The Smart Home Blog Journal: I
The Smart Home Blog is a dedicated platform for exploring the latest in home technology and automation. We cover a wide range of topics, from…
Getting Started with Apple HomeKit
A complete guide to getting started with Apple HomeKit and the Apple Home Application. From set up to scenes and home automation.
Smart Plugs: A Guide to Energy Cost Savings
Smart plugs help reduce energy waste by cutting off standby power (also known as phantom or vampire power), lowering overall electricity…
Starling Hub: The easy way to add Google Nest to Apple Home
One of the earliest challenges of adopting smart home technology is dealing with compatibility. Devices like Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and…
Garmin to Apple Watch : 30 days with the Apple Watch
I have been using a Garmin Epix Pro running/outdoors watch for a number of years. This post isn’t a “which is better” Garmin v…
Getting Started with Apple AirTag
The Apple AirTag is one of the most powerful and user friendly tracking devices available. The AirTag seamlessly integrates with…
How to use .Fit Files to Transfer Activity Data between Garmin and Strava
Our fitness watches log a vast range of data, from basic metrics like distance and pace to more detailed insights such as heart rate and…
Eve Aqua: The Apple HomeKit Irrigation System
I’ve owned the Eve Aqua water controller for a few years now. The latest version, which includes added Thread support, made me think about how…
Garmin Epix 2 Review: The Ultimate AMOLED Adventure Watch?
There was an inevitability that I would be tempted by the latest Garmin Epix Garmin Epix Pro release. I had been using the Fenix series since…