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...]
Smarter sensors can save on power and add new capabilities
This story was published in the Stacey on IoT newsletter on Friday June 17, 2021. The quest for more context in the smart home has driven the electronics industry to embrace new forms of sensing — think Ecobee's decision to put radar into its … [Read more...]
Podcast: Senator calls out video doorbells … again
This week's show kicks off with another look at Ring's potential to become a surveillance tool, this time prompted by a letter from Senator Ed Markey who wants Amazon to answer some questions. We then talk about a new capability for InfluxData's time … [Read more...]
Podcast: Peekaboo offers privacy for the smart home
This week's show kicks off with our favorite topic: bringing context into the smart home. This time it's iRobot and its new operating system that aims to bring the smart home together. From there we discuss a merger between satellite IoT companies … [Read more...]
Ecobee Smart Premium Thermostat: A worthy $249 upgrade for better air and comfort
The hot, humid summer in Pennsylvania is a perfect time to test a new smart thermostat. Luckily for me, the new $249.99 Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium recently launched and I’ve been using a review unit for the past week or so. Our house feels more … [Read more...]
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