At $60 per bulb, Lifx is still an awfully expensive smart light. It also won’t work with Apple HomeKit (or with Siri) like Philips Hue bulbs will. Are LIFX bulbs worth it? Conclusion. All in all, LIFX bulbs are worth … Continue reading →

This variable-speed Ruud air conditioner is part of the new lineup. This review will be the longest, since we’re going to use it to explain some of the review points. Noise range: 54-76 decibels. Remember that these units run at … Continue reading →

Rheem is a good, mid-level water heater brand that’s not too expensive. Its reputation for manufacturing durable, reliable water heaters makes it a good choice for most homes.This gas water heater is Energy Star rated and has a 12-year warranty. … Continue reading →

FARMINGTON, Conn. — Carrier’s intended purchase of International Comfort Products Corp.ICP’s unitary product lines include Arcoaire, Airquest, Comfortmaker, Heil, and Tempstar. Carrier brands include Bryant, Carrier, Day & Night, Payne, and WeatherMaker. Are Carrier and comfortmaker the same? Both Carrier … Continue reading →

Once you know the name of the device you want to call, you can simply use the command “Drop in.” To talk to another room which has an Echo Dot named “Master Bedroom,” for example, just say something like, “Alexa, … Continue reading →

between 15-20 years. Modern air conditioners can last between 15-20 years, and older air conditioners last around 10-12 years. The health and efficiency of your A/C depends on a number of factors, including whether or not you properly maintained the … Continue reading →

Ecobee makes some of our favorite smart thermostats, and today those thermostats are getting a little more capable with the addition of support for the Google Assistant. The Ecobee3, Ecobee3 Lite, and Ecobee4 can now all be controlled from the … Continue reading →

The best way is to check your outside system; there is usually a label that specifies if it is a heat pump or an air conditioner. If no such designation exists, Google the model number and brand name. You can … Continue reading →

23-AWG. Cat6 cabling standards typically utilize 23-AWG conductor. That = . 0226 inches in diameter per wire. What gauge wire is in Ethernet cable? Standard ethernet cable is typically 23 or 24 AWG from most manufacturers. However, you also have … Continue reading →

Answer: The 24 volts comes from a low voltage transformer.If the contactor is not getting the 24 volts to the contactor coil then it could be a time delay relay (if the unit is equipped), thermostat problem, transformer, safety control … Continue reading →

Nest Detect senses that a door or window is open or closed by measuring the magnetic force from the open/close magnet. When Nest Secure is armed, and Detect senses it has moved away from the magnet, the alarm will sound … Continue reading →

Smart meters reduce power outage and restoration time, and are beneficial for single and multiple events. Will a power cut affect my smart meter? Hopefully the power will be restored quickly and the good news is that your Smart meter … Continue reading →

Step by step Process to run a wire from meter to breaker box: Step 1: Gather all the necessary tools. Step 2: Turn off the main switch. Step 3: Insert the four-conductor cable into the clamp. Step 4: Find the … Continue reading →

50 billion. Looking to the future, Cisco IBSG predicts there will be 25 billion devices connected to the Internet by 2015 and 50 billion by 2020. It is important to note that these estimates do not take into account rapid … Continue reading →

A good internet speed is at or above 25 Mbps. These speeds will support most online activity, such as HD streaming, online gaming, web browsing and downloading music. What does 250MB broadband mean? With your 250MB of data, you’ll be … Continue reading →