by dbadmin | Apr 18, 2025 | Reviews, Smart Home
Everyone loves taking a dip in the pool on a nice summer day, but all that pleasure comes with a cost. That’s why I have never wanted to actually own a pool. They are fantastic, but everyone I know who has one tells me they are also a pain to maintain. However, things...
by dbadmin | Apr 17, 2025 | Reviews, Smart Home
Robotic pool cleaners seem to be all the hype among pool owners these days. It’s an evolving market, but it’s moving quickly. Options are becoming plentiful, and even more affordable alternatives are getting pretty awesome. This one is not for those who want to save,...
by dbadmin | Apr 16, 2025 | Authority Insights, Google, Google Home, News, Smart Home
Credit: Edgar Cervantes / Android Authority A teardown of the Google Home app has revealed that Google is bringing several major UI tweaks to the app. Google could make it much easier to set up Matter gadgets thanks to a floating action button. The company could also...
by dbadmin | Apr 9, 2025 | Google Gemini, News, Samsung, Smart Home
Credit: Samsung The much-anticipated Samsung Ballie robot is launching in the US this summer, with Gemini built in. Gemini will let Ballie understand voice, visuals, and sensor data for more natural interactions. Teased initially in 2020, Ballie has evolved into a...
by dbadmin | Apr 3, 2025 | Deals, News, Smart Home
Credit: Ninja If you asked me to list my top three smart devices, my smart meat thermometer would definitely be on that list. I love food and want my meat cooked to perfection every single time. If you can relate, a smart thermometer is a total game-changer, but they...
by dbadmin | Mar 28, 2025 | Google, Google Nest, News, Smart Home
Google is officially retiring the 2013 Nest Protect smart smoke and CO2 alarm. A similar product from First Alert is launching in its place, with full support in the Google Home app and interoperability with the Nest Protect. Google is also co-launching a new smart...
