GoControl’s Smart Light Bulb
For the last few weeks, I’ve been researching different kinds of smart light bulbs. I have specs on everything from Philips Hue, to TP-Link, to GoControl. Do they integrate with SmartThings or Amazon Echo? Do...
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Ecobee vs Nest – Which one is right for you?
Have you been thinking about getting a smart thermostat? For many people, this is their first smart home device. It makes sense. You, like many others, probably still have the original thermostat that came...
My Favorite Amazon Echo Features
I’ve read a lot of stories of people who have picked up an Amazon Echo or Echo Dot and have no idea what to do with it. What is it capable of? What are...
Smart Light Switch Options
There are a lot of smart light switch options out there. When I was trying to find the right one for us, I came across many good switches. At first, I wanted wifi only, but...
Best Smart Garage Door Opener Options
How many times have you driven away from your garage wondering if you shut the door? Fortunately for us (I am just as guilty), there are many different options out there to help. All...
Smart Home Security Options
I’ve been spending a lot of time researching my smart home security options. I wanted something that I could maintain myself and something that could still send me alerts. I already have my Samsung...
How To Set Up the GE Outdoor Smart Switch with Samsung SmartThings and Amazon Echo
My backyard has a bunch of string lights that surround it. In order to turn them on and off, I have to reach up and take a plug in and out. This is a...
How To Set Up the Belkin WeMo Light Switch with Amazon Echo and SmartThings
If you’ve read my previous articles, you’ll know that I’m a big fan of the Belkin WeMo line of wifi smart devices. They’re simple to set up and they work well. The Belkin WeMo Light Switch is fortunately...
How To Set Up the GE Smart Switch with Samsung SmartThings and Amazon Echo
Here is what we are going to be working with. A GE Z-Wave In-Wall Smart Switch. The thing I like about these switches is they look right at home. No fancy LED on the front....
