Do Wi-Fi Smart Plugs Work When the Internet is Down? Here’s What Happens A common question when you are starting to build your smart home is, Will Wi-Fi plugs work when the internet is down? The answer is kind-of, Wi-Fi plugs depend on a link to the cloud via you home or office’s internet connection. If that link is broken … Read More
Top 10 Smart Home Products from CES 2019
2019 was another exciting year at CES. Some products we’ve seen in the past like the LG roll-up TV are finally ready from production and other brand-new products were on display. There were self-driving taxi’s taking people around Vegas (click here to see a video of one) and more TVs and video door bells than you could count. In this … Read More
Valet Charging Station Organizer for Cell Phones and Tablets
Are you tired of the rat’s nest of cables and wires, or maybe you have chargers spread all over your house and want to consolidate them to one place? In either case a cell phone charging valet is what you need to organize and charge your cell phone and other devices. There are thousands of options for charging multiple devices … Read More
Smart Lock for Outdoor Gate [works with Alexa]
If you’re looking for a smart lock that you can control with Alexa (or Google Assistant) for a driveway, fence or pool gate you are in the right place. This solution is great for anywhere you want to restrict access, but also want voice and remote control. This Smart Gate Lock System is perfect for a variety of applications where … Read More
WiFi Controlled Christmas Lights with Alexa or Google Home
The answer is YES and it’s not that hard to do. You only need a couple of things and your Christmas lights will be turning on and off at the sound of your voice (or on a schedule if you prefer). I setup my outside lights using the TP-Link HS100 WiFi Smart Plugs and Amazon Alexa. I picked up a … Read More
Wifi Mailbox Alert – You’ve got Mail! Get notified when your mail arrives
Have you ever wondered if the mail came yet? With this easy smart home upgrade, you can receive a text or email notification any time your mailbox is opened. Not only can this device save you from checking your mailbox multiple times a day. This can be a lifesaver if your mailbox is a long distance from your home, or … Read More
Can Alexa Schedule Lights? Yes How-to Do It
Can Alexa Schedule Lights? Yes, How-to Do It Do you want your lights to automatically turn on and off at a set time? What about coordinating your lights with other functions like changing your homes temperature in the evening? Both of these things are possible (and a lot more). The way to do it is by creating routines within the … Read More
Remote Control for Tello Drone
Remote Control for Tello Drone When I pre-ordered a Tello Drone in February the ryzerobotics.com listed GameSir Bluetooth controllers as compatible with the Drone. Since the GameSir T1S had great reviews so I also ordered one of those to go with it. The drone and remote were a birthday gift for my son and luckily it arrived a few days … Read More
Auxiliary Heat vs Emergency Heat (What’s the Difference)
Auxiliary Heat vs Emergency Heat What’s the Difference If your home is heated by a heat pump you have probably seen a button or switch on your thermostat labeled with one of these terms: Emergency Heat EM Heat Auxiliary Heat Aux Heat Do you know what that switch does and when to use it? If you don’t, you’re not the … Read More
Programmable Thermostat for Heat Pump with Emergency Heat (Smart Home Compatible)
Programmable Thermostat for Heat Pump with Emergency Heat (Smart Home Compatible) If you are looking for a new thermostat for your heat pump with emergency heat, you are in the right place. It can be confusing to find a smart programable thermostat that easily works with emergency / auxiliary heat and has advanced functions like scheduling and smart home integration. … Read More
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