What Is a Smart Home Hub and Do You Need One?

If you've recently embraced smart home technology to simplify your life, you may still be a bit confused about certain aspects.

You may know that products like smart light bulbs and smart outlets can operate independently through an app on your mobile device. But if you have multiple devices from different manufacturers, you’ll have to switch between multiple apps. That’s a hassle that doesn’t save you time and can complicate your smart home experience.

What’s more, some smart devices can’t be controlled directly through an app and require something called a smart home “hub” to communicate with your mobile device. Read further to learn more about a smart home hub and if you need one...

Wednesday, January 2, 2019/Author: Julie Wills - MarCom/Number of views (18937)/Comments (0)/
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7 Ways Home Automation Can Help You Save Time & Stress Less

Your alarm clock goes off and your bedroom lights slowly rise to a warm glow. Downstairs, your smart coffee pot is already brewing your first cup. This isn’t the home of the future, per se. This is an example of a smart home that can exist today.

Let’s look at seven ways the Internet of Things (IoT) can improve your life, save time, and reduce stress.

Wednesday, January 2, 2019/Author: Julie Wills - MarCom/Number of views (9518)/Comments (0)/
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Top Phishing Scams and How to Prevent Them

Phishing Scams and Prevention

 

As technology evolves, so do security threats. Phishing is a popular method hackers use to get your information, and the methods are constantly changing.

The media has focused heavily on malware, ransomware, and DDoS attacks this year, and with good reason. These often rely on system vulnerabilities to get into networks and cause destruction.

Phishing attacks, on the other hand, require a human response. By staying on guard and informed in the latest methods hackers use to get you to voluntarily hand over information, you can keep yourself safe.

Here are some of the recent ways attackers have been using phishing scams to gain access to your information.

Thursday, November 15, 2018/Author: Anonym/Number of views (10050)/Comments (0)/
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2018 Holiday Shopping Predictions

Holiday shopping can be very fun, but it can also be very stressful. Mostly, it’s stressful because of our fear of the unknown: what will be on sale? Will I be able to get that item I need for my children?

One way to fight the unknown is to figure out what’s coming next. And that’s why we put together this guide to our predictions for the 2018 holiday shopping season!

Saying the Magic Words

One big technological change that occurred is how we interact with our various smart devices. Just look around: In many homes, people will now ask their Alexa to play their favorite music, or ask Siri to set reminders on their phones, and so on.

Find out more!

Monday, October 29, 2018/Author: Anonym/Number of views (9491)/Comments (0)/
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Cellular Data vs Wi-Fi: Money Saving Tips

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It’s happened again: The dreaded warning that you’ve reached your month’s data limit on your mobile phone.

For the rest of the billing period, every GB of data is going to cost an extra $10, $15, or more, depending on your mobile plan.

Those GBs can add up if you are watching videos, streaming music, or even just browsing Facebook using your cellular data.

Of course, your mobile provider is rubbing their hands with greedy glee as you resign yourself to overage charges.

But there is a better way. Find out what that is.

Tuesday, September 25, 2018/Author: Anonym/Number of views (13649)/Comments (0)/
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