Ecobee"s new thermostats, Eve Outdoor Cam, & Pebblebee trackers on HomeKit Insider
This week on the HomeKit Insider podcast, iOS 15.5 brings HomePod Wi-Fi strength meter, Sonos mini sub leaked, we review Ecobee's new Premium and Essential thermostats, Eve launches its outdoor floodlight camera, and we cover Pebblebee location item.....»»
Deals: 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro $500 off, Apple iPhone cases 42% off, HomeKit ecobee bundle $120 off, charging gear, more
Today’s deals are now at the ready with the return of $500 price drops on the latest 16-inch M3 Pro MacBook Pro with 18GB of RAM – elevated storage models are also $500 off. We are also tracking a new Amazon low on the official Apple iPhone 15 Pr.....»»
How long does it take to calibrate the Ecobee Smart Thermostat?
The Ecobee Smart Thermostat calibration process can last up to 20 minutes, though there's another reason you might be seeing it constantly on your screen......»»
While some cities clear homeless encampments, others are granting a "right to shelter"
At the end of June, the US Supreme Court upheld an Oregon city's ban on outdoor camping. The court's decision means that people experiencing homelessness can be arrested, ticketed and fined for sleeping outside, even when there are no alternatives......»»
Apple all-in on struggling Matter, to the detriment of HomeKit Accessory Protocol
Apple has privately and publicly pledged its support to new smart home standard Matter over its own HomeKit Accessory Protocol, but customer confusion and a staggered rollout has put the damper on widespread adoption.Apple tries to push Matter forwar.....»»
Xiaomi’s Redmi Watch 5 Active is Priced Insanely Low
It comes with a ton of features at a price that's less than most fitness trackers out there. The post Xiaomi’s Redmi Watch 5 Active is Priced Insanely Low appeared first on Phandroid. Xiaomi’s onslaught of affordable wearable d.....»»
Deals: M2 Pro Mac mini with 16GB of RAM $1,150, AirPods Max $150 off, Apple iPhone cases 52% off, HomeKit gear, more
Your Monday edition of the 9to5Toys Lunch Break has arrived with solid price drops on AirPods Max, the 16GB Mac mini, some Prime Day-worthy HomeKit deals, official Apple iPhone cases, and more. The M2 Pro Mac Mini has now dropped down to $1,150 alon.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Govee’s Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 now with Matter support
Christmas decorating will begin before you know it, and outdoor lighting is always fun. HomeKit users have a new reason to celebrate. Govee, a popular manufacturer of permanent outdoor smart home lighting, has just launched a new product, the . This.....»»
Nest Smart Learning Thermostat, Sonos app issues, & Wi-Fi issues on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we review the brand-new Nest Learning Thermostat fourth-generation as well as answer a few listener questions.HomeKit Insider PodcastThis week in the news the Sonos CEO said while they were hopeful they.....»»
This 65-inch outdoor TV from Samsung is on sale in time for football season
Samsung’s bright and beautiful outdoor TV is on sale at Best Buy! Purchase the 65-inch Terrace Series for $3,500 while this deal lasts......»»
HomeKit Weekly: Kickstart your smart home with MuJoy smart light bulbs featuring Matter and Thread
HomeKit light bulbs offer both functionality and convenience. They’ve come down in cost in recent years while also getting much more reliable thanks to technology like Thread and Matter. These smart lighting solutions integrate seamlessly with Home.....»»
Deals: M3 MacBook Air with 16GB of RAM now $1,099, HomeKit Secure Video smart cams, Apple Watch bands, more
Your Friday edition of the 9to5Toys Lunch Break is here to help cap off the work week with some serious deals. Today marks the return of $250 price drops on the 15-inch MacBook Air, but we also spotted the 13-inch model with 16GB of RAM starting at $.....»»
How human urine can disrupt soil health and water quality
Festival season is in full flow, and like any self-respecting plant-soil biogeochemist attending a local music festival, I'm curious about how these outdoor events might modify important nutrient cycles......»»
Ecobee 3 Lite vs. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced: Which is the best smart thermostat?
Should you pick the the cheaper Ecobee 3 Lite, or is the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced a smarter investment? Here's what to know before making a purchase......»»
Get 49% off the Blink Outdoor 4 security camera in this amazing deal!
If you want to protect your home, then the Blink Outdoor 4 cameras are a good place to start, especially with this 49% discount right now! The post Get 49% off the Blink Outdoor 4 security camera in this amazing deal! appeared first on Phandroid......»»
Recall is alive, but its rollout will be slow
Microsoft Microsoft has confirmed in a that Recall hasn’t been abandoned and will be ready for Windows Insider testing in October. The announcement comes after the company was forced to rethink its AI-powered automatic screenshot-taking feature.....»»
The Blink security camera 5-pack is over 40% off today
Get five units of the Blink Outdoor 4 security camera for an affordable $232 from Amazon, but hurry as we're not sure until when the 42% discount will last......»»
How accurate are wearable fitness trackers? Less than you might think
Wide variance underscores need for a standardized approach to validation of devices. Enlarge (credit: Corey Gaskin) Back in 2010, Gary Wolf, then the editor of Wired magazine, delivered a TED talk in Cannes called “the.....»»
Microsoft cracks down on Windows 11 upgrade requirements
The latest Insider Build of Windows 11 has patched the "/product server" workaround that let old CPU users easily bypass the system requirements check......»»
Nanoleaf Expo Display Box, SmartMi E1, & Apple"s Robotic iPad on HomeKit Insider
On this episode of the HomeKit Insider Podcast, we break down the news from Google's special event, the launch of the Aqara FP1E presence sensor, and more smart home news.HomeKit Insider PodcastOne of the biggest pieces of news this week was the conf.....»»
HomeKit Weekly: Looking to start a smart home on a budget? The TP-Link 4 pack is an easy place to start
If you’re starting from zero on a smart home, it can look daunting and expensive as you consider upgrading all of the rooms in your house. I’ve found that starting with a few smart outlet adaptors is the best (and most economical way) to start, a.....»»