Smart thermostats can be pretty stupid at times. That dreaded Ecobee “Calibrating Heat/Cool Disabled” message is a prime example. When your system stalls during calibration, it’s entirely useless, and your home can quickly get uncomfortably hot or unbearably cold. In this article, we’ll show you what to do when your Ecobee says calibrating for longer […]
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Old TVs are basically smart TVs without internet and apps, and we can fix both of those shortcomings. In this article, we’ll walk through how to connect a non-smart TV to Wi-Fi quickly and easily. How Do You Know If Your TV Has Wi-Fi Built-In? There are a few places you can look to see
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Seeing the Ecobee flash a green light might seem annoying, but it’s expected behavior. We’ll explain the significance of this light, guide you through handling it, and show you steps to turn it off if it becomes a nuisance. Why Is My Ecobee Flashing Green? Seeing a green light flicker on your Ecobee thermostat? It’s
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Roomba tackles the chaos, but it needs breaks to recharge. Luckily, its charging time is short, so it’s quickly back to work. This article breaks down Roomba’s charging duration, its run time on a full charge, and tips to extend its battery life, keeping it ready for your messes without much wait. How Long Does
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Every smart speaker has its own quirks, limitations, and fun easter eggs. Alexa is no exception. Your Echo is packed with corny jokes, fun games, and a hidden gem called Super Alexa Mode. What Is Super Alexa Mode? Super-Alexa Mode is a cheat code hidden inside Alexa that causes Alexa to go into secret mode.
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Are you having issues with your Wi-Fi? While Wi-FI is usually a requirement for streaming, there are ways to cast to your TV that don’t require a Wi-Fi connection. If you have a streaming stick and a smartphone, you may be able to cast your phone screen on your TV. Alternatively, you can connect your
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Roombas are game-changers for keeping your smart home neat and tidy. Aside from emptying them every few days, there’s very little maintenance required for these powerful machines. However, when your Roomba won’t charge, all of that convenience quickly fades away. In this article, we’ll detail several quick fixes for issues with Roomba not charging. We’ll
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Gone are the days of juggling multiple remotes for your gadgets. Enter the universal remote – a game-changer in streamlining your home technology experience. This guide simplifies how to pair universal remotes with Firestick and other Fire TV gadgets. Discover easy steps to connect your universal remote and explore alternative ways to manage your Firestick
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YouTube is probably the most important missing app on the Echo Show. Several workarounds have been suggested over the years for watching YouTube and YouTube TV on Amazon Echo Show devices, but most of those workarounds don’t work anymore. In this article, we’ll take a look at who can still watch YouTube TV on Echo
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Your Firestick is made to be online, but that doesn’t mean it’s completely useless when the internet goes out. In this guide, I’ll show you what your Firestick can do without the internet or Wi-Fi, including how to watch your offline movies or play games on your Fire TV. Do You Need Internet for Firestick?
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