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4K TV Upgrade – Is Now The Right Time?
Besides lights, HVAC controls, and security systems, smart homes almost always include automated entertainment systems. Whether it’s a modest “all-in-one” remote control for TV, Blu-ray player, and perhaps a game console or a fully-custom home theater that is...
Need a dog sitter? Try a voice assistant!
Do you use your TV as a dog sitter? Looking for a better solution using your Amazon Echo? We have a cute little cocker spaniel in our house who is really spoiled. When we leave the house my wife insists on leaving the TV on in the family room for him. I don’t...
Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Hub?
Behold, the smart home hub: A small plastic box that fits in the palm of your hand. A power plug on the back, along with a jack to connect an Ethernet network cable and perhaps one or two other plugs of some kind. One or two small LED lights on the front and nothing...
Who is The ‘black sheep’ of the Smart Home?
In the home automation market, some vendors are loved and adored while others are outcasts. No, I’m not referring to the continual iOS versus Android battles with the constant mudslinging and blog fights between fanboys on both sides. There are some small vendors that...
DIY HomeKit Bluetooth Mesh (Make HomeKit ‘Go the Distance’)
Apple HomeKit Devices Use Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) Where's the HomeKit Bluetooth mesh?Manufacturers have started shipping a lot more smart home products that support Apple HomeKit.This is great news for early adopters and anyone contemplating using HomeKit. None of...
“Secrets” to Saving Money When Buying Home Security Cameras
Looking for a deal or to save money on adding a home security camera system? Home security is often the #1 goal for a smart home retro-fit or upgrade. There are a huge number of IP security cameras available for sale and the differences between the products can be...