4 things to never plug into a smart plug
Smart plugs can be a real advantage for any home. Being able to automate a part of your life can […]
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I added a $40 keypad to my garage and it’s the smartest upgrade I’ve made
For years, I dealt with the same garage access headaches everyone faces. Lost remotes wedged between car seats and broken
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I solved my smart bulb issues without changing a single bulb
Three years ago, I installed Philips Hue recessed downlights throughout my home. They looked great, the colors impressed visitors, and
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These cheap gadgets are all you need to start turning your home into a smart one
People assume smart homes cost a fortune and require some kind of tech wizard to set up. I was in
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Amazon’s new Alexa+ early access is much better than I expected
I didn’t expect much when Amazon announced Alexa+ earlier this year. My Echo devices have been giving me robotic, stilted
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This one Alexa routine shaved my energy bill by 10%
I watched my energy bills climb month after month. My son’s bedroom turned into a sauna every afternoon, while the
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6 Alexa routines that protect your home
My neighborhood’s pretty safe. Crime isn’t really a thing here. But I’m still not leaving my front porch open season
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Adding in-wall USB outlets was the best upgrade I’ve made
Charger hunting became my least favorite daily ritual. I’d open drawers looking for cables—plenty of those—but the wall adapters are
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A smart plug is the most useful smart home device I own
Smart home gear always seemed like something you’d spend a fortune on and then waste a weekend trying to set
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