Christmas is always a special time, and this year I decided to decorate my house with a Christmas tree featuring ornaments from our 20-year travel collection. It’s such a meaningful way to celebrate the season! My wife and I put it together, and it’s been a hit with everyone who’s visited. If anyone else has done something similar, I’d love to hear about it!
On another note, I’ve been working on improving my smart home setup. I recently upgraded my Arlo cameras to the Pro 3 models, and the difference in video quality and connectivity has been amazing. The upgrade was worth it, especially for the garage camera which had been giving us trouble. I’d recommend checking out the compatibility chart if you’re considering a similar upgrade.
I also wanted to share a tip for anyone dealing with time zone issues on their smart home devices. After some research, I found that setting the correct time zone in the device settings ensures that notifications and logs are accurate. It’s a small fix, but it makes a big difference!
Lastly, I recently received a beautiful set of Govee birthday lights, and they’ve added so much joy to my home. If you’re looking for a festive touch, I highly recommend them!
Happy Holidays and happy smart home tinkering! 
