Philips Hue automations and schemes are great, but they’re nowhere near as powerful as Alexa routines. But what do you do if you’re unable to link Hue with Alexa? In this article, I’m going to show you the fastest, simplest fixes to try when Philips Hue is not connecting to Alexa. I suggest you start […]
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Hue bulbs usually run smoothly, but when issues arise, it’s essential to know how to reset them, whether you have a Hue bridge or not. In this post, we’ll explore four straightforward ways to reset Philips Hue bulbs. Whether you’re using Bluetooth or the Hue Zigbee bridge, and no matter the bulb generation, you’ll find
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When Alexa won’t stream Apple Music, it’s frustrating. Here’s a straightforward solution to get your tunes playing smoothly again, without ruining your day. In this guide, we’ll tackle common issues between Apple Music and Echo speakers. Start with the initial solutions—they’re simple and quick, often resolving the problem. Let’s get straight to it. 1. Turn
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Hue bridges stand out in the Hue ecosystem, enabling you to link bulbs for unified lighting scenes and control your Hue lights remotely. But, is it possible to use more than one Hue bridge at home? In the Hue app, you’re free to add multiple bridges. While one bridge usually suffices, introducing a second can
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Did you know that Alexa is secretly a DJ? Give her access to your Spotify free or premium account, and she can play it, shuffle it, pump up the bass, and even pick out music based on your mood or current activity. All you need are the magic words, and you’ll find them all right
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Smart plugs are a mainstay in most smart homes. They offer a cheap, easy way to control your dumb devices and integrate them into your smart home ecosystem. Most smart plugs run on 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, but some brands have now started offering 5 GHz-compatible smart plugs. In this article, you’ll discover what a 5
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Carrying a heavy vacuum around the house is not great for your back, especially if you have stairs. Robot vacuums are self-propelled, which seems like a better option. However, you’ll still need to lift or carry them every once in a while. Most Roombas weigh 6.7–8.7 pounds. That does not include the base or any
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Why settle for a single speaker when two can transform your space with sound? Whether it’s filling your home with tunes or getting lost in a show, a stereo setup elevates the experience. But, is Alexa up to the task? Well, sort of. Alexa doesn’t allow music playback on both itself and a Bluetooth speaker
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Philips Hue is the most popular brand in smart lighting, but their premium price tag turns off some smart home beginners. That’s why WiZ, an up-and-coming budget smart bulb brand, is so appealing. The same parent company, Signify, has owned both Philips Hue and WiZ since 2019, so the two brands now have a lot
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The Amazon Echo is a fantastic device until it goes offline. An offline Echo Dot (or other Echo) is basically just a high-tech paperweight. Sadly, the error messages and app aren’t particularly helpful for troubleshooting an Alexa offline error. That’s why I put together this comprehensive guide to show you how to quickly and easily
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