Skylink Alarm System Starter Kit
What's to love: A do-it-yourself alarm system homeowners monitor through an app on their smartphones.
What does it do: Because this is a self-monitored system, there are no monthly fees or contract. The starter kit includes an internet hub to connect to the home's Wi-Fi, a window/door sensor and a motion sensor. It is expandable with up to 100 sensors or devices able to connect to the system. Backup batteries provide power during an electrical failure. The starter kits sells for $99.99. Additional motion sensors sell for $24.99 and indoor/outdoor motion sensors sell for $29.99. More information at skylinkstore.com.
Paracable Lightning Cables
What's to love: Phone charging cables that are built to last.
What does it do: These cords have gone through a testing and approval process by Apple and are MFI (Made for iPhone) certified. Both iPhone and the micro USB chargers are wrapped in 32-strand paracord and sheathed in aluminum for strength and are fast, with up to 2 amps of charging capacity. The cords are 5-feet long and available in a variety of colors. The iPhone cords sell for $23.95 and the micro USB cables sell for $20.95. More information at paracable.com.
-- Cary Jenkins
HomeStyle on 04/29/2017