The Hook Up
Watch BEFORE you buy Reolink security cameras.
updated
💰💰💰Pro Level Install 💰💰💰
Joylit 24V 90W LED Strip:
• US: amzn.to/483x3Js
• CA: amzn.to/3WcoTMC
• UK: amzn.to/3xMcJA9
24V Power Supply:
• US: amzn.to/4dbFK8z
• CA: amzn.to/4aPyb5J
• UK: amzn.to/3JsMRvt
Shelly RGBW2:
• US: amzn.to/3w59Sli
• CA: amzn.to/3UrMo31
Hunhun Aluminum Channels:
• US: amzn.to/3U7aeQ9
• CA: amzn.to/44cOAik
• UK: amzn.to/4b9gCxn
2 LED Wire:
• US: amzn.to/3JuzhYt
• CA: amzn.to/3xFK6nW
• UK: amzn.to/3UcnQK8
💰💰 Intermediate Install 💰💰
Pautix 24V COB Tunable White Strip Kit:
• US: amzn.to/42jQhJH
• CA: amzn.to/3Jv2Hpx
• UK: amzn.to/3JAAaPb
Pautix Solderless Connectors:
• US: amzn.to/4d5uLNP
• CA: amzn.to/3UrYGbv
• UK: amzn.to/49I0Ok5
3 LED Wire:
• US: amzn.to/448j8Bs
• CA: amzn.to/3vU31Lt
• UK: amzn.to/447jloJ
WAGO Inline Connectors:
• US: amzn.to/44bZDs3
• CA: amzn.to/49IMsjb
• UK: amzn.to/3U3GrrE
💰 Novice Install 💰
Novostella Tunable LED Strip Kit:
• US: amzn.to/4b5RpDI
• CA: amzn.to/4a3lPWF
• UK: amzn.to/3JvYPEU
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00:00 Introduction
00:23 Beginner Install
02:50 Amateur Install
05:37 Expert Install
$125-200: Groview JQ818C ⭐
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/47oaf7r
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3OYZCBc
$200-300: Nexigo PJ40 ⭐⭐
AmazonUS (Gen3): amzn.to/3OKpgK2
AmazonCA (Gen 3): amzn.to/3UQ4hcu
AmazonUS (Gen2, main listing): amzn.to/3HYXF3V
AmazonCA (Gen 2): amzn.to/42UFGVQ
$1200-1800: Hisense C1 (Global) ⭐⭐⭐
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3PzDeit
AmazonCA: amzn.to/49VXy57
ProjectorScreen(dot)com: projectorscreen.com/hisense-cube-c1-smart-mini-projector-4k--uhd-portable-triple-laser-built-in-speakers?af=hookup-af
$1800-2700: Nexigo Aurora Pro ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3Fei4k7
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3wzZyBC
AmazonUK: amzn.to/46yzQdN
ProjectorScreen(.)com: projectorscreen.com/nexigo-pj92-aurora-pro-4k-triple-laser-ultra-short-throw-projector-2400-lumens-ust.html?af=hookup-af
$10000+: JVC DLA-NZ8 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3xzdNHg
ProjectorScreen(.)com: projectorscreen.com/jvc-nz8-8k-laser-projector-for-home-theater.html?af=hookup-af
Bright Room Projectors:
Dangbei Mars Pro ☀️☀️
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3JOP5Gg
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3wB2Ft7
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/3PRd0Zk
AWOL LTV-3500 Pro ☀️☀️☀️☀️
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3IxRtAe
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3Ig0JbN
AmazonUK: amzn.to/46w02pq
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00:00 Introduction
00:30 Under $75: Happrun H1
01:46 $75-125: Zoaybu GC357
02:38 $125-200: Groview JQ818C
03:34 $200-300: Nexigo PJ40
04:40 $300-450: Wanbo Mozart 1 Pro
06:01 $450-600 Paris Rhone 4K
06:55 $600-800 JMGO N1
07:58 $800-1200 Dangbei Mars Pro
09:16 $1200-1800 Hisense C1
10:28 $1800-2700 Nexigo Aurora Pro
12:18 $2700-4000 Epson LS11000
14:18 $4000-6000 AWOL LTV-3500 Pro
16:02 $6000-12000 JVC DLA NZ8
19:54 Conclusions - Budget Sweet Spots
Top Pick: Dreametech L10s Ultra
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3IQTEzk
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3URZx6b
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/3MBbF5K
Best Mop: Eufy S1 Pro
(Kickstarter): kickstarter.com/projects/eufy-security/eufy-s1-pro-floor-washing-robot-vacuumandall-in-one-station
Hightest Overall Score: Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra
(Roborock): bit.ly/4cMB2Om
Other Robotic Vacuums Tested:
Dreametech X30 Ultra: amzn.to/4axYexW
Narwal Freo X Ultra: amzn.to/4aaxWC4
Ecovacs X2 OMNI: amzn.to/3xmsxsN
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00:00 Introduction
00:48 Carpet Vacuuming Performance
05:07 Hard Floor Vacuuming Performance
05:54 Mopping Performance (Dirt)
07:22 Edge Mopping
09:40 Stain Smearing
09:56 Mop Lifting
11:22 Pet Hair Pickup
11:55 Long Hair Tangles
12:59 Long Term Maintenance
13:31 Auto Empty Bin Clogging
14:10 Mopping Capacity
15:37 Mop Drying and Bacteria Growth
16:23 Vacuuming Noise Levels
16:46 Dock Maintenance
17:13 Object Avoidance
18:40 Furniture and Baseboard Damage
19:18 Map Creation and No-Go Zones
20:16 App Scheduling
20:37 Privacy Issues
21:30 Alexa and Google Home
22:16 Home Assistant Integrations
22:42 Conclusions
Robotic Vacuums:
Dreametech L10S Ultra: amzn.to/3IQTEzk
Projectors:
JMGO N1 Ultra: amzn.to/46RFVTk
Happrun H1: amzn.to/3FOnKl0
LED Stuff:
Aluminum Channels: amzn.to/3hhhJRB
Shelly RGBW2: amzn.to/4bYr0ZV
Security Cameras:
Reolink RLC811A: amzn.to/3J68XCo
Reolink Duo 2: amzn.to/3ELvTqD
Vikviz Hikvision Compatible PTZ: amzn.to/3t2WKpq
AmazonCA Links:
Dreametech L10S Ultra: amzn.to/3wVYubi
Happrun H1: amzn.to/3Ptzuif
Aluminum Channels: amzn.to/3Pub2gs
Reolink RLC811A: amzn.to/3VrNTzk
Reolink Duo 2: amzn.to/3TKwW1J
AmazonUK Links:
Dreametech L10S Ultra: amzn.to/3VogYLO
Aluminum Channels: amzn.to/3THhuDu
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Best Overall:
Philips Ultra Definition Series:
💡60 Watt 2700K/5000K
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3IvRwwr
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3PgJT0w
💡75W and 100W 2700K/5000K
AmazonUS: amzn.to/4a9zqfq
AmazonCA: amzn.to/4a5b8mH
Best UK Options:
💡Philips Premium: amzn.to/3TdlUAr
💡Philips Ultra Efficiency: amzn.to/49P8lOD
Adjustable CCT Bulbs:
💡Feit 2700K-6500K 60W
AmazonUS: amzn.to/48RE5kU
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3Tu3E7k
💡Feit 2700K-6500K 100W
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3uYtLtN
Other bulbs tested:
💡 Philips High Efficiency: goto.walmart.com/c/1397469/565706/9383?veh=aff&sourceid=imp_000011112222333344&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.walmart.com%2Fip%2FPhilips-Ultra-Efficient-LED-60-Watt-A19-Light-Bulb-Daylight-Non-Dimmable-E26-Base-2-Pack%2F1507571536
💡IKEA Solhetta: ikea.com/us/en/p/solhetta-led-bulb-e26-800-lumen-dimmable-globe-opal-50498648
💡GE Reveal LED: amzn.to/4cb8lu0
💡GE Reveal Halogen/Incandescent: amzn.to/48PnXk3
💡YUJILED: store.yujiintl.com/products/sunwave-cri-98-a19-a60-flicker-free-wellness-lighting-11w-dimmable-led-bulb-3000k
Check out @TechnologyConnections video on incandescent bulb longevity and performance: youtu.be/zb7Bs98KmnY
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00:00 Introduction
02:15 Brightness and Efficiency
03:23 Color Temperature (CCT)
03:49 Color Rendering Index (CRI)
05:19 Color Tint (DUV)
06:24 Flicker Percentage
07:51 Dimming Performance
08:34 Bulb Lifespan
09:38 Bulb Usage Ratings
10:27 Warranty Length
10:39 Conclusions
Best LTE Cloud Dashcam: Blackvue DR970-2CH Plus LTE
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3P0RQ9U
Runner-Up: Thinkware U3000
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/430hJwq
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3SQbgiM
Best Non-Cloud Dashcam: Vantrue N4 Pro
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3IpfHfD
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3T0YDSp
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/3Tduhx7
Other dashcams tested:
Nextbase iQ 2K: amzn.to/3P6QL0j
Garmin Drive Cam Live: amzn.to/3IhzPAn
Owlcam: shop.owlcam.com/products/owlcam-classic-5-1-cam
Nexar One Pro: amzn.to/49OpU0W
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00:00 Introduction
00:30 Camera resolution and pricing
04:07 Parking Event Notifications
07:25 Power Draw
08:19 Driver Monitoring and GPS
10:31 Live View and SOS Modes
12:22 Dashcam Video Quality
13:48 Conclusions and Results
🎥 Best Score Overall: Nexigo PJ40 (Gen3) 🎥
AmazonUS (Gen3): amzn.to/3OKpgK2
AmazonCA (Gen 3): amzn.to/3UQ4hcu
AmazonUS (Gen2, main listing): amzn.to/3HYXF3V
AmazonCA (Gen 2): amzn.to/42UFGVQ
🎥 Best Viewing Experience: Paris Rhone 4K 🎥
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3UBXDXb
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3UTDmwp
🎥 Budget Stretcher ($799): JMGO N1 TriLaser DLP 🎥
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3HYru4u
Other Projectors Tested (ordered by viewing experience score):
2) Happrun YG491: amzn.to/49gFCC2
3) Casaris OmniStar L80: amzn.to/3us8BE6
4) Viewsonic PX701HD: amzn.to/3UCy34n
5) XGIMI Elfin: amzn.to/3uFqG1q
6) Groview C58: amzn.to/3OHURvy
7) Redeer P7: amzn.to/49AQ86X
8) Dangbei Neo: amzn.to/3I3Wv7f
9) Wanbo TT: amzn.to/3OJHdIl
10) Xming Page One: amzn.to/3P7U6fR
11) Emotn N1: amzn.to/48lBkYZ
12) Yaber K2S: amzn.to/4bwhj4G
13) Groview JQ818C: amzn.to/48fQ0c1
14) Wanbo T2 Max: amzn.to/3wh0WsP
15) Xiaomi Mi Smart Projector 2: amzn.to/49gFO4e
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Color Gamut and Accuracy Testing done with hardware and software from: portrait.com
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00:00 Introduction
00:47 Brightness, Contrast, Color Space Testing
10:44 Throw, Offset, and Keystone
13:05 Focus and Clarity Testing
14:10 Side by Side Testing
20:47 Speaker Quality
25:20 Fan Noise
26:47 Smart OS Testing
28:25 Gaming Input Lag Testing
28:56 Conclusions
Everything Included LED Kits:
🔥Best Performer: Pautix Tunable COB LEDs: amzn.to/42jQhJH
🔥Best Budget Pick: Govee Warm White: amzn.to/48XsxxB
DIY'er LED Strips:
🔥Best Performer: JOYLIT 24V COB: amzn.to/47TId3y
🔥Best Budget Pick: LEPro 12V: amzn.to/42oGD8G
🔥Best Value: BTF-Lighting FCOB White: amzn.to/3u8qurp
Addressable LED Strips:
🔥Best Performer: BTF-Lighting 12V WS2814: amzn.to/3Soq8EZ
Other Notable Performers:
🔥Brightest Strip (11200lm!): JOYLIT 24V UL Listed: amzn.to/483x3Js
🔥Most Efficient Strip (1417lm/watt): Onforu Warm White: amzn.to/4bjPM6m
Other Strips Tested:
LLTOP COB LED Strip: amzn.to/42lcB5M
TOPAI 12V COB: amzn.to/3vZFqIS
SuperlightingLED COB RGBW 24V: amzn.to/484YAdr
BTF-LIGHTING FCOB WS2814: amzn.to/48UOqxy
HitLights Warm White LED: amzn.to/3HHycvD
NOVOSTELLA 20ft Tunable White: amzn.to/3OrRA3H
WOBANE Under Cabinet LED: amzn.to/48TrKhd
PAUTIX 5V COB LED Strip Light: amzn.to/48V7c81
LAFULIT Under Cabinet Lighting: amzn.to/49kO1UX
DAYBETTER Tunable Under Cabinet Lights: amzn.to/3SGfHy1
BTF-LIGHTING 5050 RGBW RGB+WW: amzn.to/49kOrdZ
BTF-LIGHTING WS2815: amzn.to/3w12Bm7
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00:00 Introduction
00:46 Full LED Strip Kits
04:45 DIY'er LED Strips
09:22 Addressable LED Strips
12:48 Recap and Recommendations
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00:00 Introduction
00:16 Reolink
01:36 Aqara
02:42 Govee
03:29 Shelly
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#Dangbei #XGIMI #Hisense #AWOL #Yaber #Formovie
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00:00 Lifestyle Projectors
00:14 Nexigo TriVision Ultra
00:59 XGIMI Horizon Max
02:10 Dangbei Mars Pro 2
02:47 Dangbei X5 Ultra
03:08 Hisense C2
03:28 Single LCD Projectors
03:40 Yaber K4
03:51 Yaber K3
04:10 Formovie XMing Page One
04:28 XMing Episode One
04:47 Wanbo DaVinci 1
05:05 Portable Projectors - LG Qube
05:31 Dangbei Atom
05:52 Yaber T2S
06:12 Hisense Barco Bright
06:56 Hisense Mystery PX3
07:11 Hisense Floor Rising Fresnel
07:28 AWOL Wireless Home Theater
My recommended streaming sticks:
Amazon FireTV 1080p
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3H5AEf6
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/48IiyeE
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/3V94Wpw
Amazon FireTV Max 4K
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/4c6Z8TC
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3T3Kcgl
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/3v1hxQS
My recommended budget projectors:
Happrun H1 (Under $75)
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3H7LBgb
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/49ONNp3
Groview JQ818C (Under $150)
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3NSbiFd
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/49Dl4UD
My recommended budget projector screen:
Akia Screens Manual B
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/48GYSIh
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3wKkplJ
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00:00 Introduction
00:24 Focus
01:28 FireTV Stick Setup
02:30 FireTV Display Settings
03:13 Projector Picture Settings
05:33 Movie Time
Best Overall: Veektomx 10,000mAh
AmazonUS: amzn.to/4as6i3T
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3IfOdcp
AmazonUK: amzn.to/4auvmHl
Best High Capacity: UGREEN 100W 20,000mAh
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3tqiKAs
AmazonCA: amzn.to/48zXcQk
Best Wireless Bank: Anker MagGo 321 5000mAh
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3v9034P
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3TgkWnh
AmazonUK: amzn.to/41AhCHk
USB-C to Barrel Connector for PD Voltages: amzn.to/4bNtEBB
Other Banks Tested:
Miady 10,000mAh: amzn.to/3RRwCfx
AONIMI 5,200mAh: amzn.to/3GTgIMA
Charmast 10,400mAh: amzn.to/41vHAeQ
Anker PowerCore Slim 10000: amzn.to/3GSkOo8
Baseus 20W 10,000mAh: amzn.to/4axa240
Miady Premium 10,000mAh: amzn.to/41DWNKX
T-Core 10,000mAh: amzn.to/484JBRT
Anker Nano 5,000mAh: amzn.to/3TzcQHT
Baseus Wireless 10,000mAh: amzn.to/3TzOZb9
UGREEN Wireless 10,000mAh: amzn.to/3vcF3KI
ROMOSS 20,000mAh: amzn.to/3RNZgPA
ROMOSS 40,000mAh: amzn.to/479vZmQ
Baseus Blade 20,000mAh: amzn.to/4aqJgdD
Anker PowerCore 737 24,000mAh: amzn.to/3GTFXOO
Shargeek Storm 2 25,600mAh: amzn.to/3v1vDRW
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00:00 Introduction
00:35 10,000mAh Battery Banks
06:15 Wireless Charging Battery Banks
07:52 Large Capacity Battery Banks
12:19 Capacity Overall Results
12:56 Power Delivery and Charging Speeds
17:08 Recharge Speed
18:26 Wireless Charging Efficiency
19:17 Conclusions and Recommendations
Best Ultra Portable: Nebula Mars 3
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3Ruk1Qj
AmazonCA: amzn.to/49OasC4
Best Home Portable: JMGO N1
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3GvThsb
Best Mini Projector: Wemax Go Advanced
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3sYZJVN
Best Budget Portable Projector: Nebula Mars 2 Pro
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3t9RPJ9
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3UWfnMU
AmazonUK: amzn.to/4bVUdVc
USB-C to Barrel Jack Cable: amzn.to/41c3l3e
Anker PowerCore 737 PD3.1 Battery Bank: amzn.to/4a1ER0y
Other Projectors Tested:
XGIMI Halo Plus: amzn.to/3uWbc8T
XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro: amzn.to/3RaI1GD
BENQ GP100A: amzn.to/3GvotrG
VAVA Mini Cima 1080p: vava.com/products/vava-minicima-1080p
LG PU700R: amzn.to/47MAKnJ
Samsung Freestyle Gen1: amzn.to/3GRj9zf
Samsung Freestyle Gen2: amzn.to/3RwvYoF
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Color Gamut and Accuracy Testing done with hardware and software from: portrait.com
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00:00 Introduction
00:22 Brightness, Contrast, Keystone, Fan Noise
13:23 Brightness Graphs
13:47 Battery Life Tests
16:16 Side by Side Picture Quality Tests
21:43 Speaker Quality Tests
25:47 App Compatibility
26:25 Input Lag Tests
27:23 Conclusions
Robotic Vacuums:
$629 ($220 off) Dreametech L10s UIltra: amzn.to/48JqA8b Additional $35 off: RDL10SULTRA
$279 ($100 off) Dreametech D10 Plus: amzn.to/49NPNyD Additional $15 off: RDD10PLUS
Dashcams:
$279 ($100 off) 3 Channel Vantrue N4 Pro: amzn.to/46HV5JT
$209 ($80 off) 1 Channel Viofo A139: amzn.to/3usu1Aq
$98 ($40 off) 1 Channel Viofo A119 Mini 2: amzn.to/3uyRBeJ
Projectors:
$1151 ($150 off) Dangbei Mars Pro amzn.to/43sJiNG
$1499 (Sale disappeared?) Formovie X5: amzn.to/3thW84H
$1497 ($503 off) Hisense C1: amzn.to/40MQRPr
$1609 ($391 off) JMGO N1 Ultra: amzn.to/3D61YrC
Aqara Smart Home:
$132 ($70 off) Aqara U100: amzn.to/45p5xET
$40 ($15 off) Aqara Contact Sensor 3 Pack: amzn.to/3SQzGug
$42 ($15 off) Aqara M2 Hub: amzn.to/3Rb4wg1
Cordless Pool Cleaners:
$294 ($86 off): Seauto Seal SE: amzn.to/46ImxXX
$413 ($128 off): Seauto Shark: amzn.to/47HBfPm
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Best Under $65: Happrun H1
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3FOnKl0
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/49ONNp3
Best Under $150: Groview JQ818C
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/47oaf7r
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3OYZCBc
Best When On Sale: VAMVO - Check For Coupons!
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3QZWHd7
Most Advanced: Zoaybu
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/460l7aw
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3Ii3NEE
Other Projectors in order of ANSI Brightness:
Groview T1: amzn.to/3Qx0ixt
PURSHE: amzn.to/3FTFOdD
HOWWOO: amzn.to/3MEQyjJ
HOMPOW: amzn.to/3u6mpn7
E GATE: amzn.to/3u776uj
MOOKA: amzn.to/49pyqEj
DBPOWER: amzn.to/473E2Tb
TOPTRO: amzn.to/40wuFZv
Ysametp: amzn.to/3QRv2ei
TMY: amzn.to/46Z6Agu
YOWHICK: amzn.to/49pYz5X
WEWATCH: amzn.to/3FTG78h
Pericat: amzn.to/3FVq1uA
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00:00 Introduction
00:31 Why you shouldn't buy these
01:44 Brightness Testing
02:38 Contrast Testing
03:35 Side By Side Quality Testing
08:14 Fan Noise Testing
08:59 Input Lag Testing
09:18 USB Playback Menus
09:37 Conclusions
11:39 Groview JQ818C
Best Overall Kit: Govee Non-Pro
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/49mIRsm
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3wzud1Q
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/45Rza21
Best Tunable White Kit: Govee Pro
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3tN1eGp
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3wD2Yni
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/42ZC4Sk
Best RGBW kit to use with WLED: Eufy E120
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3Q6mX3u
3D Printed Eufy Mount: thingiverse.com/thing:6284846
Best "Permanent Install" Light Show Option: YPS Puck Track
(YourPixelStore): yourpixelstore.com/product/yps-puck-track-15-meter-bundle-10-puck
Other kits tested:
Appeck C5103-A (AmazonUS): amzn.to/3tReb29
Novostella Permanent LEDs (AmazonUS): amzn.to/3s8hqBE
Check out @ChrisMaherDIY 's DreamView video: youtu.be/a_haIayX1gc?si=N1MNBCISsWmJmWfS
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00:30 Cost, Brightness, and Power Draw
08:38 LED Controllers and Apps
12:45 WLED Compatibility
13:24 Ease of Installation
15:22 Install Tips
17:22 Side by Side Footage
19:56 Conclusions
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Best UST Screen 2023 Video: youtu.be/2b8PXZtL1q8
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Best overall: AWOL LTV-3500 Pro
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3IxRtAe
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3Ig0JbN
AmazonUK: amzn.to/46w02pq
Best Dark Room Performance: Nexigo Aurora Pro
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3Fei4k7
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3wzZyBC
AmazonUK: amzn.to/46yzQdN
ProjectorScreen(.)com: projectorscreen.com/nexigo-pj92-aurora-pro-4k-triple-laser-ultra-short-throw-projector-2400-lumens-ust.html?af=hookup-af
Best Budget (sorta) Daylight Projector: Epson LS800
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3ttsJ7L
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3If4PRN
AmazonUK: amzn.to/3FhXAXM
ProjectorScreen(.)com: projectorscreen.com/epson-ls800-epiqvision-4k-ultra-short-throw-projector-4000-lumen-with-yamaha-soundbar-laser-tv.html?af=hookup-af
Recommended screen: 100" Formovie Fresnel
AmazonUS: amzn.to/46Mp82V
AmazonCA: amzn.to/42Z1HTr
ProjectorScreen(.)com: projectorscreen.com/formovie-fresnel-alr-ultra-short-throw-projector-screen-100-inch-ust?af=hookup-af
Other Projectors Tested (In order of the best value):
Nomvdic P2000: amzn.to/45yYCcm Additional Coupon: 05RJOS31
Hisense PX2 Pro: amzn.to/493hSls
Formovie Theater: amzn.to/3ZYlbpJ
AWOL LTV3000 Pro: amzn.to/45tVsqy
Ultimea Thor T60: https://ultimea-thor-t60-triple-laser.kckb.st/a03919b9
LG HU915QB: amzn.to/3FeleEv
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00:00 Introduction
00:33 Brightness and Contrast Testing
09:56 Color Accuracy and Color Gamut
13:11 Dark Room Side by Side Comparisons
22:58 Daylight Side by Side Comparisons
26:39 Focus and Sharpness Testing
28:37 Throw Distance and Positioning
29:11 Fan Noise Testing
30:22 Speaker Quality Testing
31:16 Input Lag Testing
32:12 3D Movie Performance
33:14 24p Motion Handling
34:18 Laser Speckle
34:50 DLP Rainbow Effect (RBE) Testing
35:46 Conclusions
$629 ($220 off) Dreametech L10s ultra: amzn.to/48JqA8b
BEST Smart Lock:
$132 ($70 off) Aqara U100: amzn.to/45p5xET
BEST Dashcam:
$299 ($50 off) Vantrue N4 Pro: amzn.to/46HV5JT
BEST Cordless Pool Cleaner:
$295 ($50 off): Seauto Seal SE: amzn.to/46ImxXX
BEST Modern Laser Projectors:
$1151 ($150 off) Mars Pro amzn.to/43sJiNG
$1375 ($125 off) Formovie X5: amzn.to/3thW84H
$1750 ($250 off) N1 Ultra: amzn.to/3D61YrC
BEST Video Doorbell:
$79 ($10 off) Reolink WiFi Doorbell: amzn.to/46GgO50
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Best Overall: Aqara U100
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3LBPVaf
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3TgXBmz
Best Budget Pick: Wyze Lock Bolt
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3LDKnMp
AmazonCA: amzn.to/4bOUl9j
Best Remote Access Lock: Eufy C220
AmazonUS: amzn.to/48ArTX8
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3wB1lq9
Best "No Smart Lock" Look: Level Lock+
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3LBQwJ1
Other locks tested:
Ultraloq Ubolt Pro: amzn.to/3RDXPDB
Geektale Fingerprint Lock: amzn.to/3rnkslj
Philips Home Access: amzn.to/456FQJb
Schlage Encode Plus: amzn.to/3rskDvF
Lockly Flex: amzn.to/454jGY4
Lockly Secure: amzn.to/46f6FfS
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00:00 Introduction
00:33 Locks by Price
03:00 Traditional Keyway Access
03:43 Fingerprint Reader Tests
04:35 Apple Homekey Tests
06:04 Keypad and Pincode Access
08:49 Battery Life
10:15 Motor Noise
12:29 Build Quality
12:49 Hacking Potential
13:28 Conclusions
15:22 Patreon Giveaway
Hisense C1 (Best Overall):
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3PzDeit
AmazonCA: amzn.to/49VXy57
ProjectorScreen(dot)com: projectorscreen.com/hisense-cube-c1-smart-mini-projector-4k--uhd-portable-triple-laser-built-in-speakers?af=hookup-lifestyle-af
Formovie X5 (Best For Bright Rooms):
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3LnlIvu
AmazonCA: amzn.to/49v5VEY
ProjectorScreen(dot)com: projectorscreen.com/formovie-x5-4k-laser-projector-alpd-portable-home-theater-projector.html?af=hookup-lifestyle-af
NOMVDIC P1000 (Best For Gaming):
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3RgZbEl
AmazonCA: amzn.to/49Dk2rW
AmazonUK: amzn.to/42T7NVz
Extra Promo Code (8% off): 08NOMVDICTHK
JMGO N1 Ultra (Best Portability):
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3PCN6b8
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3Tc8x4J
ProjectorScreen(dot)com: projectorscreen.com/jmgo-n1-ultra-4k-all-in-one-lifestyle-projector-triple-laser-portable-gimble-2200-cvia-lumens?af=hookup-lifestyle-af
XGIMI Horizon Ultra (Best For 3D Movies):
AmazonUS: amzn.to/46fXdIF
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3IhN2cp
ProjectorScreen(dot)com: projectorscreen.com/XGIMI-Horizon-Ultra-4k-portable-projector-2200-lumens-with-built-in-speakers?af=hookup-lifestyle-af
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00:00 Introduction
00:42 Brightness and Contrast
06:13 Color Gamut and Accuracy
08:42 Viewing Experience
13:44 Sharpness and Focus
16:20 Input Lag
17:28 Ambient Noise Levels
18:15 Speaker Quality
20:03 Mounting Options and Throw Distance
21:42 Conclusions
Best Indoor for use with ONVIF NVRs: Loryta (Dahua)
AmazonUS: amzn.to/47O6Uzs
Best for Stand Alone Use: Reolink FE-P
AmazonUS (PoE Version): amzn.to/3QYZhjR
Reolink Direct (PoE Version): reolink.com/product/fe-p/?aff=50
Reolink Direct (WiFi Version): reolink.com/product/fe-w/?aff=50
Best Outdoor ONVIF: Amcrest (Dahua)
AmazonUS: amzn.to/44BbUoa
Best Value Outdoor: Vikylin
AmazonUS: amzn.to/45uGMIz
Other cameras tested:
Inwerang: amzn.to/45wjcuZ
Hikvision: amzn.to/47TaR66
Revotech (not recommended): amzn.to/3PkX68U
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00:00 Introduction
00:36 Cameras Tested, FoV, ONVIF
05:32 Daytime Image Quality
07:29 Infrared Night Vision Quality
08:38 Audio Quality and 2-Way Talk
10:01 NVR Compatibility
10:47 Overall Recommendations
13:00 Privacy Concerns
Top Pick: Vantrue N4 Pro
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3KEsRas
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3wvnBlg
Runner Up: Viofo A139 Pro 3ch
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3OZMEDG
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3UYed3M
AmazonUK: amzn.to/3OZh6h6
Top Value: 70mai A810
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3QIjN8m
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3P24bdX
Other cameras tested (in order of value)
Viofo A129 Plus Duo: amzn.to/3s6Ydjm
RedTiger F7NP: amzn.to/3P13DW0
HawkEvo DC001: amzn.to/44dUPQY
Thinkware U3000: amzn.to/3OZK3cQ
Rove R3: amzn.to/3P0eQGu
BlackVue DR970X: amzn.to/3QCuuco
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00:00 Introduction
00:34 All Cameras Overview
01:04 Round 1: HawkEvo, RedTiger, Viofo, 70mai
03:32 Round 2: 70mai, Rove, Vantrue, Viofo
06:40 Round 3: Vantrue, Blackvue, Thinkware
10:20 Round 4: Vantrue, Viofo, GoPro
12:53 Conclusions - Best Dashcams
XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro: amzn.to/47E35wH
XGIMI Multi Angle Stand: amzn.to/3QLdwZp
Romoss PD65w Power Bank: amzn.to/3KLj7uN
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Best Overall - Seauto Seal SE
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3YjomHC
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3OXs7za
Best for Leaves - AIRROBO PC100
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3KmqJUw
Other Vacuums Tested:
Ofuzzi Terrain 10: amzn.to/3Okpiao
Aiper Seagull Pro: amzn.to/44Pp422
WYBOT WY1103: amzn.to/3YkKWQf
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00:00 Introduction
00:25 Pool Coverage
06:17 Cleaning Performance
08:36 Ease of Use
12:35 Conclusions
FlightScope Mevo+: shop.carlofet.com/launch-monitors-and-software/launch-monitors/flightscope-mevo-plus-launch-monitor?acc=1becf26e9f32353e30870060538746e7
Carl's Place Custom Impact Screens: shop.carlofet.com/build-your-own-golf-simulator?acc=1becf26e9f32353e30870060538746e7
Carl's Place Hitting Mat: shop.carlofet.com/golf-hitting-mats?acc=1becf26e9f32353e30870060538746e7
Smaller Hoist (Hitting Mat Hoist): amzn.to/40JWGg1
Larger Hoist (Screen Hoist): amzn.to/3YHM8wc
Side Netting: amzn.to/3XrNGJz
BENQ TH671ST Projector: amzn.to/3HYoLYC
Mini Split AC: amzn.to/3YKOSZL
Wall Mount Club Rack: amzn.to/3YkCRKx
Golf Ball Tube: amzn.to/3JXWtzO
GU10 Light Fixture: amzn.to/3HTm1eY
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Best Overall - Philips Ultra Definition (3.50/ea)
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3K3EjvT
AmazonCA: amzn.to/42UbMBd
Top Performer - Waveform LED ($22.16/ea)
Direct: store.waveformlighting.com/collections/a19-bulbs/products/centric-home-full-spectrum-flicker-free-a19-10w-led-bulb
Good Value Bulbs:
High CRI - DiCuno ($2.00/ea): amzn.to/3XVlT6l
Low Flicker - Partphoner Dimmable ($1.33/ea): amzn.to/3rCcRiB
Long Lasting - Great Eagle 800L (1.33/ea): amzn.to/3Dl2GkT
All other bulbs tested (in order of total score):
GE Relax Traditional: amzn.to/3Q2LlEQ
GE Relax HD Light: amzn.to/3rzU3jT
GE LED Classic Shape: amzn.to/46TN05H
Linkind: amzn.to/3pWVW9Q
Sunlite: amzn.to/3pSxKW9
Energetic Dimmable: amzn.to/3Y2yt3M
PARTPHONER: amzn.to/3Q4XlFY
Sunco: amzn.to/44Mo2UB
SYLVANIA LED: amzn.to/3Dna1R8
Amazon Basics: amzn.to/3OkuBaO
Energetic Smarter: amzn.to/3Y5HfOs
Satco: amzn.to/44Ahl7Y
Mastery Mart: amzn.to/44uArfJ
TCP: amzn.to/3Y0q14L
GREAT EAGLE 750: amzn.to/3Q3iVdO
SYLVANIA LED 4pk: amzn.to/3Y0RCTA
Regal: amzn.to/3K7coem
GE LED 60w: amzn.to/44ytc6r
Bioluz: amzn.to/3Q7hNpF
Sylvania ECO LED: amzn.to/44VTcbH
UNITEXLUX: amzn.to/3rI0Jw8
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00:00 Introduction
01:01 Energy Efficiency
01:53 Color Temperature
02:29 Blue Spike
03:29 Color Rendering Index (CRI)
04:54 Flicker
06:35 Dimming Performance
07:55 Bulb Lifespan
10:07 Conclusions
$279 ($100 off) Dreametech D10 Plus: amzn.to/43fuG45
$1223 ($120 off) Dangbei Mars Pro 4K: amzn.to/43sJiNG
$133 ($30 off): Viofo A129 Plus Duo Dashcam: amzn.to/44C0JfB
$299 ($100 off): Annke NCD800 180 degree dual lens security camera: amzn.to/3NJ4w3X
$319 ($50 off) Reolink 510A NVR Package: amzn.to/3D7Xalz
$79 ($10 off) Reolink WiFi Doorbell : amzn.to/43j3hOz
$14 ($3 off) Aqara Contact Sensors: amzn.to/3O7CGj0
$17 ($10 off) Ring Refurb Contact Sensors (2-Pack): amzn.to/44FcVME
$25 ($15 off) FireTV Max 4K: amzn.to/3PPxrps
Other great deals I found after this video was published:
Projectors:
$219 ($50 off) Nexigo PJ40 Projector: amzn.to/3roLEQ7
$1599 ($400 off) XGIMI AURA UST Projector: amzn.to/44nlSKA
$1835 ($250 off): JMGO N1 Ultra 4K: amzn.to/3D61YrC
LED Strips:
$37 ($5 off) BTF Lighting SK6812 RGBW Strips: amzn.to/3rrJnn8
$31 ($10 off) BTF Lighting 24V non-addressable COB LEDs: amzn.to/43qmr58
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Best Overall || Epson LS11000
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/46EPiW6
(ProjectorScreen.com): projectorscreen.com/epson-LS11000W-4k-laser-projector-with-2500-lumens-white.html?af=hookup-af
Best Value || BENQ HT4550i
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/46HpJ6p
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3wzyZMQ
(BENQ Direct): tinyurl.com/bdf8tbyx
(ProjectorScreen.com): projectorscreen.com/benq-ht4550i-4k-hdr-home-theater-led-projector-3200-lumens.html?af=hookup-af
Best Budget Pick || Dangbei Mars Pro
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3JOP5Gg
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3wB2Ft7
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/3PRd0Zk
Other Projectors Tested:
JMGO N1 Ultra (AmazonUS): amzn.to/46RFVTk
JMGO N1 Ultra (AmazonCA): amzn.to/3UYvcCW
JMGO N1 Ultra (ProjectorScreen.com): projectorscreen.com/jmgo-n1-ultra-4k-all-in-one-lifestyle-projector-triple-laser-portable-gimble-2400-lumens?af=hookup-af
Epson 5050UB (AmazonUS): amzn.to/3JOPpEY
Epson 5050UB (ProjectorScreen.com): projectorscreen.com/epson-powerlite-home-cinema-5050ub-lcd-projector-with-2600-lumens.html?af=hookup-af
Optoma UHZ50 (AmazonUS): amzn.to/3POwxcN
Optoma UHZ50 (ProjectorScreen.com): projectorscreen.com/optoma-uhz50-4k-laser-projector-3000-lumens?af=hookup-af
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00:00 Introduction
00:38 Optoma UHZ50
03:26 BENQ HT4550i
04:56 Epson 5050UB
07:32 Epson LS11000
09:14 Brightness and Contrast
11:06 Color Accuracy
13:46 Sharpness and Focus
16:29 Picture Quality - SDR
17:08 Picture Quality - HDR
19:54 24P Judder and SOE
21:39 DLP Rainbow Effect
22:28 Laser Speckle
22:55 Input Lag
24:05 Zoom and Lens Shift
25:13 Conclusions
26:37 3D Movie Support
JMGO N1 Ultra:
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/440vACe
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3Tc8x4J
Best Speckle Reducing Screen (Silver Ticket WAB):
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/43QtDbV
Best Speckle Reducing Non-AT Screen (Stewart Neve):
(ProjectorScreen.com): projectorscreen.com/stewart-cima-ff-cif109dnevewx-fixed-frame-109-57-5x92-widescreen-16-10-1-1-gain.html?af=hookup-af
Full screen material ranking list: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/18VZgUW5xBntrihgys2nC8805YgHwkHymZbzOSoSVoWA/edit?usp=sharing
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Featured in this video:
Amazon Echo 4th Gen (Thread Border Router + Matter Bridge):
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/43q2V9Q
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3T9u2Sn
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/4a0po03
Govee M1 Matter Strips
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3qt0CUS
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/4a07iLy
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/4a3dLW5
Shelly 2.5 Smart Relay (Bedroom Switches)
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3MQW420
Blinds Motor
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/49HO8KK
Eight Sleep Mattress
- Direct: eight-sleep.ioym.net/c/1397469/607198/9942
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00:00 Introduction
00:28 Fail #1: Things Break
01:08 Fail #2: Replacing Functionality
04:40 Fail #3: Document Everything
05:33 Fail #4: Reinventing the Wheel
06:43 Fail #5: Getting Stuck In One Ecosystem
08:26 Fail #6: Underestimating Convenience
09:25 Fail #7: Not Having Fun
Top Pick: Dreametech L10s Ultra
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3IQTEzk
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3URZx6b
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/3MBbF5K
Best Mop: Narwal Freo
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/43Ey5tP
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3UQ5GQi
Best for 100% Hard Flooring: Ecovacs T10 OMNI
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/43gOUej
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3uSYAzV
Best Roborock: Roborock S7 MaxV Ultra
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3oI7ddx
Drying accessory:
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3N79458
Buy instead of J7+ Combo: Roomba J7+
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3IPIjQ9
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/433D08r
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/42meM7f
Other robots tested:
Roborock S8 Pro (AmazonUS): amzn.to/3oCev2t
Lefant T1 (AmazonUS): amzn.to/43foM3H
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00:00 Introduction
00:51 Robot Specs
05:33 Carpet Vacuum Performance
06:26 Hard Floor Vacuum Performance
07:16 Auto Empty Bin Performance
08:09 Pet Hair Clog Resistance
09:17 Human Hair Tangle Resistance
10:38 Mopping Performance
12:33 Mopping Capacity
13:31 Mop Washing Performance
14:30 Carpet Adaptation
15:19 Object Avoidance
16:55 Baseboard Damage
17:53 Smart Home Integrations
19:26 Conclusions and Recommendations
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3olVGAi
AmazonUK: amzn.to/45pW7uj
🚘Garage 🚘
Motorized Work Benches Video: youtu.be/EzCWi1Km6mA
Golf Simulator Video: youtu.be/h8qT5SRz-XM
Barrina Shop Lights
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3oauWmp
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3T3VbGB
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/4a0rsoP
3 Button Switch: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFd5TlR
🖥️ Office 🖥️
Best Blinds Motors Video: youtu.be/_4BcvlIQTuI
Murphy Bed Kit
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3WhIx7R
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/48IwK7q
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/49ZSOvc
Blinds Motor
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/48KlXJJ
Ring ZWave Contact Sensor
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3WdHki7
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/43a9u0H
🎬 Living Room 🎬
Convertible Home Theater Video: youtu.be/KgUVGvFRCsk
AWOL LTV-3500
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3OpHroL
Motorized Floor Rising Screen:
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3MhD9Nx
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3Pdt1rw
Sonos ARC Soundbar
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3MeQeal
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/490yvgt
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/48L1TXP
🍇 Kitchen/Pantry 🍇
Shelly RGBW2
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3BFjGBq
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3TCzmzv
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/3Vasn1J
White Pantry and Cabinet LEDs
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/45bKTcu
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3T7DOEO
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/4c3qGcl
BEV Cocktail Machine
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3pPWNJ8
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3TpKQWP
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/4ckUth5
☀️ Patio/Pergola ☀️
Patio Remodel Video: youtu.be/l8dRm8PApLE
Carl's Place Outdoor Screen Material: shop.carlofet.com/backyard-theater/flexigray-projector-screen-material?acc=1becf26e9f32353e30870060538746e7&fbclid=IwAR1sWYOqDypGZ1hyHBiLzhuUEbcG940ZqCwkXmauhHtzKuu8RHcc12HqydY
Dangbei Mars Pro
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3BJoOV7
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3VaA5ca
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/3vcQNwR
🎥 Studio/Gym 🎥
Folding Treadmill
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/432qeFS
Motorized Clothes Rack
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3IiRIiU
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/4a1Jlna
Murphy Bed Kit
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3IiRHev
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3TbFhtC
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/3v9BAww
🛌 Master Bedroom 🛌
DIY Blinds Motor Video: youtu.be/1O_1gUFumQM
Shelly 2.5 Smart Relay: amzn.to/42Uyvwg
Zemismart Curtain Rail: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DEKkMYt
Formovie Fresnel Screen: projectorscreen.com/formovie-fresnel-alr-ultra-short-throw-projector-screen-100-inch-ust?af=hookup-af
Formovie X5 Projector: amzn.to/3LybOqb
Eight Sleep Mattress: eight-sleep.ioym.net/c/1397469/607198/9942
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00:00 Introduction
00:12 Garage
02:51 Guest Room + Office
04:11 Living Room + Home Theater
05:40 Kitchen + Pantry
06:50 Patio
08:23 Studio + Gym
09:55 Master Bedroom
• AmazonUS: amzn.to/3LybOqb
• AmazonCA: amzn.to/4bS7kXD
• ProjectorScreen.com (US Buyers): projectorscreen.com/formovie-x5-4k-laser-projector-alpd-portable-home-theater-projector.html?af=hookup-af
• NothingProjector (International Buyers): nothingprojector.com/products/fengmi-formovie-x5-master-series-4k-alpd-laser-projector-2450-cvia-lumens?sca_ref=3620108.hsnq5IqCkS
• AliExpress: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DkXfPX7
Best Budget Pick - Dangbei Mars Pro
• AmazonUS: amzn.to/415E34Y
• AmazonCA: amzn.to/3wzOTXE
• AmazonUK: amzn.to/3VfRpwD
• NothingProjector (International Buyers): nothingprojector.com/products/dangbei-mars-pro-4k-projector-home-theater-with-3200-ansi-lumens?sca_ref=3620108.hsnq5IqCkS
Best Performance Specs - JMGO N1 Ultra
• AmazonUS: amzn.to/3X1VaEx
• AmazonCA: amzn.to/42WYweW
Best for Gamers and Cinephiles - BENQ GP500
• AmazonUS: amzn.to/3pc9yNy
• AmazonUK: amzn.to/3LzHxad
Recommended Streaming Stick:
• FireTV 4K Max: amzn.to/42twIxz
• 90 degree HDMI adapters for flush fit: amzn.to/42lvMLu
Other projectors tested:
XGIMI Horizon Pro (AmazonUS): amzn.to/3LBfA25
Formovie V10 (AliExpress): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DBPSsXR
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Color Gamut and Accuracy Testing done with hardware and software from: portrait.com
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00:00 Introduction
00:36 Projector Specs
04:47 Brightness Testing
08:28 Color Gamut and Accuracy
12:06 Picture Quality
16:05 Sound Quality
18:19 Fan Noise
19:08 Input Lag Testing
19:58 Smart OS Features
21:00 Auto Focus and Keystone
22:28 Conclusions and Recommendations
Blue Iris Software: bit.ly/3dwlGRg
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ALPR Zoom Camera
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3owYeLz
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/4a6oEX4
Reolink Doorbell
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/41Iv7mT
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3V7wifG
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/49I1mqZ
Hikvision Panoramic Camera
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3UVbHcc
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3TrPmnz
Blue Iris Hardware Suggestion ($450 Total):
Dell 7040
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3mQ6CWi
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3Vspcmn
WD Purple Surveillance HDD
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3LdQ046
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/4cawfFW
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/43bv6Kr
SATA Power Splitter
- AmazonUS:: amzn.to/3Licoco
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3Tcuu2m
- AmazonUK: amzn.to/3PcXFRD
GTX1650 low profile
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3UPwuOB
Website Write Up: thesmarthomehookup.com/free-license-plate-reading-face-recognition-and-object-detection-for-blue-iris-full-walkthrough
Dahua Commands:
Get current focus status: {camera ip}/cgi-bin/devVideoInput.cgi?action=getFocusStatus
Set Zoom/Focus via URL: {camera ip}/cgi-bin/devVideoInput.cgi?action=adjustFocus&focus={focus level}&zoom={zoom level}
Set Day Mode via URL: {camera ip}: /cgi-bin/configManager.cgi?action=setConfig&VideoInMode[0].Config[0]=0
Set Night Mode via URL: {camera ip}: /cgi-bin/configManager.cgi?action=setConfig&VideoInMode[0].Config[0]=1
MQTT JSON:
{"plate":"&PLATE", "AlertImgPath":"&ALERT_PATH", "Alert_AI":"&MEMO", "Date":"%Y-%m-%d %H:%M:%S","Camera":"&CAM"}
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00:00 Introduction
00:42 Blue Iris Software and Hardware
01:55 Blue Iris and CodeProject Installation
02:29 Blue Iris General Settings
05:45 CodeProjectAI General Setup
07:22 Adding ONVIF Cameras to Blue Iris
09:29 Motion Detection Settings
10:56 Computer Vision Settings
12:28 Blue Iris Recording Options
13:36 Motion Troubleshooting
15:06 Facial Recognition Setup
16:53 License Plate Recognition Setup
24:29 Legal Disclaimer
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Lamomo 12V: amzn.to/40YkXys
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🎖️ COB LED + Silicone Diffuser DIY Combo 🎖️
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Muzata silicone 10mm side firing diffuser: amzn.to/4139QnJ
🔥 Other good options 🔥
Govee RGBIC Neon Strip: amzn.to/3m9QMW0
12V BTF Lighting: amzn.to/3Kj0YDT
Pautix 24V Addressable: amzn.to/3zzlOtw
🔥 Recommended Power Supplies and Controllers🔥
12V power supply: amzn.to/3UgtF8W
24V power supply: amzn.to/3UhbrUA
Non-Addressable LED Controller (Shelly RGBW2): amzn.to/4bYr0ZV
Addressable LED Controller (DigUno): https://shop.allnetchina.cn/collections/quinled/products/quinled-dig-uno-v3r7-digital-led-controller
👎 Not Recommended 👎
Alitove Addressable Silicone Diffuser: amzn.to/3UirWjA
Lamomo 24V Addressable Kit: amzn.to/3ZKK0DN
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00:00 Introduction
00:30 Brightness, Efficiency, Power Draw
09:42 Spotless Effect
11:00 Color Saturation
12:13 Color Uniformity and Voltage Drop
13:23 Mounting and Bending
14:04 Ease of Use
15:05 Conclusions and Recommendations
🔥UST Mount 🔥
NC Projector Wall Mount: amzn.to/3ySxE1y
🔥Screens🔥
Formovie ALR: projectorscreen.com/formovie-fresnel-alr-ultra-short-throw-projector-screen-100-inch-ust?af=hookup-af
Spectra CLR: projectorscreen.com/spectra-projection-vantage-100-ust-alr-clr-projector-screen-for-ultra-short-throw-projectors.html?af=hookup-af
🔥Projectors🔥
Nexigo PJ90 Aurora: amzn.to/3LDG5Fs
AWOL LTV-3500: amzn.to/3ltd8kX
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00:00 Introduction
00:32 ALR vs CLR Screen Intro
01:27 Ambient Light Testing
04:53 Testing Conclusions
06:07 Ceiling Mount Pros and Cons
09:26 Summary
Brian from ProjectorScreen.com video call: youtube.com/watch?v=op5mwAj8PGc
Best Overall (by a significant margin):
Formovie Fresnel 100" ALR
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3V8TOsC
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3IupFN6
- projectorscreen(.)com: projectorscreen.com/formovie-fresnel-alr-ultra-short-throw-projector-screen-100-inch-ust?af=hookup-af
Top Lenticular CLR Fixed Frame Screens:
(Best Value) Nothing Projector CLR
- projectorscreen(.)com: nothingprojector.com/products/black-series-screen-for-ust-projectors?sca_ref=3620108.hsnq5IqCkS
(Best Performing) Spectra Vantage
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/49LdgjB
- projectorscreen(.)com: projectorscreen.com/spectra-projection-vantage-100-ust-alr-clr-projector-screen-for-ultra-short-throw-projectors.html?af=hookup-af
Best Performing and Best Value Floor Rising Screen:
Vividstorm S-Pro 100"
- AmazonUS: amzn.to/3mDPliB
- AmazonCA: amzn.to/3TtERAn
Other Screens Tested:
Akia Screens CLR2 Fixed Frame: amzn.to/3ZWn0lJ
Nothing Projector Floor Rising: nothingprojector.com/products/nothingprojector-pet-crystal-floor-rising-alr-motorized-projector-screen/?sca_ref=3620108.hsnq5IqCkS
Elite Screens CLR2 Floor Rising: amzn.to/41ZUaTl
Wemax Lenticular CLR: amzn.to/3l1exPz
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00:00 Introduction
00:40 Screen Overviews and Construction
05:51 Spectra Retest
07:32 Floor Rising Screens
09:17 Screen Gain Testing
10:50 Black Floor
11:34 Ambient Light Rejection
13:27 Resolution and Clarity (Microscopic)
14:56 Side by Side Testing (fixed frame)
19:07 Side by Side Testing (floor rising)
21:02 Top Picks
Better Alternative:
• USB Light Socket Adapter: amzn.to/3XkzZOd
• WyzeCam V3 PTZ: amzn.to/3ILdTyG
Best Performing Bulb Cameras:
• EverSecu: amzn.to/3KvTUpa
• Symynelec: amzn.to/3nx6afW
• 360 Camera: amzn.to/3FeWhsT
(Not recommended)
• EyeToo: amzn.to/3xFSTmL
• OwLuck: amzn.to/3kjtDj8
• Xvim: amzn.to/3SjcW3G
• Zeus: amzn.to/3XTgU4q
• LaView: amzn.to/3lYGCHz
• Zmodo: amzn.to/3YT0IRN
• Sengled: amzn.to/3xLZ6O1
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Formovie V10 (Chinese Version): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DnlIC5d
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3TrOxLP
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3TgDswG
Other projectors in this video:
Dangbei Mars Pro: amzn.to/3GSyvCX
BENQ X3000i: amzn.to/3iT2Lpp
XGIMI Horizon Pro: amzn.to/3kwX0OM
Nebula Cosmos 4K Laser: amzn.to/3XCqR6k
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00:00 Introduction
01:06 Brightness Testing
02:06 Picture Quality Testing
03:33 Input Lag Testing
04:30 Sound Testing
05:22 Fan Noise Testing
05:50 Size Comparisons
06:05 Built in OS
06:49 Conclusions
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Here is my dedicated review of the Formovie V10: youtu.be/Y4waPkVPa-Q
I just got back from CES 2023 in Las Vegas where I got to see all the latest home theater and projector gear set to come out this year. Are 8K projectors the next big thing?
Check out my projector reviews here:
Best Ultra Short Throw Projectors 2022: youtu.be/od1W43Oua4w
Best Projectors Under $100: youtu.be/2QOLL2TvpJ0
Best Projectors Under $300: youtu.be/-gWIzxVptlE
Best Portable Projectors 2022: youtu.be/wFcLjrGhJZA
Best Laser Projectors 2022: youtu.be/ZDB_dqR2EWA
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Top Performer: XGIMI Halo+
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3YKKbQs
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3IePqAV
Best on Battery: Samsung Freestyle
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3WxU9m4
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3uJSMsy
Best for Business Use: WEMAX Go Advanced
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3FPiXiR
Best Budget Pick: Nebula Mars 2 Pro
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3BYjZbk
AmazonCA: amzn.to/48QWRsZ
AmazonUK: amzn.to/3wAYaP6
Good Tripod for Halo, Capsule and Mars 2 Pro: amzn.to/3MIQccN
Other Projectors Tested:
Nebula Capsule 3: amzn.to/3YBf9dA
LG PF50KA: amzn.to/3v9RyTR
XGIMI MoGo Pro: amzn.to/3BTANzW
BENQ GV30: amzn.to/3HWzN1X
Kodak Luma 450: amzn.to/3WHSWJj
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00:00 Introduction
00:32 Brightness, Contrast, Connectivity
10:15 Battery Testing
11:49 Picture Quality
15:05 Sound Quality
18:35 Input Lag
19:26 App Compatibility
20:28 Conclusions
🔥 Best in $200-350 Category: Nexigo PJ40 🔥
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3uzT3ue
AmazonCA: amzn.to/42UFGVQ
🔥 Best in $100-200 Category: Groview JQ818C 🔥
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3W3ernl
AmazonCA: amzn.to/49Dl4UD
AmazonUK: amzn.to/3FDVUbP
🔥 Best in Sub $100 Category: Happrun H1 🔥
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3PbaoDn
AmazonCA: amzn.to/49ONNp3
🏆 Notable Mentions 🏆
Yaber Ace K1
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3HoFHZt
AmazonCA: amzn.to/49Kygar
AmazonUK: amzn.to/3YaWDbH
Nexigo PJ20
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3hewmso
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3TcGqkP
AmazonUK: amzn.to/3Ho0Tin
📽 Other projectors tested ranked by overall value 📽
4. Epson Epiqvision Flex CO-W01: amzn.to/3FDwYBb
5. HOMPOW C55: amzn.to/3UL4UjT
6. CiBest Gloris G1: amzn.to/3YaZMIx
7. Groview 881: amzn.to/3UL9deM
8. XGODY X1: amzn.to/3ULOzLR
9. Happrun L2: amzn.to/3HkntbD
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00:00 Introduction
01:47 Measurements!
05:21 Viewing Experience Tests
10:52 Final Recommendations
Paul Moore's Video: youtube.com/watch?v=qOjiCbxP5Lc
LTT WAN Show: youtube.com/watch?v=2ssMQtKAMyA
Local Control Doorbell Setups: youtube.com/watch?v=6XCu6L0xn4Y
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Final Rankings
1) Annke NCD800
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3giRaP0
Annke: shrsl.com/3sw4e
2) EmpireTech B180
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3TW8y9X
3) Reolink Duo 1
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3ELvTqD
Reolink: reolink.com/product/reolink-duo-poe-v1/?aff=50
4) Reolink Duo 2
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3EN9RUk
AmazonCA: amzn.to/3IqdYqJ
Reolink: reolink.com/product/reolink-duo-poe/?aff=50
5) Uniview IPC-2K24
Direct: nellyssecurity.com/unv-4mp-dual-lens-wide-angle-weatherproof-24-7-colorhunter-bullet-ip-security-camera-with-2-x-4-0mm-fixed-lenses-and-2-way-audio-ipc2k24se-adf40kmc-wl-i0.html
6) Annke FCD600
AmazonUS: amzn.to/3tHKtJk
Annke: shrsl.com/3sw4g
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EcoFlow is runing largest up to 50% OFF Black Friday Sales as we speak until November 28th, get extra 5% OFF via code PSQBC3JD via either of the links below today!
EcoFlow Amazon RIVER 2 Max: amzn.to/3AKB4om
EcoFlow Amazon DELTA Max: amzn.to/3F0TaFk
EcoFlow Website: us.ecoflow.com/?aff=203
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Best Budget Option - Reolink WiFi Doorbell
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3nVdv9m
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3wN1JBW
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/4c7GdYz
(Reolink Direct): reolink.com/product/reolink-video-doorbell-wifi/?aff=50
Best Overall Pick - Eufy Dual Camera Doorbell Wired
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3NX9cTn
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3v2xIgS
Best Alexa Integrated Doorbell - Ring Pro 2 Video Doorbell
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3A3cDSK
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3Tsjy1P
(AmazonUK): amzn.to/3fPgNqF
Best Homekit Secure Video Doorbell - Belkin Wemo
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3UHyHdy
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3IrYrqr
Best Google Home Integrated Doorbell - Google Nest Wired Gen2
(AmazonUS): amzn.to/3NYyh0b
(AmazonCA): amzn.to/3wP6kn9
Other doorbells tested:
Amcrest AD410: amzn.to/3G2pvwn
Hikvision DS-HD1: amzn.to/3WOsApM
Wyze Doorbell: amzn.to/3NTXUzc
Remo S: amzn.to/3WKuoA9
Logitech Circle: amzn.to/3WLCRTL
Arlo Essential: amzn.to/3fRPzj0
Nest Hello Gen1: amzn.to/3ULCXJ3
UniFi G4 Doorbell: amzn.to/3Tbnhzt
UniFi G4 Doorbell Pro: amzn.to/3PemdKl
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00:00 Introduction
01:21 Budget Category (Under $150)
03:44 Midrange Category ($150-$350)
07:12 HomeKit Doorbells
09:17 Premium Category (Over $350)
11:46 Conclusions - Best Picks