Resources & Guides
Learn about smart home technology with our guides, tips, and educational content.
Guides & Articles
In-depth guides to help you understand and optimize your smart home.
Beginner8 min read
Getting Started with Smart Lighting
Everything you need to know about choosing and setting up smart lights in your home.
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Technical10 min read
Home Network Basics for Smart Homes
Why your Wi-Fi matters and how to optimize it for smart devices.
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Comparison12 min read
Voice Assistant Comparison
Alexa vs Google vs Siri: Which voice assistant is right for your home?
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Security6 min read
Smart Home Security Best Practices
Keep your smart home secure with these essential tips and configurations.
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Advanced15 min read
Automations: Beyond the Basics
Create powerful automations that make your home truly intelligent.
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Energy7 min read
Energy Monitoring and Savings
Use smart home technology to reduce your energy consumption and bills.
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More guides coming soon. Check back regularly for new content!
Smart Home Glossary
Common terms and concepts you'll encounter in the smart home world.
- Hub
- A central device that connects and controls multiple smart devices.
- Zigbee
- A wireless protocol used by many smart home devices for reliable, low-power communication.
- Z-Wave
- Another wireless protocol common in smart home devices, known for its range and reliability.
- Matter
- A new universal smart home standard that works across all major platforms.
- Scene
- A preset configuration that controls multiple devices at once (e.g., "Movie Night" dims lights and closes blinds).
- Automation
- A rule that triggers actions automatically based on conditions (e.g., turn on lights when motion detected).
- Local Control
- The ability to control devices without internet, using only your local network.
- IFTTT
- If This Then That - a service that connects different smart devices and services together.