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Z-Wave and Zigbee Hub + High Performance Router = Securifi Almond+
Tired of weak WiFi signal in your home? The Securifi Almond+ aims to resolve that problem, give you a major speed boost, and consolidate your home automation functions in a …
GE Z-Wave Outlet Review
Want to automate a lamp or small appliance and don’t like the look of a big plug sticking out of your wall? An in-wall switch requires some extra effort for …
Home Automation Without the Cloud – Offline Home Automation Systems
Looking for home automation without the cloud? Don’t want connectivity issues bringing your smart home to its knees? Stick around as I review the best options for a cloud-free smart …
Stack Lighting: Smart Lighting for Your Home and Office
When new products hit the market, it can be an exciting time to discover how they can be beneficial for your home, especially products that promise to make life better …
Who Makes the Best Wink Motion Sensors?
Do you want to incorporate motion detectors with your smart devices? Do you want to automate, for example, the lights in your dining room to turn on when someone is …
Open Source Home Automation Software (Actually Worth Using! ?)
Looking for the best open source home automation software that’s both simple and capable? In this post, we’ll share our top list. Here’s what we’ll cover: What is home automation …
Best Robot Vacuum and Mop of 2020: Automate Your Cleaning
Need a helping hand to cut the chores at home? For busy professionals, having a robot cleaner at home frees you from the hours of cleaning which you could have …
Best of the Web: Home Automation System Reviews (Updated for 2020)
I hate looking for reviews and reading a page just to realize the person didn’t even have their hands on the product. Or, that they’re trying to sell me something …
Staples Connect Hub Review: A Search for the Best Smart Home Hub
The new Staples Connect D-Link hub was released in late 2014 and given the previous praises of the Staples home automation system, we thought it would be a good candidate …
Google Home Vs Amazon Echo: Which is the Best Personal Digital Assistant?
Trying to decide on the victor in the newly-released Google Home vs Amazon Echo? It’s hard to cut through the marketing and know which personal digital assistant will work best …
5 Best Smart Home Gadgets for Saving Money
Home automation tech is fun because it makes your life easier. But, it can also save you some money too. Many times, your investment can pay for itself in just …
How To Hook Up Your Driveway Gate To Your Home Automation System
Would you like it if your driveway gate automatically knew you were home and opened as you pulled in? Want to let a visitor in by talking to your Amazon …
How to Make Your Own Z-Wave Outdoor Door Sensor
Not having any luck finding a Z-wave outdoor door sensor for a gate or pool area? No worries! It will require venturing outside of warranty coverage (oh my!) and may …
Review: Best Bluetooth Temperature Sensors of 2020
If you’ve been reading along, you know I’m a fan of technology that just works without extra hassle. And, to that end, I’m becoming a believer in Bluetooth solutions because …