The Ecobee Smart thermostat is a great device to have controlling your HVAC system, but as we all have experienced sometime in our life, technology doesn’t always work the way we want it to. One of those situations I ran into recently was when Ecobee wasn’t turning on the Fan to the HVAC system. If …
LG smart TVs are one of the most common television sets in households around the globe. LG TVs are easy to use right out of the box, made by a world class company, and use the most advanced technology in the world. That said, when it comes to their operating system, there can be some …
Have you ever been out shopping in a store or eating in a restaurant, and noticed the big lockboxes they often use to keep people “locked out” from changing settings? Perhaps it got you thinking about how you could lock your smart thermostat at home. Specifically, your Ecobee smart thermostat? Can You Lock Your Ecobee …
Smart switches are beginning to replace older light switches in many homes. I’ve already replaced several in my own house. If you have an older house that doesn’t have a ground, you are probably wondering if it’s okay to install a smart switch without grounding it. Smart switches will work without using a ground wire. …
Renters are often put in the predicament of wanting to upgrade where they live, but not breaking their lease agreement. Renters are often stuck with the amenities that came with the apartment when the contract was signed. These devices, including the thermostat, are often obsolete, outdates, and waste money. Can you install a Nest thermostat …
Almost everyone has a smart TV and more and more households are adding Ring Cameras and Ring Video Doorbells as security devices to their homes. The Ring app works great on your phone, and you can instantly see who is at your door or receive motion alerts. If you’re like me, sometimes you just want …
Smart TVs dominate the market these days. It’s rare to find one without an of internet connection and a set of selected apps from their chosen app store. What do you do if you have an older TV that works perfectly fine, but want to use certain features that a Smart TV offers? One solution …
iRobot changed the smart home industry with the Roomba vacuuming robot. They continue to lead the industry, and have added on other types of robots as well, such as the Braava mopping robot. One of the things that has changed since Roomba was first released is the use of voice assistants. Have iRobot’s newer Roomba …
iRobot revolutionized the vacuum industry with the introduction of the Roomba vacuuming robot. They continue to be an innovative company, and have added more types of automated robots to their lineup, such as the Braava mopping robot. Roomba has been around a couple decades now. One of the things that has changed in that time …
Ring has emerged as one of the premier home security systems with the Ring Alarm and the Ring Protect Plus plan. Despite being one of the top home security companies, they do not have any of their own smart locks. Instead, they partnered with companies who have a solid reputation for making locks. What smart …