Smart Switches can be turned on and off from inside the app, while “Smart Alarms” send you push notifications when they detect an electrical signal. This builds on all the electric wotsits that were added in an update last year. … Continue reading →

The best source of light during a power outage is any high-quality portable LED light source. LED flashlights use less energy than regular flashlights, which means longer battery life. They are also capable of being as bright or brighter than … Continue reading →

How do you run a new outlet from an existing one? To start, turn off the power to the existing outlet at the breaker panel, and test to ensure it’s off. Then, remove the outlet and detach the wires. Install … Continue reading →

How can I make a flashlight? Cut a hole in the bottom of a paper cup just large enough for the bulb. Place the bulb into the hole and secure the cup to the cardboard base with more tape. Insert … Continue reading →

The easiest landscape lighting to place in the backyard is solar lighting (below). This type of lighting has no cords to be hidden. It should be positioned in such a way that the photovoltaic cell in the lighting fixture receives … Continue reading →

1) Turn off the power, remove the cover plate, and unscrew the receptacle. 2) Pull the receptacle out of the box and remove the wires attached to its terminals. 3) Use a screwdriver to pry out a knockout. 4) Outside, … Continue reading →

Black Light is a simulator of real black light. In the app you can change and select the TONE of color that you want (Deep purple variations), the TIME that you want the screen will be active and the BRIGHTNESS … Continue reading →

When you’re home at night This is a good time to leave the porch light on. It alerts burglars to your presence, particularly if indoor lights are on too. The porch light also acts as a spotlight on the front … Continue reading →

Use a Resistive Heating Element Suitable appliances include room heaters, toasters, stoves and ovens. Simply turn on the appliance and wait for the element to get red hot, then touch the candle wick to the hot element and it should … Continue reading →

The Nest Cams work on both. Each Nest Indoor and Outdoor cams will use a maximum bandwidth of 1.2 megabits per second (mbps) to stream as intended at a resolution of 1080 pixels. To stream at 1080p resolution, you will … Continue reading →

Hello! 2 white lights on your Google Nest Mini is the indication that your device is starting up. If it’s stuck on the two white lights, then try rebooting your device or turning the microphone off and on. How do … Continue reading →

3 Steps To Diagnosing Bandwidth Complaints Analyze SNMP data for your network links. If they really are saturated, that should be obvious. Listen in on conversations. No, we’re not really suggesting you spy on everyone. Look deeper into application behavior. … Continue reading →

Google records your voice and audio, plus a few seconds before, when you use audio activations like: Tapping the microphone icon. Pressing the talk button on a headset. Saying activation commands like “Hey Google.” Is Google always listening? The short … Continue reading →

Fix issues with “Hey Google” on a mobile device Step 1: Check for Google app updates. Step 2: Check if Hey Google is turned on. Step 3: Check your Assistant’s language. Step 4: Turn off Battery Saver and Adaptive Battery. … Continue reading →

What’s The Difference Between Vertical And Venetian Blinds? Both vertical and venetian blinds are ideal for situations where you need shade and privacy but don’t want to lose too much light. If you are looking for privacy and a good … Continue reading →