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Why Sonos Users Are Fleeing After the Latest Update:
The Sonos app debacle has left users frustrated and is fundamentally changing how Sonos customers use streaming music at home so we are no longer tethered to Sonos' proprietary ecosystem and seeking alternatives.
Why is Everyone Is Suddenly Obsessed with Home Assistant?
Not just for techies and nerds!
Discover how this free, open-source smart home platform offers powerful automation, extensive device support, and endless customization.
Enhance Your HomeKit Experience: Stop Letting Apple Pick your Hub
With iOS 18, Apple has given us the ability to disable automatic hub selection and manually set our preferred HomeKit Hub.
The How and Why of UPS for Smart Homes
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems are crucial to maintain smart home Internet connectivity during power outages.
Guide to the differences, features to look for, and how to install and test them.
Thermostats are essential components of HVAC systems, allowing for temperature control and automatic settings.
Did you know setting a lower or higher temperature does not affect the cooling or heating rate?
Switchbot is a quirky button pusher that has evolved into a full-fledged smart home ecosystem and I found a fun use for it with Sonos wireless speakers.
"The reports of my death are greatly exaggerated"
What is the status and future of Z-Wave?
Get the definitive answer in this discussion with Avi Rosenthal, the new chairman of the Z-Wave Alliance
Apple's yearly World Wide Developer Conference (WWDC 2024) is just around the corner.
I've put together a wish list of my top fixes, features, and improvements.
Hackers might just love this “feature” of the new Sonos App
- Do this to protect your home network
