Considering the almost-$600 price tag of my eero Pro 6 mesh networking system, I found it unlikely that the $59 Vilo system would be able to compete. For just a tenth of the cost, how could this 3-pack of mesh networking gear even stand a chance? Boy … [Read more...]
IoT News of the Week for July 9, 2021
Solid-state lighting moves a bit further: Amber, a startup building solid-state silicon to control lighting, has signed a deal with Infineon to commercialize its next-generation lighting controller, Amber (which I profiled last year). Amber's … [Read more...]
How to easily migrate IoT devices on four networks to a mesh Wi-Fi router
On our most recent IoT Podcast, John called in with a Wi-Fi upgrade question. He currently has four wireless networks (regular and guests) on both 2.4 GHzand 5 GHz frequencies using a single router. He's thinking about upgrading to a Wi-Fi mesh … [Read more...]
How to extend your smart home network to the outdoors
On our most recent IoT Podcast, Ryan called into the IoT voicemail hotline with a Wi-Fi question. He lives in a condo with a detached garage and is hoping to get a better wireless signal out to where the car is. Ryan is wondering if a mesh network or … [Read more...]
Lennar teams up with Ring for the smart home 2.0
Lennar, Inc, one of the largest homebuilders in the U.S., is making it easier for homebuyers to purchase a complete smart home. Today the company announced Lennar Communities Connected by Ring, a full smart system with connectivity, a thermostat, … [Read more...]