Buying New vs. Used Smartphones: What’s the Cheaper Option?
Buying your smartphones used can save you a lot of money over buying new—or can it? We’ve done some math to see what the best route is as far as buying new vs. used smartphones.
What Kind of Smart Lights Should You Buy?
While most smart lights let you control them from your phone, by voice, or through automation, not all smart bulbs are created equal. Here are the different type of smart lights and which ones might be best for you....
How to Put Your Smarthome in Vacation Mode
When you go on vacation, there are probably a handful of things you to do to your house to prepare it for a prolonged vacancy. That list should include taking care of your smarthome devices.
How Much Should You Expect to Spend on Smarthome Devices?
Equipping your home with all sorts of smarthome products can get expensive quickly, depending on what you want. Here’s how much you can expect to spend on devices when you’re just starting out....
What Happens to Your Smarthome If the Internet Goes Down?
An internet connection can be the thing that separates a smarthome device from a dumbhome device. If the internet goes out at your place, what exactly happens to your smarthome devices? Do they turn into bricks, or are they s...
Do You Need Fast Internet Speeds for Your Smarthome Devices?
A lot of smarthome devices require an internet connection for advanced functionalities to work correctly, but does that internet connection need to be super fast? Here’s what you need to know.
Should You Buy a Smart Smoke Alarm?
If your house is already decked out with a ton of smarthome products, your next addition might be some smart smoke alarms, but are they worth buying in the first place? Here are some things to keep in mind....
What Happens to My Wi-Fi Cam If the Internet Goes Out?
Wi-Fi cameras are great for keeping yourself safe or just checking in on pets, but what happens if the Wi-Fi goes out? Does a Wi-Fi cam turn into just a…cam?
