Ecobee3 Lite Smart Thermostat Install and Review
A smart thermostat is one of the more popular devices people install as they build their smarthome. It can help make your home more comfortable and save money on heating and cooling …
Goodbye MythTV, I’ll Miss You!
There is no single piece of entertainment software used by my family more than MythTV over the past decade. It has been a great ride. Now that I’ve cut the cord, it’s …
Your Ultimate DIY Smarthome Guide
You’ve been thinking about smarthomes. You want to build your own but aren’t sure where to start. Well, you’ve found your start. When you are done reading this guide, you’ll have all …
5 Tips To Help Get The Most Out of pfSense
Internet connections and home networks become more important each day. Activities like cutting the cord, adding Internet of Things devices (IoT – e.g. smart speakers, video cameras, smart switches, etc.) increase our …
Why Home Assistant is the Perfect Smart Home Hub for Me
I’ve used a few smart home hubs but was never fully satisfied with their features, stability, performance, and compatibility. In 2018 I decided to try out Home Assistant and I haven’t looked …
TP-Link EAP 225/EAP 245 V3 Access Point Review
The TP-Link EAP 225 V3 (AC 1350) and TP-Link EAP 245 V3 (AC 1750) are the successors to the wonderful EAP 225 and EAP 245 V2 devices I reviewed last year. Let …
What YouTube TV Needs To Be Perfect
YouTube TV has been the cornerstone of my efforts to cut the cord. I’ve been using it for a few months now, and I can’t imagine going back to DirecTV or cable. …