Automation
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5 Best Smart Home Hubs 2020
What once seemed like science fiction is now a reality: we are building smart homes. However, the more smart devices we buy, the more apps are...
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Review: GE Z Wave Smart Switch
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Amazon Alexa is now available on MicroBot Cloud!
We’ve been talking about the new, direct, integration with Amazon Alexa for some time and you were waiting for it eagerly. Now, we’re delighted...
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Smart Door Lock Troubleshooting
What are the switches and colors for my kwicket / weiser Smart Door Lock ? Switch: 1 = Door lock status LED blinks every 6 seconds 2 =...
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Ring Wired vs. Ring Pro: Which Doorbell is the Right Choice For Your Home?
Today I want to clear up some confusion surrounding Ring wired and Ring Pro . People keep asking the question what the difference...
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BAM 208: Fundamentals of Dampers and Economizers
In this episode, we discuss dampers and economizers. You will learn what dampers and economizers are, why they are used, and how to control...
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The Best Mesh WiFi Systems On Amazon In 2020 (Comprehensive Guide)
Downstairs, where my router is located, I have excellent 2.4GHz and 5GHz WiFi coverage. Everything works great; the smart TV, my SmartThings hub...
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Costs to Be Aware of Before Moving House
Moving home costs more than the mortgage price and bills... it involves many more financial bills than you might anticipate. The post Costs...
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Best Biometric Gun Safe Review [BUYING GUIDE for 2020]
Whether you own a gun for sport or home defense, keeping it secured at home is a big responsibility. As much as possible, our guns should be...
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How to Get Better WiFi Signal at Home
It’s powerful. It’s essential. No one’s ever totally clear on what their password is. That’s right, we’re talking about WiFi! While some of us...
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Johnson Controls Releases 700 Series Microprocessor-Based Conventional Fire Detectors
MILWAUKEE — Johnson Controls announces the launch of the 700 Series Conventional Fire Detectors, the company’s first microprocessor-based...
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4 Surprising Ways Smart Home Security Can Stop the Spread of Germs
You can stop germs from spreading around your home by reducing the number of objects you touch. You’re probably thinking this sounds easier said...
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Minimal MQTT with Micropython
I have been meaning to play around with MQTT for some time now, and finally decided to take the plunge one evening last week. I had three...
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Community Highlights: 11th edition
The 11th edition of the Home Assistant Community Highlights! Some interesting things popped up around our community, we thought was worth...
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How to Make Your Home More Stylish
People are spending more time in their homes than ever before and are finding that they could use a little updating. The post How to Make...
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For Our Favorites: A Valentine to our Monitoring Center Protection Specialists
One of the best parts of belonging to Team Guardian? Just when you think your teammates can’t make you any prouder, we have a year like 2020, and...