No Worries: Bargains on Tech Tools That’ll Help You Feel Safer
Are you a worrier? When you’re at work, do you fret about someone breaking into your house? When you’re waiting for that FedEx package, do you worry that someone just stole it from your porch? When you’re driving, do you worry that the strange noise you keep hearing means a breakdown is imminent?
Let’s face it: We live in stressful times, with plenty of media to remind us of all the scary things we should worry about. But we also live at a time when technology makes it easy to monitor the things that matter to you most, from wherever you might be, thus putting your mind at ease for the moment.
This week, I’ve brought you a bunch of bargains on some tech tools that do just that. So, if you’re going to indulge your paranoia, at least you don’t have to pay full price.
Vivint Security System
When my doorbell rings, I hear it on my smart phone. I can also look to see who’s at the door, speak to the visitor through the doorbell, and even open the door for them — all from my phone.
That’s because I am using Vivint’s new smart Doorbell Camera — part of the company’s home automation and security system. It’s a big step up from that dumb doorbell I had before. I can now see when my packages get delivered and even ask the shipper to put them in the house for me. If someone does steal them, the Vivint system will capture that theft to video and send it to my phone. And it has an unexpected benefit: I can see for myself whether my daughter’s new “friend" —the one with the androgynous name who I assumed was female — is actually tall dark, and handsome, even if I’m not home when he picks her up.
I wrangled you en exclusive deal on the Vivint Security System: $99 off of the $198 activation fee with purchase of any Vivint package. Just follow this link to access the deal online or call 855.582.0341.
SkylinkNet Alarm/Alert System Kit
If you like to do things yourself, the SkylinkNet Alarm/Alert could be the home-security system for you. First you connect it to your wireless router. Then you tell its door and window monitors to stand guard against break-ins when you are out and about. If someone does open a door or window when the system is armed, you get an alert on your smart phone (iOS or Android).
Because you do the monitoring yourself, there are no monthly fees. But I got you a deal on the hardware: For the next two days, use the code word YahooSK when you order to get the SK-200 SkylinkNet Alarm/Alert System Kit for $89.99.
Automatic
If worrying about your car’s health gets your boxers in a bunch, a little information could be all you need to relax. The Automatic could help. It plugs into the diagnostics port hiding under your dash. (Every car made since 1996 has one.) You then pair the Automatic with your smart phone.
That done, you will now get alerts about any engine or car trouble sent to your phone. Automatic will detect when you — or whoever is driving your car — gets into an accident and call for help. And it will even save you money by analyzing your driving and then coaching you in changing your driving style to get better gas mileage.
Naturally, I negotiated a sweet deal for you on one: Use the code Yahoo20 to get 20 percent off the adapter. The code will work for the next two months, so get your shopping done before October 2.
Samsung SmartCam HD Outdoor Camera
Who’s been breaking into your chicken coop and stealing eggs? Is there a fox in your hen house? Or is your mailbox under attack from mail-snitching strangers?
If the source of your stress is outdoors, and you want to put eyes on it without actually staying outside all the time yourself, this Samsung SmartCam HD Outdoor Camera is a great solution. Connect it to your Wi-Fi network and it will show you (via your phone or computer) what’s happening out there in high-resolution HD video (720p on your phone). It also has a memory slot so you can store video right in the camera.
And here’s the deal: It’s currently on sale at Walmart.com for $189, down from $205.
