Now that I’ve set up and configured a Raspberry Pi to run the open-source Home Assistant software, I decided to take a closer look at the device integrations and remote access of the system. Since this is a DIY solution, you don’t just get remote … [Read more...]
A second look at Samsung SmartThings was worth it
After reviewing the $279.99 Samsung SmartThings WiFi gear last month, I noted that I planned to also use the integrated SmartThings Hub functionality. I’ve done that, having removed all of my smart devices from my old Wink Hub 2, mainly because I’ve … [Read more...]
From lasers to laundry: How three guys built SmartDry
David Bambrick kept shrinking his shirts. It was a small annoyance, and one that had nothing to do with his job making laser components that were later sold to clients including various law enforcement agencies (they used lasers as an alternative to … [Read more...]
Samsung SmartThings Wifi: Easy setup with intelligent, fast mesh networking
A few weeks back, I wrote about the decision to retire my Wink Hub. At the time I figured I'd just plug the Samsung SmartThings Link USB stick I previously bought into my Nvidia Shield TV, which turns that set-top box into a SmartThings Hub. But word … [Read more...]
IoT gifts that don’t suck
This year, I wanted to avoid giving IoT gifts, partly because I hadn't tested as many products as I normally do and partly because I think everyone is pretty turned off by the potential for security risks and privacy encroachments. I have seen at … [Read more...]
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