Kevin and I are at CES 2023 this week and eager for the show floor to open to see all of the new and crazy gear. But before we see the show floor, we had to slog through the planned news and media events, which we're talking about in this week's … [Read more...]
How to give guests control of smart devices in a vacation home
On a recent Internet of Things Podcast episode, we took a question from our Voicemail hotline from Alan about the connected devices in his vacation home. Alan has Apple HomeKit devices, as well as Samsung SmartThings, in a rental property he owns and … [Read more...]
Do Wyze cameras in Google Home need a hub?
On a recent Internet of Things Podcast episode, we took a question from our Voicemail hotline about Wyze cameras and Google Wi-Fi. Our caller has the second-generation Google Nest Wi-Fi routers and is buying a new house. He plans to add a Wyze door … [Read more...]
Can you set up custom sound notifications with Alexa or other digital assistants?
On our latest IoT Podcast episode, we take a question that Keith left on our IoT Voicemail hotline. He wants to set up custom sound notifications in his smart home because he sometimes has a difficult time hearing certain things. Keith wants to be … [Read more...]
Can you control a Google Nest thermostat with Alexa? (Sort of)
On our most recent IoT Podcast episode, Michael called in to our IoT voicemail hotline with a smart home integration question. He wants to use his Alexa ecosystem to control his Google Nest thermostat. Specifically, he wants the Nest to enter "Away" … [Read more...]