#home automation

Is ditching Google Home for an Alexa setup actually worth the headache?

Would you ever trust an IoT system to run your entire house without you?

After the Google and Amazon fee changes, do you trust free smart home hubs?

Is a $50 smart plug really worth the extra cost over a cheap bulb?

Does anyone else think most smart home tech prioritises convenience over actual network privacy?

Do you actually need a whole-home IoT system, or is a single smart speaker just as good for most people?

Should “energy monitoring” features be built-in, or is that just a marketing gimmick?

Has your smart home setup changed since AI assistants got way smarter?

What’s your take on the latest IoT smart home gadgets that don’t break the bank?

Would you ever trust a smart home assistant for things like locks and heating or is that overkill?

Should smart home tech prioritize privacy and local control over cloud-dependent “intelligence”?

Would you ever install smart plugs just to track your electricity usage?