48 articles on smart home gear, setup and buying decisions — newest first. Page 4 of 8.
Most video doorbells are designed around American 16-24V AC transformers, not the 8V plug packs and battery chimes common in Australian homes. Here's how to work out what you've got, what a licensed electrician has to do, and when going wire-free is the better call.
Most Australian homes built before the 1990s run a switch loop with no neutral at the wall plate, which is exactly what a smart switch wants. Here are the five realistic ways around it, what each one costs, where flicker comes from, and where a licensed electrician is legally required.
Most Australian switch boxes have no neutral, which rules out a lot of smart switches. Here's how no-neutral switches actually work, why the ceiling rose is often a better place to install a module, and the renter-friendly options that need no wiring at all.
Pet hair, tiled hallways and Australian dust make robot vacuum shopping harder than the marketing suggests. Here's what actually matters - suction, brush design, dustbin or auto-empty base, and mopping - plus where the extra spend is worth it for dog and cat owners.
Confused about smart home hubs? This Australian guide explains what they do, whether you need one, and how to pick the right one for your home.
Most smart plugs look identical and are not. What the 10 amp rating actually means, why the shape matters on a double power point, and the specifications worth checking before you spend.
