Smart Devices

The first time I stumbled into the world of smart home gadgets, two terms threw me for a loop – “Z Wave” and “Zigbee.” I mean, they sound cool, but what the heck are they? If you’re anything like me, you’re probably scratching your head, trying to figure out which one’s better, and if it […]

So, you got an Amazon Fire TV Stick but also got a handful of TVs scattered around the house? I bet you’re scratching your head, wondering, “Do I need a separate stick for each screen?” Do You Need a Separate Fire TV Stick for Every TV? Boom! The answer hits you – YES! Each of

There is no perfect smartphone. Every device has its trade-offs, you always have to make choices. I’m a loyal Apple customer myself. I have an iPhone, a MacBook, an iPad, an Apple Watch, and AirPods. There are many things I love about Apple, especially the iPhone I use daily. However, over the years, I’ve noticed

When faced with a low battery, many turn to Airplane Mode. But behind this simple action, is there truly a secret to extended battery life? Indeed, Airplane Mode can help conserve battery by preventing your smartphone from continuously searching for a network. However, while in Airplane Mode, you won’t be able to make calls, be

Over 100 million devices powered by Alexa have been sold, and while the majority of internet providers allow unlimited connection, some home and mobile plans may limit monthly data transfer. If this is your case, you may be wondering how much your Echo Dot or Echo Show Alexa consumes, so you don’t deplete your plan

I installed a smart plug and plugged my TV into it. “OK Google, turn on the TV!” Nothing… Or almost nothing… Because the “standby” light on my television then turned red indicating that my TV was in standby mode. I hadn’t thought that standby mode could prevent my TV from really turning on. I began

The Echo Show is a larger, newer version of the virtual assistant Alexa. It is essentially an Echo Dot with a large additional screen, which allows you to display information, watch videos or TV, or make video calls. So, how much Bandwidth does the Echo Show use? Certainly, it uses more data than the Echo

The Echo Dot is a virtual assistant that has become very widespread in recent years. It includes Alexa, the intelligent software to assist in daily life. But a device like this can consume more than one might think. So, how much bandwidth does the Echo Dot use? ContentsHow Much Internet bandwidth Does Echo Dot Use?Data

You accidentally let your Iphone fall in water and saw a “Liquid Detected in Lightning Connector” alert when you plugged it to charge. There’s liquid inside but don’t worry, it won’t blow up! This a security alert since Iphone X and newer Iphone generations (Iphone 11, 12…) Liquid Detected in Lightning Connector “Liquid Detected in

Nest thermostats are increasingly popular smart temperature control devices. They help regulate the temperature of a house or apartment to reduce heating bills by 10 to 20%. But you’re probably wondering: Does a Nest Thermostat require a monthly subscription? Does the Nest Thermostat require a subscription? No, the Nest Thermostat does not require a subscription