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What you need to know when choosing a smart electrical panel

May 2, 2023 by Kevin C. Tofel

On a recent Internet of Things Podcast, we took a voicemail from Shane on our podcast hotline. Shane has to replace the electrical panel in his home and thinking about going with a smart electrical panel. He notes that we've recommended the Sense … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, How-To Tagged With: electrical panels, energy management, energy monitoring, ge, LeGrand, Leviton, Lutron, Schneider Electric, smart outlets, smart switches, TP-Link, WeMo

Need a smart switch without a neutral wire? Here are some options.

March 25, 2023 by Kevin C. Tofel

On a recent Internet of Things Podcast, we took a voicemail from our podcast hotline asking about replacing an old X10 switch. The caller said the X10 switch isn't working with new LED bulbs due to the lower voltage and he needs a replacement switch. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, How-To Tagged With: CAO Gadgets, Enbrighten, Leviton, Lutron, neutral wire, smart home, smart lighting, smart switches, X10

How use both Hue bulbs and Lutron switches in your smart home

June 22, 2022 by Kevin C. Tofel

On our latest IoT Podcast episode, we take a question that Tommy left on our IoT Voicemail Hotline. Tommy is looking for a new house and he has “a ton of smart home stuff” including Philips Hue lights, other bulbs and more. He wants to know what … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, How-To Tagged With: DIY, Lutron, Philips Hue, smart bulbs, smart home, smart switches

Don’t be afraid to DIY

June 15, 2022 by Kevin C. Tofel

After years of playing around with my smart home I've become much more confident and competent when it comes to tackling all kinds of do-it-yourself projects. And given how difficult it can be to get service people to homes and how many people feel … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, How-To Tagged With: capacitors, DIY, electrical wiring, smart home, smart switches, smart thermostat

Moving away from your smart home? Here’s what you should do

June 12, 2022 by Kevin C. Tofel

On our latest IoT Podcast episode, we take a question that Joel left on our IoT Voicemail Hotline. Joel is moving and he's leaving behind his smart thermostat, a video doorbell, some sensors, and a water controller. He wants to know the best way to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Featured, How-To Tagged With: hubs, sensors, smart home, smart switches, smart thermostat, video doorbell

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