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Dimmer or switch; Switch or dimmer?
In deference to Louis Armstrong “You like dimmer and I like switch Dimmer, switch, Switch, dimmer. Let’s turn the whole thing off” That thing we use to control our lights - is it a switch or a dimmer? “Hey Robert, check out the cool smart switches I want to install”...
Slow Wi-Fi? Use this checklist to fix
My Wi-Fi and Internet is slow ”The Internet is slow” Nothing beats the words "slow Wi-Fi" for invoking fear in every work-from-home household. If you are the unlucky one tasked with keeping the Internet and Wi-Fi running smoothly, do you know what to do? There are...
Cord Cutter Quick Guide For For 2021
No, Not The Video Game You may heard the term cord cutter, but unless you are an avid tv nerd, you may not be familiar with the details. Here’s a quick introduction to help you get started. What Is A Cord-Cutter? This means discontinuing Cable TV service by...
Is a soundbar as good as a stereo receiver?
Sonos ARC Atmos surround sound immersive soundbar In a word - yes! The soundbar has come a long way from the very first Altec-Lansing model of 1998. They provided better sound than the speakers built into TV’s, but the original soundbars were passive speakers. Just a...
HomePod Mini puts HomeKit Bluetooth range within reach
The Bluetooth range conundrum Bluetooth low energy (BLE) smart home devices can make outfitting your smart home easier but they have a range problem. BLE is low power, so a small battery can power many wireless devices. Your bluetooth motion detectors, door or window...
HomeKit hub is Apple’s HomePod Mini secret
Apple HomePod Mini smart speaker with Siri and HomeKit Hub support Apple HomeKit basics Apple’s HomeKit hub smart home system, using the Apple Home app, is one of several popular solutions for controlling and automating devices in our home. HomeKit has several key...