When it’s cold, I do a lot of roasting. So products like the MEATER Wireless Smart Meat Thermometer have become an essential part of my toolbox. Being able to have that extra bit of insurance, or early warning system, when coordinating everything is a massive help. MEATER currently has a single probe version, which is somewhat hamstrung by being limited […]
Read moreLike the Guardian by Elexa water shutoff controller, Flo can “intelligently” turn off the water. But, it also promises to be much more. Including detecting leaks, and even wastage – like a running toilet or leaky faucet. Unless you’re really handy, installing a Flo will require engaging a plumber as it sits in the main water line just past the […]
Read moreFor my family, smart speakers like the Amazon Echo or Google Home are an essential part of how we interact with the home automation (HA) system, intercom between rooms, and casually listen to music. The privacy implications of this aren’t that concerning for us as I don’t think we’re interesting enough for Amazon, Google, the NSA, or really anyone else […]
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