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3 Reasons Why You Should Use Open Source Home Automation
Posted on 20th Sep 2020 22:34:09 in General, Smart
With so many different plug and play options, why would anyone want to put with all the extra effort required with an open-source home automation controller? Well, one reason is that you can customize it however you like. Another is the ability to see precisely what the software is doing, relieving any privacy concerns. Here we're going to look into some of the reasons you might want to use an open-source home automation system and some of the reasons you might want to pass on it.
How to Pick a Smart Hub In Under 5 Minutes Using HubFinder
Posted on 10th Sep 2020 03:00:25 in General, Smart
Picking a smart hub can be difficult, with so many options, different protocols, and brands, how can you possibly choose? It is for this reason that we have built a tool to assist in deciding which hub is right for you based on a variety of factors that we will discuss in this post. Check out HubFinder using the tools menu at the top of your browser today! Learn all about the factors used to pick a hub here.
Why is Smart Lighting so Insanely Expensive?
Posted on 4th Sep 2020 19:34:26 in General, Smart
Many will agree that smart lighting is super convenient, but many will also ask why it is so expensive. The short answer is that it's not! While there are plenty of outrageously priced smart lighting devices out there, there are also many very affordable ways to implement it. First, we'll take a look at why smart bulbs are expensive in the first place and then we will check out various much cheaper alternatives.
Can you Effectively use Z-Wave Devices Without a Hub?
Posted on 3rd Sep 2020 04:49:33 in General
Z-Wave devices are robust and remarkable to use in countless situations. One question that might come up is if the use of a Hub is necessary to use Z-Wave devices. Indeed it would be fascinating to be able to have two or more devices communicate with each other directly without the need for extra components. The protocol specifications say that devices can communicate with each other directly, so it should be possible, right?
When Should you Really Use a Smart Hub?
Posted on 31st Aug 2020 19:42:53 in General, Smart
On this site, we talk a lot about building your own smart devices and other DIY technologies of the like, but when should you use a smart hub and what are the benefits? To find out, we're going to look at some of the benefits a smart hub can bring compared to using standalone devices along with some of the disadvantages you might discover with them.
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