Smart cities can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the transport sector and by reducing electricity and heat production. The transport sector makes up 14% of global greenhouse gas emissions, whilst electricity and heat production contribute 25%[9] (although these … Continue reading
Category Archives: Smart Home
Are Smoke Detectors Supposed To Blink Red?
Smoke alarms will make a ‘beep’ or ‘chirping’ sound when they have a low battery or are faulty.All smoke Alarms also have a red light that flashes momentarily every 40-60 seconds to visually indicate they are operating. This same red … Continue reading
What Should You Do If You Have Internet Of Things Iot Devices?
8 tips to secure those IoT devices Don’t connect your devices unless you need to. Create a separate network. Pick good passwords and a different password for every device. Turn off Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) Make sure you have … Continue reading
Can I Scan My Iphone For Spyware?
Certo AntiSpy is an app for your computer that you can use to scan your iPhone and detect if someone has installed spyware.It takes just a few clicks and 2 minutes to scan your device. Nothing is installed onto your … Continue reading
How Do I Know If My Water Heater Is Leaking?
Many times you can hear a leak before any sign of water damage is apparent. If you hear water rushing or dripping while you stand beside your water heater, follow the sound and search for visual confirmation of a leak. … Continue reading
Does Ecobee Thermostat Have A Microphone?
I’ve been testing the $249.99 Ecobee4, a smart thermostat that has both a microphone and speaker built into it. Does Ecobee have microphone? An easy-to-use smart thermostat If you don’t want to talk to your thermostat—or you don’t want it … Continue reading
How Do I Bypass My Edison Air Conditioner?
Simply press the button on the upper right hand corner of the device and your air conditioner compressor will turn back on within 10 minutes. Once you override an event, you will not have any more energy events for the … Continue reading
What Is An Example Of Limited Warranty?
As its name implies, a limited warranty is limited to just the specified parts, certain types of defects, or other conditions.For example, a new car that comes with a five-year warranty might offer the option to pay for a 10-year … Continue reading
Does A Replaced Product Come With A Full Warranty?
No matter how many repairs or replacements you receive in relation to an original product, that time limit still stands – so the replacement product would only be under guarantee for whatever time period was still remaining from the original … Continue reading
Is Flushing Water Heater Worth It?
Periodically flushing out the lime and other sediments in the water heater tank improves the heater’s efficiency and lifespan. In neglected water heaters, sediment can accumulate and calcify, making it difficult to remove.But if you flush your tank regularly, you … Continue reading
How Do I Submit A Meter Reading To A Smart Meter?
Press green A button twice and then hold down to get to menus. Keep scrolling through options until the meter reading display screen shows “Total Act Import”. This shows your meter reading. How do I send a self meter reading? … Continue reading
Can You Microwave Hot Water Bottles?
A microwave hot water bottle heats up quickly thanks to an interior thermal pack. Generally, you just pop it into the microwave for a 60 seconds, which means it is a nearly instant fix if you need warmth immediately. Can … Continue reading
Can Hackers Turn Off Your Power?
So, the electric power utility industry professionals and experts, while denying any successful hacker attacks have resulted in power outages, clearly admit such attacks are possible, and that their systems are vulnerable to attack. Can someone hack your power? When … Continue reading
What App Do I Need For A Smart Plug?
With Smart Life APP, you can smart plugs wherever you are just make sure your smart plug outlets were online. Share all the smart plugs with your family, so you are not the only one who can control the smart … Continue reading
Do I Need Smart Radiator Thermostat?
We recommend installing Smart Radiator Thermostats in all rooms which you want to control intelligently.All radiators you choose not to equip with Smart Radiator Thermostats will need to be controlled manually. If you leave your conventional radiator thermostats open, they … Continue reading