On our most recent IoT Podcast, Michael called in to our voicemail hotline with a question about his under cabinet light strips. He’s looking for a switch or other option to add some smarts to them, although he’s using a set of smart LIFX light … [Read more...]
What products can help you make a home workshop smart?
On a recent IoT Podcast episode, David called in with a question that was challenging for us to answer. David has a workshop and asked us what products he should consider to make his woodworking workshop “smart”. Since neither of us has a workshop, … [Read more...]
IoT news of the week for Oct. 15, 2021
Want a Wi-Fi 6e router? That’ll be $1,500, please: The newest Netgear Orbi router mesh Wi-Fi system arrived this week and while it boasts faster wireless speeds, you’ll pay a pretty penny for them. The Orbi Quad-band Mesh WiFi 6E System costs a … [Read more...]
Meross HomeKit Dual Plug Wi-Fi review: Two great outlets in one
I'm a few weeks into my move from Google Home to Apple HomeKit and on the lookout for new smart devices. Most of my current smart outlets are old at this point. Needing a refresh, Stacey and I came across this two-outlet smart plug from … [Read more...]
Don’t overlook smart plugs for clever smart home solutions
On our most recent episode of the IoT Podcast, someone called in as a follow up to our discussion on hacking solutions with smart plugs. If you recall, I used a smart plug to help us out of a jam with our sump pump during a recent hurricane. It … [Read more...]