UPDATED: Amazon has announced 4 new Echo devices this week! Yes, you can still use Fire TV with Alexa. Click here to read up on the new devices. Read on for updated news on Alexa and Fire TV Amazon issued an update shortly after releasing Fire TV that allowed users to control their Amazon Fire TV with […]
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A new study from Barclays Mortgages indicates that new home buyers are willing to pay a premium for Smart Home features. The report indicates that more than a quarter of people surveyed stated that a property that included these tech upgrades would be more appealing. Do buyers want a Smart Home? Many of the features
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How much would you pay to never have to waste time looking for your keys, phone, or remote again? The people behind the TrackR Atlas are betting that for most of us, that would be $79. That’s the entry price for a package that will allow for multi-room location services. With one of these… your phone
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Lowe’s and Home Depot are both predicting that home automation will be the next big trend in home DIY. To this point, Lowe’s announced the release of their Iris 2.0 system this week and Lowe’s is hoping that home automation products make their way onto our Christmas lists this year. What’s new? Lowe’s Iris system 2.0
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Now you can take command of your Amazon Echo by triggering Recipes with a specific phrase. Simply say…
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Despite the device’s apparent success, I find many people still have questions about how good the device actually is. As with any well-made new product, a quick Google search will return dozens of glowing product reviews and “first impressions”. What these reviews don’t tell you however, is what’s the experience of owning one, not just
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Ever noticed how you can get slightly grumpy if it’s too hot? Or perhaps too much cold leaves you feeling numb to go beyond the comforts of your bed. It’s a good thing how connected home systems have come so far in developing technologies to improve people’s lifestyle and energy usage. The Smart Thermostat Solution
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Amazon has come a long way from being everyone’s book vendor. With Internet of Things up for the grabs, Amazon is competing against various electronics giants like Apple and Samsung. In a major transition into the Internet of Things, Amazon recently launched the Amazon Echo – your personal assistant. Now Amazon has announced that the
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Wondering how to setup IFTTT? The internet is full of useful and fun experiences, but, on the other hand, it can also complicate our simple lives. With so many compatible apps and websites in the world one probably faces difficulty in completing his or her basic tasks or even managing them. Fortunately for everyone, there
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The Amazon Echo is a hot device right now. This has taken some by surprise, but as people look to add more smart features to their home they’ve realized the Echo can be a key part of the setup. Anyone who actually owns one can tell you that Alexa, the Echo AI, can be so
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