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? Alexa VS Echo? At the most basic level of explanation, Alexa is the software that operates […]
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 capabilities. Luckily though, you can get Alexa on Windows 10 and it does just about everything Amazon Echo can do. Let’s dig into how […]
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 […]
In order to clearly answer the question of whether you can use Google Home without WiFi or Internet, we need to make sure that a couple of basics are clearly outlined first. You should understand the difference between Google Assistant and Google Home and know that we won’t be using “WiFi” and “Internet” as synonymous […]
Having Google Home connected to your TV is going to come in handy at some point I assure you. Whether you’re too lazy to walk over from across the room to grab the remote, you’re showing off for your friends or the remote is buried in the couch, there will come a time. You actually […]
A penny saved is a penny earned” as the saying goes. Most people aren’t tricking their home out with smart lights in an effort to save money, but nobody wants to throw money away. There’s also the environmental factor to consider. If you’re like me you’ve probably wondered, “do smart lights use electricity when turned […]