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A look at DeviceScript, Microsoft’s modern IoT coding language
Microsoft last month introduced DeviceScript, a sub-set of the company’s TypeScript programming language, specifically for the IoT. DeviceScript apps are meant to bring a more modern coding approach to...
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Google Pixel Tablet: A great tablet, a so-so smart home device
When the Google Pixel Tablet was announced, I was intrigued by the tablet but excited by the dock. From a smart home perspective, this combination appeared to be nirvana. It’s two products in one: A...
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Smart gate locks are still barred from the market
On a recent Internet of Things podcast episode, we took a voicemail from Greg on our podcast hotline. Greg’s property has a fence in the back so it’s not close to the house.. He uses HomeKit today but...
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Smart home labels: What works with what?
It’s hard to believe that the Matter standard launched eight months ago at this point. Yes, there are still growing pains for Matter. But at least we’re starting to see smart home devices with the...
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How to automate many devices at a given time with Alexa
On a recent Internet of Things Podcast we took a voicemail question on our podcast hotline regarding Alexa. Our caller wants to know how to have multiple devices do something at a specific time, or at...
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Zigbee bulbs: Replace them with Matter or stay with Zigbee?
On a recent Internet of Things Podcast episode we took a voicemail from Michael on our podcast hotline. Michael has invested in Zigbee lights up to this point and he’s heard about some challenges that...
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Why Eero is going after the rental property market with Wi-Fi
As a homeowner, I take my 1 Gbps internet service for granted. I love having a fast connection, particularly because have so many connected devices. But I’ve gotten so used to it that I don’t have the...
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Let there be light: The LiFi standard could illuminate the IoT
This story was originally published in my weekly newsletter on Friday July 21, 2023. You can sign up for my newsletter here. Tired of having dozens of IoT devices competing for the same wireless...
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Why I’m switching to Home Assistant
After two-and-a-half years of primarily using HomeKit, now called Apple Home, I think it’s time for a change in my smart home. Prior to settling on Apple’s platform, I used Google Home for a while. And...
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Homey Pro review: Great potential but check device support
Following the launch of the $69 Homey Bridge, the $399 Homey Pro is now available in the U.S. Stacey reviewed the lower-costing Bridge model back in March, and reported feeling mostly positive about...
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