The Work-from-Home Lifeline: Using Starlink as Failover Internet!
Emergency Preparedness / Smart Home

The Work-from-Home Lifeline: Using Starlink as Failover Internet!

How to Stay Online During Power and Internet Outages - Why Starlink Roam is the Perfect Backup Internet Solution for Your Home Office If you work from home and rely on Zoom meetings, video calls, or cloud-based tools, a momentary drop in your Internet connection can cause more than frustration—it can cost you time, money, and reputation. Starlink was a game-changer for people in rural areas with limited Internet access, but with its rapidly growing satellite constellation, affordable pricing options, and surprisingly easy setup, Starlink has now emerged as a consideration for urban and suburban…

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2025-05-24
Refoss Smart Energy Monitor EM16 – In-depth Review
Home Assistant / Smart Home

Refoss Smart Energy Monitor EM16 – In-depth Review

A Whole Home Energy Monitoring Solution Compatible With Home Assistant The Refoss Smart Energy Monitor EM16 (Amazon link) is a versatile monitoring system perfect for those looking to track the power consumption of large appliances and entire home circuits. As someone in a fully electric home, I found this device invaluable for gaining detailed insights into my energy usage and creating meaningful automations for monitoring large appliances. I wanted to monitor the current, or power consumption, of several large appliances that I could not monitor with just smart energy monitor plugs (Amazon link).  I also did…

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2025-01-25
Eufy Security eufyCam S3 Pro: Say Goodby to False Alerts
Security / Smart Home

Eufy Security eufyCam S3 Pro: Say Goodby to False Alerts

I've personally overseen the installation of security camera systems, including a large Unifi Protect multi-NVR setup with a mix of 4K and 2K indoor and outdoor cameras covering a large retail and office space. This system in particular was installed in a high traffic area and has actually led to multiple arrest warrants being issued based on the video footage captured. Each law enforcement officer who saw the footage was blown away by the clarity and ability to quickly scrub through hours of footage to get to the exact moment when the act of valiance…

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2025-01-10
Speed Up an Old MacMini to Build a Simple Home Server
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Home Lab / Tech Gear

Speed Up an Old MacMini to Build a Simple Home Server

If you have an old Mac Mini from 2012-2018 gathering dust or pick one up for a bargain on eBay, you might be sitting on an underrated gem. With a few inexpensive upgrades, you can breathe new life into this compact machine and dramatically improve its performance. While it won’t match the blazing speed of Apple’s current in-house made M-series chips, this is a fantastic way to get more mileage out of an older device. Why Upgrade Your Mac Mini? The 2012-2018 Mac Mini, while dated, still has enough power to handle basic tasks like…

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2024-11-09
Product Review: Govee Outdoor LED Strip Lights (65.6ft)
Home Assistant / Lifestyle / Smart Home

Product Review: Govee Outdoor LED Strip Lights (65.6ft)

If you’re looking for a versatile, vibrant, and durable outdoor lighting solution, the Govee Outdoor LED Strip Lights might just be your perfect match. These smart, IP65 waterproof RGBIC lights work with Alexa and Google Assistant, making them ideal for any patio, eave, or outdoor decoration setup. After using them for over a year, I can confidently say they’re worth the investment. Initial Impressions Installing these lights was a straightforward yet rewarding experience. To secure the light strip, I used large paper binder clips as temporary supports while peeling off the adhesive backing and sticking the…

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2024-10-05

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