When used the right way, Alexa Routines allow you to take your smart home to the next level. Combining Alexa Skills with specific trigger events can strategically integrate seamless automation into your daily life. The surge of Amazon Alexa devices in American households and workplaces, since its release in 2015, makes it one of the […]
Fitbit is undeniably one of the biggest names in the wearable smart technology field, aimed primarily at promoting a healthier lifestyle. At the very least, you know it’s capable of tracking steps (because we hear everyone talking about their daily number), but what about using a Fitbit for cycling? Whether you’re new to their products, […]
The home security market is filled with devices designed to give you peace of mind when you’re away from home. Ring is a big name in the industry when we’re talking about smart home monitoring. So, what is Ring Cam exactly? Ring Cams are cost-effective, motion-activated security cameras designed for easy installation and maintenance. They […]
So, it’s time to install some smart cameras outside and we have to make sure they can withstand the bad weather. Ring Cams are great, but which ones are waterproof? In this article we’ll be discussing similarities and differences of the Ring Spotlight Cam and the Floodlight Cam, the their weatherproofing, and other details such […]
Is Apple HomeKit compatible with Nest? Can I use my iOS device to control my Nest smart thermostat? What about my other nest devices? These are all good questions, so we’re going to cover all that and everything in between. Does Apple HomeKit work with Nest smart devices? If the question is whether Nest smart […]
We aspire to be the top smart home blog online, but we certainly can’t cover everything. There are some great resources out there that you guys should be aware of if you’re into smart home automation. Smart home and home automation have been the major buzzwords in recent years, and suddenly everybody is seemingly talking […]
Amazon Alexa is a voice-controlled assistant that has the ability to turn words into action. It enables you to search voice-configured queries, play music, solve math problems, read the news, and control various devices in your home. Let us discuss how you can customize Alexa settings and transform your humble abode into a smart home. […]
The first time you search for an Alexa to purchase, it can be a little confusing. “Am I buying an Alexa or an Echo? What’s the difference?” Technically, you’re not actually buying an Alexa. So, what is the difference between Alexa and Echo? Alexa is the software that operates your Echo, which is the hardware. […]
Using Alexa On Windows 10 has become much more useful since Amazon’s hands-free update. Now, your PC is fully integrated into your smart home. Windows users are at least somewhat familiar with Cortana, Microsoft’s built-in voice assistant, but it’s kind of obsolete when up against Amazon’s Alexa. Most PC users seldom take advantage of its […]
Smart TVs have evolved in much the same way as smartphones. We use to have flip-phones that didn’t really do much by today’s standards. You could call and text, but that was about it. Just as nearly all phones produced now are smartphones, most TV’s manufactured today are smart TVs. What kind of TV do […]