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Alexa and Spotify Connect: Smart Streaming With Echo Devices
You probably know by now that Echo smart speakers are powered by Alexa, Amazon’s reigning digital voice assistant. Take that and add Spotify, the dominant service for digital audio streaming, and the result is nothing short of luxurious. Whether your goal is to play your favorite Spotify playlist through a single Echo smart speaker or…
Can You Use A TV As A Computer Monitor? | Here’s What You Should Know
As a child, I couldn’t for the life of me figure out why computer monitors weren’t used interchangeably with TVs. After all, they do basically the same thing, right? To me, I thought the television and the computer should be all part of the same system. Now, this was back when households usually only had…
Setting Up 2 WiFi Networks In One House | Router Configurations
Setting up 2 WiFi networks in one house can be beneficial in several scenarios. You may want to extend your WiFi range or limit access to certain parts of your network, for instance. Are these WiFi configurations possible, and will they cause any problems with your home network or internet connection? It is not only…
How To Connect Your Chromecast To WiFi – Complete Guide
The WiFi network in your home is a critical component for the correct functioning of your Chromecast With Google TV device. Without this connection, your Chromecast will not be able to connect to the internet or to any other casting device on your home network. I will guide you through the steps to connect your…
Could Not Communicate With Your Chromecast | Troublshooting Guide
The Google Chromecast device works seamlessly and effectively in most cases, but occasionally you may experience some issues connecting your mobile devices to your Chromecast. These issues can be frustrating since there is not much in the way of troubleshooting in the manual. Sometimes you may get an error message on your phone that says…
Amazon Fire Stick – What Is It and How Does It Work?
The number of people streaming movies and TV shows is quickly surpassing the number of cable and network television users – and for good reason. In large part due to devices like Amazon’s Fire Stick being so affordable and versatile. If you haven’t made the leap to streaming, you might be asking yourself: “What exactly…
Apple TV+ On Firestick – Streaming On Fire TV
Did you know that you don’t need an Apple TV device to watch Apple TV+? You can actually watch Apple’s streaming service on many types of devices. In this article, we’ll be covering how to watch Apple TV on Firestick. Apple TV+ is one of the leading subscription-based streaming services, alongside names like Netflix and…
WELOCK Smart Lock Review – The PCB10KEY34
Financial compensation was not received for this post. A sample product was, however, gifted by WELOCK for the purpose of this review. Opinions expressed here are my own. Pros Cons ✔ Quick and easy install✔ Unique design✔ Optional hub allows you to unlock from anywhere ➖ Hard to understand instructions➖ Doesn’t properly fit door Key…
The Narwal T10 Robotic Mop & Vacuum – A Complete Review
Financial compensation was not received for this post. A sample product was, however, gifted by Narwal for the purpose of this review. Opinions expressed here are my own. Pros Cons ✔ Among the best in robotic mopping ✔ Automated scheduling for cleaning ✔ Very Quiet ➖ Not built for carpet ➖ Can only use it…
How To Watch TV On Echo Show – Everything You Need To Know
The Echo Show is an excellent smart display and smart home companion. Not only is it a great tool though, but it’s also a small entertainment powerhouse. Yeah, that’s right – you can even watch TV on Amazon’s Echo Show. Alexa has come a long way from her original conception, as has her hardware sibling…
How Does Alexa Turn On Lights – Smart Lighting Explained
Smart home technology is becoming more popular every day as people are looking for new ways of making their lives easier. The entry point into smart homes is often simply just learning to control your lighting with a smart speaker. This can easily be done with Alexa through an Amazon Echo device. In this guide,…
2021 Smart Home Holiday Gift Guide
Holiday shopping can be stressful enough without having to worry about finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Luckily, there are plenty of smart home gadgets and tech products that won’t break the bank. Whether you’re looking for a new smart display, a video doorbell, or even a smart pet feeder, these smart…