TVs, soundbars, and A/V receivers, and cable boxes from most popular brands.