On a recent Internet of Things podcast episode, we took a voicemail question on our hotline. He correctly notes that Samsung has shut down its SmartThings Cloud service, requiring device makers to use alternative services, such as AWS or Azure. That … [Read more...]
When is Apple HomeKit going to fix its broken Matter experience?
This should be an exciting time. Officially certified Matter devices are arriving and becoming available. So the promise of simple device onboarding and support for multiple smart home ecosystems is here, right? Not so much if you're an Apple HomeKit … [Read more...]
Why is the browser a second-class citizen in smart homes?
As we've added more connected devices to our homes and more connectivity to cars, we’ve become locked into the app economy. What the heck ever happened to the good ol’ web? I recently asked myself that question as I was testing a de-Googled … [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...]
How to name your smart home devices in the age of Matter
Now that the official Matter rollout has come and gone, more and more new devices will start to support the multiplatform standard. So too will some older smart home products, with software upgrades. If you were a bit casual or cute with your … [Read more...]
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