Smart devices are already making a big impact in how our homes operate, and it’s only going to grow from here. At the center of it all seems to be the Amazon Alexa. It’s come out ahead as the leader in the voice-controlled assistants and integrates with almost every smart device I’ve come across. At…
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Automating my Lawn with the Rachio 3 Sprinkler Controller
We recently bought our first home, and inherited a less than stellar yard. The previous owners didn’t take great care of it, so it was now our job to bring it back to life. The good news is they already had a sprinkler system installed. After replacing some sprinkler heads we were up an running……
The Budget Friendly, Automated Vacuum – Eufy Robovac 11+
In our house, vacuuming in one of the chores that never gets done as much as we’d like. The dirt and hair slowly build up over time until BAM! We finally notice just how dirty it is, vacuum, and let the process repeat itself. I knew there had to be a better way, so we…
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Dipping my Toe into Home Automation
Time is a luxury, and between two kids and a demanding work schedule, I’m always trying to make my life easier. I’ve been reading up on various ways to automate our home, from vacuums that clean your home throughout the day to lawn mowers that know when to cut your grass, but most involve…
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