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18 01, 2018

Smart Buildings and Green Technology

By |2018-01-18T15:45:33-05:00January 18th, 2018|Home Automation|Comments Off on Smart Buildings and Green Technology

The world we live in is evolving around technology connected to the internet. Many innovations today are connected to the internet, even if it is as simple as an app that provides a better user experience. With environmental problems around the world, countries, companies and individuals are adapting to technology to help solve these issues. [...]

14 12, 2017

Geeni Surge 4 USB Smart Power Strip Review

By |2017-12-14T18:08:19-05:00December 14th, 2017|Smart Appliances|Comments Off on Geeni Surge 4 USB Smart Power Strip Review

Geeni Surge 4 USB Smart Power Strip Review Starting to automate your home from scratch can be time consuming and costly. Adding smart plugs is a great place to start. Instead of connecting a smart, WiFi enabled appliance directly to your hub or smartphone, plug in your regular [...]

30 10, 2017

7 Simple Security Measures for the Upcoming Winter

By |2017-10-30T17:58:21-05:00October 30th, 2017|Security|Comments Off on 7 Simple Security Measures for the Upcoming Winter

The coming winter months mean that evenings will be getting darker earlier. During the winter, burglars are protected by the cover of darkness and they can tell when no one is home for longer in the mornings and evenings. Take a minute to stop and think about how you're currently protecting your home and family from [...]

18 10, 2017

How To Set Up The Right TV Antenna For Your Home

By |2017-10-18T15:40:19-05:00October 18th, 2017|Entertainment|Comments Off on How To Set Up The Right TV Antenna For Your Home

Cable and satellite services normally give you dozens of channels to choose from — a big plus if you are a certified channel surfer. However, they won’t necessarily always give you a great viewing experience. If your cable or satellite is down, you’ll see altered or pixelated images, colored lines, a simple blank or white [...]

5 10, 2017

Introducing Alex by Kiwi Design

By |2017-10-05T18:36:09-05:00October 5th, 2017|Home Automation|Comments Off on Introducing Alex by Kiwi Design

Have you ever wished your Echo Dot was a little more portable? Would an extended battery life make you more likely to use the Echo Dot throughout your home? Alex, a new product by Kiwi Design, wants you to answer those questions with a resounding yes. I haven't featured a Kickstarter (or any startup) project in [...]

2 10, 2017

HughesNet Gen5 for Business Review

By |2017-10-02T17:39:15-05:00October 2nd, 2017|Tech Provider Reviews|Comments Off on HughesNet Gen5 for Business Review

Pros All HughesNet for Business plans have a 24 month price guarantee that also covers equipment leases. If your business is located in a rural area, satellite internet can give you a high speed connection that other options don’t provide. Satellite internet, like HughesNet, is a very secure technology, limiting the ability of hackers [...]

26 09, 2017

HughesNet Gen5 Satellite Internet Review

By |2017-09-27T19:38:21-05:00September 26th, 2017|Tech Provider Reviews|Comments Off on HughesNet Gen5 Satellite Internet Review

Pros All plans include speeds of up to 25 Mbps no matter what your data limit is. HughesNet has no hard data limits so you can keep browsing after your data allowance. Your WiFi router is built into your HughesNet modem for less clutter. Cons Equipment must be either bought up front or leased [...]

1 09, 2017

6 Easy Home Automation Ideas For Fall

By |2017-10-18T17:15:35-05:00September 1st, 2017|Home Automation|Comments Off on 6 Easy Home Automation Ideas For Fall

Affordable, easy to use home automation can help you create a living space that offers solutions to cool weather problems before they become a daily nuisance this fall. As a homeowner who’d like to add a few luxuries, there’s simply no better way to turn your home into a comfortable oasis than by exploring home [...]

14 08, 2017

Women in Digital Construction

By |2017-10-18T17:55:28-05:00August 14th, 2017|Home Automation|Comments Off on Women in Digital Construction

Women are a vital part of the world's economy and the labor market, but they make up a significantly smaller percentage of the work force in many industries. This is certainly not news to anyone. Women have been discriminated against, stereotyped and cast aside by society in numerous aspects of life. Women are slowly making [...]

10 08, 2017

17 Back to School Tech Accessories Under $100

By |2017-08-10T18:23:18-05:00August 10th, 2017|Entertainment|Comments Off on 17 Back to School Tech Accessories Under $100

Headed to high school, going back to college, studying abroad or shuttling kids to practice? Check out these must-have back to school tech accessories. High Tech Add Ons for Your Phone Aukey 4-Port Car Charger with AiPower $14.99 Plug this multi-port charger into your car’s outlet to keep the whole family’s devices ready to use. [...]

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