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Smart Home Guide 2019: Before Buying that Smart Home Device, Check These 8 Things First [Updated]
This Smart Home Guide 2019 helps to evaluate the smart home gadget or device you are considering. 8 items you should review before purchasing a smart device.
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December 10, 2018
Forget the Smart Home Hub, Brilliant is a Smart Switch that Controls It All, Brilliantly – Review [Updated]
Review of the Brilliant smart switch and controller. Brilliant integrates with many leading smart home products for lights, heat, security, music, and more.
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April 22, 2018
Hive + OhmConnect = Home Automation, Energy Savings & Saving the Earth
Earth Day is a reminder that we must preserve the resources and environment of our fragile planet. But using home automation & smart home technology, you can conserve energy automatically. Hive & OhmConnect have teamed up to help you save the planet with their services & technology.
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March 20, 2018
Review: Rachio Gets Even Better with its Gen 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller
Review of the Rachio Gen3 smart sprinkler controller that automatically knows when and how long to water your garden or lawn based on hyper-localized weather stations. A "set it and forget it" type of home automation makes your garden smart & helps conserve water in the process.
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July 8, 2017
Review: Make Your Sprinklers Intelligent with the Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller
Review of the Rachio Smart Sprinkler Controller. The Generation 2 Smart Controller automatically adjusts based on weather & much more! All smartly!
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June 7, 2016
ecobee3 Smart Thermostat Review – Bees Know How To Do It, So Does ecobee
Review of the ecobee3 smart home thermostat which uses remote activity & temperature sensors to more accurately regulate the climate of your home.
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