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Thinking of Buying a Ring Doorbell? Read This!

January 30, 2019 By Kari Cullen Leave a Comment

Thinking about a Ring Doorbell? Read this and you can get a Ring Doorbell discount!

IS THE RING DOORBELL WORTH IT?

Thinking of buying a ring doorbell or other Ring home security product?

Stop and read this first!

Let me first start by saying this article is in no way sponsored by Ring, I just wanted to give an honest overview and share a little hack to get a discount on a Ring product (possibly even a free product from Ring).

HOW DO RING PRODUCTS WORK?

Ring products use your existing home Wi-Fi network to help secure your home. You basically hook the products (Ring doorbell, cameras, security system and more) up to your Wi-FI and use the free Ring app (available for Apple and Android devices) to alert you whenever someone approaches your door or comes in the range of a security camera.

You can then view an HD video stream of the person and speak to them using two-way audio communication (love that feature). Put simply, with Ring products, it’s like you’re always home.

But are Ring products worth it and do they live up to the hype? Let’s look at the cost next.

WHAT DOES RING COST?

The easiest and cheapest way to try out a Ring product is to grab the Ring doorbell which starts at $99 for the first model of it (but if you check out the little hack at the end of this article you can get it for much cheaper or possibly free!).

There are over 30,000 reviews on the Ring doorbell on Amazon you can check out here. Overall it gets 4 stars but I did read some negative reviews mostly about their device being stolen.

The cheapest Ring camera I saw was around $179 on Amazon (have you seen my article on how to get free Amazon gift cards?).

You can buy the home security system starting at $199. It doesn’t have any contract but if you want, you can add professional monitoring at just $10 a month or $100 for the year which also includes longer access to your videos (up to 60 days) and an extended warranty.

Obviously the more sensors and cameras you add the more you have to spend at first.

IS RING WORTH IT?

Ring products are an investment at first depending on what you want so the question is are Ring products worth it?

My best friend just recently bought a few Ring security cameras for her home and the quality on them is awesome. I helped her set it up and it was so simple to do. It took us minutes to set up each camera and then just the time to mount them where you want them to go. She bought the battery operated ones so that she didn’t have to hard wire them.

If you buy the battery operated ones and you don’t want to have to climb up on the garage or other outside areas when its time to change it, you can buy the optional solar panel which will charge the battery as well.

You can be up and running in less than an hour. A lot sooner if you just have one product to install but my friend had three.

I love the video quality and how much area you can see with one camera if put in the right place. I also love how you can adjust the settings to alert you however often you want it to.

My favorite part? The two two-way audio feature and the live feed. You can hear what’s going on in both the recorded videos and the live feed and you can talk through the camera to whoever is at the house. This works great for the doorbell because when someone rings it you can answer like you’re home.

Ring Home Security Cameras

HOW TO GET A FREE OR DISCOUNTED RING PRODUCT!

If you want to get a Ring doorbell discount or a discount on any other Ring product, then try this hack! Ok its really not a hack because Ring is offering up the discount but not many people are taking full advantage of it.

Ring has a free neighborhood watch app called Neighbors which alerts you of real-time crime and safety in your area. Everyone who downloads it using a referral link will get a $10 credit towards any Ring product. Plus you will get $10 for each friend you refer to the app! The app is free and a Ring product is not required to use it so it should be easy to refer friends.

It’s actually a really cool app. If someone is stealing packages in the area or if there are a string of burglaries or even strange happenings in your area you will know about it.

So here’s the deal……

How to Get Your Ring Discount:

1. Download the FREE Neighbors App (you will get $10 towards a RING product right away)

The Neighbors App is a free neighborhood watch app that even if you don’t want a Ring product you can just download. Having a Ring is not required for using the Neighbors app. All you have to do is download it and start seeing alerts in your local area.

Other people post any strange activity they see and even video clips from their Ring cameras.

Download it here to get your first $10 credit.

2. Start telling all your friends about the Neighbors App!

The Neighbors app is really useful so all your friends and neighbors will probably want it regardless of whether they want a Ring product or not. Plus you will get $10 when they do! Just go into your Neighbors app and use the “INVITE FRIENDS” option and watch your credits grow.

Get just 10 Friends to join and you have a free Ring Doorbell!

Don’t want to bother your friends? Save up free Amazon gift cards using my Amazon Hack and get your Ring product that way.

Are you using the Ring doorbell or Ring home security system? Let me know in the comments!

If you’re looking for a cheap home security camera under $50, I just grabbed this Wyze camera for my grandmother’s apartment. It was under $40 and I heard great things about it. I will be posting a review on it as soon as I can!

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Filed Under: Money Saving Tips, Product Reviews

IntelliARMOR IntelliGLASS Apple iPad Screen Protector Review

June 9, 2016 By Kari Cullen Leave a Comment

Protect your iPad & iPhone with a glass screen protector. Check out the IntelliARMOR IntelliGLASS Review

IntelliARMOR IntelliGLASS Apple iPad Screen Protector Review

 

I was fortunate enough to be able to get to review the IntelliARMOR IntelliGLASS Apple iPad Screen Protector in return for my honest opinion. I discovered glass screen protectors a few years ago when I bought one for my phone and now I buy a glass screen protector for all my devices. I never liked the flimsy film ones.  I could never install them without messing it up and there were always bubbles I could never get out of it. It wouldn’t look nice and it would start to fold at the ends after awhile.

When looking for a glass screen protector you want to make sure you look for one with good quality and affordable (keep reading for a 20% discount) as well. Since I already had a screen protector for my phone I decided to get one for my iPad which was unprotected at the time.

intelliGLASS HD

INSTALLATION EXPERIENCE

Before installing I made sure I read all the directions first. IntelliARMOR made this easy because they actually have video install instructions online to view before installing. I watched the video and I also read the instructions to make sure I was doing it right but it was pretty easy. After cleaning the screen with the alcohol wipe, the lint cloth, and the blue sticker (all included), I was ready to install the screen. It came with a little suction cup to hold the screen while I positioned it which was genius on their part. It took me a few seconds to get it straight but the bubbles came out and it looked great after install. I included a picture below of my iPad after the glass protector was installed. You can hardly tell it has anything on it. I love the look and feel of it.

IntelliARMOR IntelliGLASS Review

WANT ONE?

If you are looking to protect your device and want to give IntelliGLASS a try you can get 20% off coupon using coupon code: INTELLI20 at http://www.intelliarmor.com.

MORE ON INTELLIGLASS

IntelliGLASS is an ultra high clarity outer shield that will protect your screen from scratches and drops.

SUPER THIN – Get complete protection with the world’s thinnest real glass screen protector. Super-slim glass screen preserves the original aesthetic of your device.
ULTRA CLEAR – View bright, crisp colors with maximum transparency and enjoy full touch sensitivity.
EXCEPTIONALLY STRONG – Specially crafted to deliver maximum scratch resistance and defend against even the hardest bumps and knocks. intelliGLASS is designed to have better scratch resistance than steel.
OLEOPHOBIC COATING – Say no to smudges and fingerprints. intelliGLASS sports a specially formulated oleophobic coating that resists all signs of contact with your finger.
EFFORTLESS INSTALLATION – Forget trial-and-error installations. With advanced silicone adhesion technology, you’ll get it on perfectly the first time! And if it doesn’t, all our products are backed by our world-class customer support.

What are you using to protect your device?

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Filed Under: Product Reviews Tagged With: glass screen protector, IntelliARMOR, IntelliARMOR IntelliGLASS Apple iPad Screen Protector Review, intelliGLASS, iPad Screen Protector, Iphone screen protector review

Save with Doctor On Demand

May 5, 2016 By Kari Cullen 5 Comments

This post was sponsored by Doctor On Demand as part of a Blog Blast Activation for Influence Central

Save on your Doctor On Demand Visit

I watch a lot of Dr. Phil, and I always hear him mention Doctor On Demand, so I was excited to check it out for myself. If you haven’t heard of Doctor On Demand, then you are going to be impressed. It is an innovative new app that allows you to do video visits with board-certified physicians and psychiatrists, and doctorate-level psychologists via your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Now there really is an app for everything!

How does it work?

Just download the FREE app on your smartphone, list your symptoms and then you will get connected to the right doctor that can help you with those symptoms. In a world of Facetime, this should be very comfortable for many of us, and you don’t have to leave your bed! This app can save you time and money and takes the stress away from wondering if you should go to the ER or not. I know that I hate making a doctors appointment and taking time off work to go, so this is super convenient and easy to do.

Check out Doctor On Demand and Save $10

I think this app works great for parents and caregivers as well because you can connect to Doctor On Demand and determine whether you should bring your child or parent in or just have a prescription written right there and then.

Doctor On Demand Coupon Code

Some facts about Doctor On Demand:

  • Visits are $40 or less, and Doctor On Demand is now covered by many health plans. Your visit may be fully or partially covered by your health plan or employer, and you can find out your visit cost when you register.                                                                                                                                       –Plus you can get $10 off your first visit by entering code: ESAVINGS10

  • The average wait time to see a Doctor On Demand physician is just 3 minutes!
  • Doctor On Demand physicians can diagnose and treat specific conditions like allergies & asthma, acne or other skin issues, and can provide prescription refills.

I cannot say enough good things about this app, and now that I know it’s covered by most health plans, I like it even more. I think this will change healthcare and keep more of us healthy. You can find out more about Doctor On Demand at their website, on Facebook, and on Twitter.

Let me know in the comments what you think of this app? Would you use it? Don’t forget to use your $10 Off code: ESAVINGS10  if you do! Feel free to share this post with your friends by using the share buttons above and below this post. 

Doctor On Demand

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Filed Under: Money Saving Tips, Product Reviews Tagged With: Doctor On Demand, Doctor On Demand Coupon Code, Doctor On Demand Review

Protecting Baby’s Skin with Dreft #DreftSpring

May 4, 2016 By Kari Cullen 9 Comments

This post and giveaway were made possible by iConnect and Dreft. I was compensated for my participation in this campaign, but all opinions are 100% mine.

Dreft Detergent is Hypoallergenic and safe for babies skin.

Spring is here! While I love the Spring, it does mean more exposure to allergens and the sun for parents and their babies. This is why it is important to keep both our skin and our babies skin protected during these months.

I wanted to share with you some great tips on protecting your baby’s skin brought to you by Dreft and Dr. Dyan Hes, who is the Medical Director of Gramercy Pediatrics. She was named one of New York’s Top Doctors of 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 by Castle and Connolly so she really knows her stuff! Plus keep reading to learn how you can attend an informative Twitter party and enter to win a Dreft Prize pack below as well!

Tips on Protecting Baby's skin with dreft Detergent

Dr. Hes Tips: Protecting Baby’s Sensitive Skin during Spring Allergy Season

1. Shade the sun: The long-awaited spring season means increased outdoor time for parents and
their babies. When heading outside, don’t forget to practice appropriate baby skin safety.

–For babies 6 months or older. If your baby is 6 months or older, liberally use sunscreen.
Also, avoid exposing your baby to the sun during peak hours — generally 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — and dress your baby in protective clothing, a hat with a brim and sunglasses.

–For babies younger than 6 months. If your baby is younger than 6 months, keep him or
her out of direct sunlight. Protect your baby from sun exposure by dressing him or her in protective clothing, a hat with a brim and sunglasses.

2. Make bath-time beneficial: Over exposure to water can actually rob skin of natural moisture.
Scaling back on tub time will help avoid resulting itch — about 10 minutes is plenty of time for water play and a quick scrub. Use warm water (vs. hot) and leave the suds to the very end. Use a mild cleanser to keep skin soft and itch-free. Gently pat skin dry and end with an after-bath moisturizer to seal in moisture and protect baby’s soft skin.

3. Choose the right fabrics and care for them properly: When it comes to fabrics, it’s extremely important to seek out gentle and hypoallergenic items to care for the items that touch baby’s sensitive skin. It’s also essential that fabrics be cared for properly. Wash baby’s items with a specially-formulated product such as Dreft, the #1 baby laundry detergent choice of pediatricians to be gentle and hypoallergenic on baby’s skin. Trusted for over 80 years, Dreft comes with a babyhood scent beloved by moms, and it remains safe and hypoallergenic for baby.

These are some great tips and you can learn a whole lot more when you join @Dreft on May 9th from 9-10pmEST as they host a Twitter Party with pediatrician and mom, Dr. Dyan Hes. Dr. Hes will be sharing her tips to ensure your baby is protected and comfortable during the spring allergy season. You can RSVP for the Twitter party at this link: bit.ly/1RMCLle Hope to see you there!

Enter to Win a Dreft Prize Pack below!

I was happy to receive a Dreft Hypoallergenic Package from Dreft (keep reading for your chance to win the same package)! I have always wanted to try out Dreft as I have sensitive skin myself. I know exactly what it is like to be irritated by products like detergents. I always buy free and clear detergent and while they are hypoallergenic they do not always have the nicest scents like traditional laundry detergent. I was happy to learn that while Dreft is hypoallergenic and safe; it contains a perfume that is specially designed with low allergenic ingredients that have been proven to be gentle on baby’s sensitive skin. It smells really nice and you can add the Dreft Blissfuls Scent booster to give your clothes a lasting fresh scent.

Protect Your baby's Skin with Dreft. Enter to win a Dreft Prize Pack!

Ready to win? Enter below to win a Dreft Hypoallergenic Package (ARV $60) which will include:

  • Dreft product (Newborn, Active Baby, & Blissfuls)
  • Gender neutral hypoallergenic blanket

I received the same package and love it! the blanket is so soft and the products smell super nice. Good Luck! I will choose a random winner by May 12, 2016. Prizes will be fulfilled by Dreft and not me.

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Want to learn more about Dreft? Visit their website http://dreft.com or follow them on Twitter and Facebook.

 

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Filed Under: Giveaways, Product Reviews Tagged With: Dreft Detergent, Dreft Giveaway, Giveaway

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