On our most recent IoT Podcast, Derrick called in with a question about retiring smart home devices. He's wondering how we dispose of ours since we do go through more connected products than most people. Derrick wants to replace his current Ring … [Read more...]
Blockchain 101: How distributed trusted data can boost the IoT
Over the past year or two, we’ve talked about blockchain in combination with the Internet of Things numerous times. But to really understand how the blockchain can help improve device security and the IoT experience, you first have to understand what … [Read more...]
Smart home tip: Don’t get “cute” when naming your devices
On our most recent IoT Podcast episode, Brent called in to our voicemail hotline asking how to name devices in the smart home. Brent decided to call one of his lights "mushroom" (maybe it's a Super Mario Bros. themed room?) and his digital assistant … [Read more...]
The number of new Wyze products has a negative impact on software updates
On our most recent IoT Podcast episode, Keith called in to our IoT Voicemail hotline with an observation and a question about Wyze's connected products. Keith feels that with so many new Wyze products hitting the market, the company can't keep up … [Read more...]
Should your smart home have its own email address?
On our most recent IoT Podcast, Ted reached out to us via email and asked about email addresses for smart homes. He’s wondering if his Google-based home should have its own email address for linking to smart home hubs, speakers, and devices. This is … [Read more...]