When most people think of a smart home, they think of automated lighting. Automating your lighting is probably the easiest …
Nest Releases 3rd Generation Thermostat
Today Nest announced their third generation thermostat. It is thinner, has a bigger screen and now displays the time when …
Rumor: New Nest Thermostat in the Making
If you believe in FCC regulatory filings, and honestly who doesn’t, then start believing that there is a new Nest …
SmartThings will work with Amazon Echo
Samsung announced yesterday (and then deleted the post) that Amazon Echo will support SmartThings. In the post entitled “Alexa, Turn …
How to Get Started with Home Automation – Part 1: Planning
Your house is likely the most expensive thing you own. It’s your shelter, your security and the place you keep …
7 Benefits of Home Automation
1. Save time on routine tasks – Tasks like vacuuming the house, mopping the floor and cleaning the pool take time. …
Smart Home vs Home Automation
You can use the terms “smart home” and “home automation” interchangeably, but there is a difference between the two. Both …