TP-Link Tapo C200 vulnerability fixed. In May 2020, our testing flagged that the TP-Link Tapo C200 was vulnerable to an attack that could intercept data on the user. Is Tapo safe? For example, TP-Link has recently released a new brand … Continue reading
Category Archives: Smart Home
Why Is My Kasa Camera Blinking Green?
If the system LED is flashing green, means the Kasa Cam is connected to your Wi-Fi network but not connected to the cloud server. Check the network diagram of the home network, make sure the Kasa Cam is not connected … Continue reading
Does Tapo Work Remotely?
Remote Control from Anywhere Instantly turn connected devices on/off wherever you are via the Tapo app. Designed to facilitate your life and help eliminate potential safety hazards. Can I view my Tapo camera remotely? You can access, manage and get … Continue reading
How Do I Automate My Home?
What can I automate in my home? Smart lighting. The easiest and most impactful place to start automating your home is with smart lighting. Smart locks. Smart heating. Smart Security. Smart entertainment. Energy savings. Apple’s HomeKit. Amazon’s Alexa. How do … Continue reading
Does A Smart Meter Cost Money To Run?
When installed the smart meter sends information directly to your energy provider about your usage so you will no longer need to give manual readings. This means you should only be paying for the energy you use and there is … Continue reading
What Brings Down Property Value?
If jobs are scarce in your locality, with layoffs occurring and home ownership put in jeopardy, values fall. Like a domino effect, fewer people can afford to buy a house. Owners lower their prices to compete in a diminished market. … Continue reading
Are Cellular Shades Adjustable?
When you push up or pull down on the rail at the base of cellular shades, they automatically raise and lower. Can you adjust the length of cellular shades? First, lower the cellular shades to the their full length. Then … Continue reading
Does It Cost To Have A Google Account?
Anyone can sign up for a free Google Account and use it to access and edit Docs, Sheets, Slides, and more. How much does it cost to set up a Google Account? Does it cost money to make and use … Continue reading
How Do I Set My Smart Plug To Turn On Or Off Automatically?
How to schedule the Amazon smart plug to turn on or off automatically Open the Alexa app on your phone. Tap the devices tab on the bottom-right of the page. Choose Plugs on the top. Choose the plug you want … Continue reading
How Does Freeview Work On Smart Tv?
Setting up a Freeview-ready TV If you have a smart TV you’ll be asked for your wi-fi network and password, so have these ready. You’ll then be asked to tune your TV to find the available Freeview channels. This will … Continue reading
Do You Waste More Electricity By Turning The Lights On And Off?
Despite myths you may have heard, turning your lights on and off doesn’t use more electricity than leaving your lights on. Turning off the lights when you aren’t in a room is one of the easiest ways to save energy. … Continue reading
Who Uses Alexa?
Approximately 10.8% of digital buyers used Amazon Alexa for online shopping in 2020. More and more consumers consider using smart speakers and voice assistants for shopping. According to Alexa facts, around 10.8% of consumers used Amazon Alexa for at least … Continue reading
How Do I Turn On Tv With Alexa?
How to Connect Alexa to Your TV Open the Alexa App. Then tap More. Next, tap Settings. Then tap TV & Video. Next, select your content or service provider. Then tap Link or Enable. Next, select the TV that you … Continue reading
Can Fairy Lights Affect Wifi?
Fairy lights can interfere with Wi-Fi signals and slow down connection speeds, according to research by communications regulator Ofcom. It’s not just fairy lights that can affect broadband speeds — this goes for other electronic devices, including lamps, speakers, TVs … Continue reading
Does Internet Speed Split Between Devices?
Your total potential speed is split across all of the devices connected to the network. So, a 25 Mbps plan may only be providing 10-15 Mbps to Netflix depending on how many devices are taking a slice. Also, using … Continue reading