In late 2020, Samsung signed a Worldwide agreement with Aeotec to distribute and expand the lineup of SmartThings hardware devices. What does this mean for the future of SmartThings?
Read MoreSmart Lights - How does smart lighting work?
31/08/2020 11:55 AM
Smart lighting. What is it? How does it work? What’s the difference between smart lighting modules and smart bulbs? And what's best for you? I’m glad you asked. In this article, we explore the world of smart lighting.
Read MoreVoice Control - How to name your smart devices
29/06/2020 4:01 PM
In this guide, you'll learn a bulletproof organisation strategy to keep your smart home system performing well, and lay the foundation for intuitive smart voice control.
Read MoreSmart Home - Local VS Cloud
1/06/2020 11:39 AM
The ol' 'hub vs hubless' discussion is popular among smart home enthusiasts, and contrary to popular belief, there's a lot more riding on your decision than a few dollars and a shiny new box. This article takes a fresh perspective on the discussion and outlines the differences between cloud-based systems & owner-owned systems.
Read MoreAn Introduction to Homey
4/02/2020 2:13 PM
Homey's mission is to enable smart home devices to work together seamlessly. And with an intuitive, beautiful user-interface and over 50,000 devices supported from over 1000 brands, Homey is a force to be reckoned with. Intrigued? Peek inside to learn more.
Read More6 benefits of a Smart Home
23/09/2019 2:29 PM
What's different about your home and the home's of the 1950's? Apart from newer appliances and larger TV's, not much has changed. Until now. Take a look at 6 benefits of turning your home into a smart home.
Read MoreVoice-control your alarm system
23/09/2019 12:08 PM
Wish you could control your alarm system with your voice? With Chuango's new Amazon Alexa and Google Home compatible hub, now you can. In this guide, you'll learn how to control your alarm with nothing other than your voice in under 5 minutes - easily and securely.
Read MoreHome Assistant: Setup Guide
8/05/2019 3:04 PM
Learn to setup a low-cost automation hub with a Raspberry Pi and Home Assistant, the versatile platform making waves in the automation community. Simply follow the steps in this guide and you'll have your Home Assistant up and running in no time.
Read MoreHome Assistant: Z-Wave Guide
7/05/2019 2:35 PM
Are you running Home Assistant and want to integrate your Z-Wave devices? If so, this guide is for you. Learn how to set-up your Z-Wave network, add devices and create your first automation. Then tinker to your heart's content.
Read MoreAmazon Alexa Australia - Missing Skills
22/03/2018 9:32 AM
Missing Amazon Alexa Skills? You are not the only one! We have written a quick blog that will show you how to gain access to all of the Alexa Skills available in the USA - whilst still keeping your Amazon Echo working in Australia.
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