During a long trail walk this weekend, my wife asked me, "What's new in the smart home these days?" I took at least 20 steps in silence before answering her, saying, "Not much, to be honest. It's kind of... boring." Oh, I know that Matter will soon … [Read more...]
When will our smart homes have true occupancy sensors?
On our latest IoT Podcast episode, we take a question that Gregg left on our IoT Voicemail Hotline. Gregg uses Apple HomeKit and is looking for occupancy sensors, which he correctly says are not the same as motion sensors. Unfortunately, we’re right … [Read more...]
Why messaging and texting over LoRa networks isn’t likely to happen
On our latest IoT Podcast episode, we take a question that Adam left on our IoT Voicemail hotline. Adam was thinking that the wireless spectrum used by Amazon Sidewalk and other decentralized LoRaWAN networks might be useful for communications. … [Read more...]
Wyze Gun Safe review: Bluetooth doesn’t really add that much value
I've been testing the new Wyze Gun Safe since a review unit arrived late last month. Although I generally like most Wyze products, this one seems underwhelming. While I'm sure it would keep any firearms in the home as safe as any competing, … [Read more...]
Do Level locks or the Level Keypad work with Apple Home Key?
On our most recent IoT Podcast, Billy called in with a HomeKit question. He has a Level Bolt lock and is interested in the recently released Level Keypad. Billy wants to know if the Level Keypad might be able to use Apple’s Home Key technology that … [Read more...]
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