Troubleshooting: Help, My Device Is Not Working
Believe it or not, electronics do have issues especially when they are attached to other devices and components like routers and their networks. I am unequivocally familiar with gadgets and their errors and failures within my smart home. I do have a smart home blog about tech after all, it’s totally in the name just […]
3 Round KnockOut: Kasa Smart Outlet Vs Mini Smart Plug
That’s right, Kasa has two different types of smart plugs to choose from. The KP200 Kasa Smart WiFi Outlet and two Mini Smart Plugs. Both are backed by the Kasa Smart Home App, so they will definitely work with your voice assistant devices and IFTTT recipes. I have used and tested both of these devices […]
How the Teckin Smart Plug and App Can Make Your Home Smarter For Less
📢 Editor’s Update (May 2026): Heads up — Teckin has largely exited the North American market, and most of their smart plugs are no longer available on Amazon. The good news? There are some excellent alternatives that give you the same budget-friendly value. We recommend checking out the Kasa EP25 or the Amazon Smart Plug […]
3 IFTTT Applets That Should Be Running In Every Smart Home
📢 Editor’s Update (May 2026): Big changes at IFTTT — since this post was written, IFTTT moved to a paid subscription model. The free tier now limits you to a handful of applets, and some of the ones mentioned here may require a Pro plan to run. That said, IFTTT is still one of the […]
Looking for a smart Wi-Fi plug but not sure what to look for or where to start? Here’s three plugs to check out and get you started
Smart Wi-Fi outlet plugs are a great way to start making your home smart. They are the perfect devices for turning on the nightstand light with your morning wake up alarm. Or finding out once and for all if that new washer machine actually saves money with a full load of towels or two halves […]