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Automated Chicken Waterer
It is very important that chickens always have access to fresh water. The most basic waterers are an open bowl or a bowl with an attached reservoir. The problems with this type are many. They […]
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How to Build a Low-Maintenance, Smart Chicken Coop for your Backyard Flock
So you’ve got chickens, or you’re getting chickens. It’s not that they are a lot of work, but it would be nice to offload some of the daily mundane tasks. Besides, you’ve already automated your […]
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Foscam 1080P HD W25 Web vs Logitech HD Webcam C615
The Foscam W25 is comparable to the significantly more expensive Logitech C615, however the Foscam has better color and lighting. The Foscam includes a power indicator light and privacy cover, and it is a little thicker. […]
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How to turn your Echo Dot into a Kids Edition for free
In June of this year, Amazon announced an update to the Echo Dot Kids Edition based off of the 3rd generation Echo Dot. For $69.99, you get a 3rd Generation Echo Dot in a bright […]
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How to Automate a Ceiling Fan Light with Z-Wave
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Get your own Alexa-powered Talking Big-Mouth Billy Bass
Amazon is now selling a dancing, singing, mounted fish that responds to voice commands. If you haven’t seen the DIY Alexa-powered talking Billy Bass, you can see the work of that mad scientist below. But […]
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How to turn your standard Echo Dot into a Kids Edition
There are really only a few differences between the Echo and Echo Kids edition. Those differences are the case, parental controls, exclusive content, and an extended warranty. […]
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Using iDatalink Maestro and Android Auto to diagnose a check engine light
Automation isn’t just for your home. You spend a lot of time in your car. Here’s one of the things you can do with web search, voice control powered by Google Assistant, and smart sensor […]
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The Promises and Pitfalls of a Connected Smart Home
No Echo On March 2, users of Amazon Echo devices worldwide were met with either silence or a variety of vanilla apologies from their Alexa AI voice assistants. For several hours, Alexa was down hard […]