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What is a smart home?
The words 'Smart Home' (sometimes known as home automation, intelligent home etc.), gets mentioned a lot, and can be confusing for many. I avoid using 'smart home' (or variations of), as it often implies the addition of unnecessary, complicated, cumbersome electronic...
I am a Toastmaster
I am a Toastmaster to become a better public speaker, communicator, and leader. I have always admired great speakers, extraordinary presenters, and excellent communicators. As a speaker, presenter and trainer, I communicate daily. I have my own style and...
My nightstand
My nightstand provides the right amount of technology to allow me to settle in for the night, go to sleep, and wake up in the morning. Amazon Echo Spot Even without the Spot's ability to control smart home products and systems, it is the perfect bedside clock. The...
Why the Apple iPhone X matters to smart homes
With the recent release of the new Apple iPhone X, almost two months ago, critics once again condemned Apple for being late to the market, re-hashing existing technologies etc. As usual, many Apple critics just don't get it - being more focused on features and...
Why I’m a Mac
I see much of my technology as a ubiquitous, symbiotic system, and believe Apple provides the best ecosystem for me. My mobile devices; iPhones (yes, my family and I have multiple), iPads (yes, multiple of those as well), Apple Watch, and MacBooks (multiple of those...
Designing integrated future-ready homes
As the demand for home technology continues to grow, one consideration is becoming increasingly important: homeowners should be looking to merge home technology systems into the design of their homes. This may include electronic and technology system such as;...
My notebook
I have always found note taking a challenge. I have so many notebooks that have been started with a handful of entries, and then not used again. They were misplaced, or never at hand when needed. Notebooks take up space, and then what do you do with them, how long do...
Why I am CEDIA
After more than twent-six years in the consumer electronics and relating industries, I have joined CEDIA (Custom Electronics Design and Installation Association), and can now call myself a CEDIA Member. "CEDIA is the leading global authority in the $14 billion home...
Wired vs Wireless smart home
A smart home requires a technology infrastructure that uses a combination of wired and wireless networks. A wired infrastructure is not only preferred, it’s a prerequisite. Each system (power, lighting, lighting control, security, entertainment etc.) should be...
Be aware of digital-analogues
When presenting and discussing smart homes, I often talk about pseudo-smart homes - smart homes that are not actually smart. Most ‘smart homes’ are really electronic homes or connected homes. Most homes have multiple standalone electronic systems (e.g. lighting...
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