When it comes to smart home hubs, there are two very different audiences. There are mass-market consumers that mainly want a plug-and-play type system such as a SmartThings or Wink hub. Then there are the tinkerers who want more control over their … [Read more...]
What smart switches are a good replacements for Plum Light Pads?
During the voicemail part of our IoT Podcast this week, we heard from Ed, who currently owns a number of Plum Light Pads. These smart switches aren't just nice to look at with their minimalistic design; they can monitor energy usage, don't require … [Read more...]
Which Z-Wave smart home hub is right for you?
On this week's episode of the IoT Podcast, we received a voicemail from Monty, who is just getting started with his smart home and is looking for a hub that supports Z-Wave devices. There are several options available, ranging from simple … [Read more...]
Bluetooth 5.1: The missing link for presence and context in the smart home?
There was big news out of the Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG) this week, with details on direction finding functionality available in Bluetooth 5.1. Much of the following discussion around the web focused on the use case of making it easier to … [Read more...]
How to get really bright lights for your smart home (Hint: Opt for smart switches)
This week on the 200th episode of the IoT Podcast, we received a voicemail from John who asked an interesting question we hadn't thought about before. John is looking for A19 smart bulbs that are 100W to 150W replacements so they have a higher lumen … [Read more...]
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