Do Philips Hue Bulbs Burn Out? (How Hot Do They Get?)
How do you illuminate your home? Incandescent light bulbs are too wasteful, giving off so much energy in the form...
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How To Get Notified When Your Smart Plug Goes Offline
Smart plugs are one of the best additions to smart ecosystems everywhere. Not only do these bring basic smart features...
Can I Use Amazon Smart Plug Without Alexa or an Echo?
With the introduction of the smart plug, came a new convenience that has even further enhanced the functionality of today’s...
Ring Camera and Doorbell FPS (Frame Per Second) – Why It Matters
Our Ring cameras and Ring doorbells are vital parts of our home security. So it stands to reason that when...
Philips Hue Bridge: How To Circumvent The 50 Bulb Limit
The Philips Hue Bridge (or the Starter Kits, which ship with a Bridge) are fairly clear about a seemingly unimportant...
Why Is My Echo Auto Failing To Respond To My Commands? [SOLVED]
The Echo Auto is designed to bring the power of Alexa into your car, syncing with your smartphone and making...
Can Eufy Cameras Detect Animals & Pets (Or Just Humans)?
It is no surprise that most homeowners want assurances about keeping an eye on their fur babies, even when out...
12 Awesome (And Easy) Ways To Achieve Home Automation
Home automation can be achieved in a range of ways. With so much smart tech available nowadays, you can pretty...
Using Smart Plugs To Turn Your Internet (WiFi Router) Off & On
One of the benefits of smart plugs that I've recommended a few times is the ability to turn the internet...
Does SwitchBot Require a Subscription?
SwitchBot devices can make life much easier when automating your home and the brand has proven to be one of...