Although I settled on Apple HomeKit to run my smart home back in 2021, I have tried most of the major smart home platforms. And in 2020, one of those was Home Assistant, the free, open-source software that integrates with thousands of devices and … [Read more...]
Is it time to upgrade that smart home router?
On a recent Internet of Things Podcast, we took a voicemail from Keith about his smart home router. He's been adding and removing hubs, switches, bulbs and security devices from his wireless networks over the years. Keith wants to know if he should … [Read more...]
Fixing Philips Hue, motion sensor and Alexa automation woes
On a recent Internet of Things Podcast episode, we took a call from our Internet of Things voicemail hotline segment with a question about Philips Hue bulbs and a motion sensor. Max called in explaining that his Philips Hue bulb automations don't … [Read more...]
Surprise: Samsung is making SmartThings hardware again!
One never knows what to expect at the Consumer Electronics Show. And so far, the biggest surprise is news of the Samsung SmartThings Station, a smart home hub with Matter support and a programmable button. Just for kicks, the SmartThings Station is … [Read more...]
HomeKit how to: Best practices to automate your smart home
I’m now well over a year into my use of HomeKit as the primary ecosystem for my smart home, and while I don’t regret the transition, I still occasionally use and test devices for other platforms. These last 16 months have taught me quite a bit about … [Read more...]
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