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BGR writer - There's no need for a hub anymore!

*proceeds to recommend a hub*

https://www.bgr.com/2111924/why-no-one-needs-smart-home-hub-anymore/

Why There's Simply No Need For A Smart Home Hub Anymore - BGR

Smart home hubs were once at the forefront of connected home technology, but nowadays, they're not really that necessary in order to control your home.

BGR
@ashpole @GavinCampbell @seth I didn’t agree!
Finalizing my layout 👀

@rnDoug Third Reality is great, I use a lot of their devices.

Check out Zooz as well for affordable devices, though they are Z-Wave :)

Gardening season is upon us, just ignore the snow.

I am live tonight at 9 PM EST on Home Gadget Geeks. We're talking about my shed/solar project, CES 2026, and smart gardening. Tune in now or listen to the episode later.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgeOJZBC_Wk

Home Gadget Geeks 670 - LIVE

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@seth @tj @GavinCampbell Someone at the BBC must listen to the podcast! https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/c23rd925knxo
Florida iguanas are 'cold stunned' and falling from trees

A rare cold snap across the state has made the reptiles immobile and ripe for capturing, says the state's wildlife agency.

BBC News
@GavinCampbell @AwsmSpaceMonkey I can get behind tiny screens on chargers and batteries, not sure I would like them on my cables tho

RE: https://hometech.social/@tj/115986233780143003

I've spent two days on and off trying to update my Zooz Z-Wave stick and i've never longed for the death of #zwave as hard as I am right now.

Another camera install finished.

Top patch panel is exterior cameras, bottom is interior.