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...]
5 things I learned from my smart range
The connected range I purchased back in November arrived this week, and the entire experience — from researching to purchasing to connecting the appliance — taught me a lot of lessons about the future of the smart home. I ended up buying a GE … [Read more...]
Happy holidays! Here’s our 2021 gift guide!
I'm pretty sure that, for most people, 2021 isn't going to be one of fond remembrances. For Kevin and I, it has been a year of reckoning, as people continue to lose trust in technology and the companies that sell consumer gadgets. Add to that the … [Read more...]
IoT news of the week for July 16, 2021
Why I choose Android phones over Apple phones: This is a silly title, I know, but it's also accurate as this article breaks down why consumer choice is so essential in technology and how much of that choice is eroded by big companies trying to build … [Read more...]
Nanoleaf’s new lights are a Scandinavian design dream
I make no secret of my love for Nanoleaf light panels. Sure, they don't solve a problem or add convenience like much of my smart home gear. They also aren't cheap. And yet, I still want to cover my walls in them as tech-inspired wall decor. The … [Read more...]