Tag: Home Automation

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The Gang from HomeTech.fm with the Current State and Challenges of Home Automation – HGG607

This week I have Gavin Campell, TJ Huddleston and Seth Johnson, hosts of the HomeTech Podcast at HomeTech.fm and we discuss the current state of the home tech market, including challenges and strategies for hiding technology in home theater installations, integrating various smart home devices and systems, and the benefits and drawbacks of robot lawn… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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TJ Huddleston from HomeTech.fm with Maker Spaces, Home Automation Favorites and the Litter Robot – HGG595

This week I am joined by TJ Huddleston from HomeTech.fm. We kick off the conversation by delving into the intricacies of TJ's background, gaining valuable insights into the technological landscape that has shaped his journey. We look at the dynamic realm of Maker Spaces, exploring the symbiotic relationship between innovation and community through entities like… Click for more / Podcast Player>
Emporia Level 2 EV Charger for home EV charging

Emporia Level 2 EV Charger in 2026: 40A vs. 48A, Load Management and What to Know Before Installing

The Emporia Level 2 EV Charger is one of those products where the headline number can be misleading if you don’t understand the electrical installation behind it. Emporia advertises charging at up to 48 amps, but not every installation gets 48A. A hardwired Emporia charger can support up to 48A on an appropriate 60A circuit. A plug-in installation using a NEMA 14-50 outlet tops out at 40A on a 50A circuit. That difference matters more than most EV charger marketing lets on. This is not a hands-on review — I have not installed or personally used an Emporia EV Charger.

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Marv Bee with Small Business AI Questions and UPS Recommendations – HGG572

Marv Bee from the IT Business Podcast joins me today. In this episode, we discuss the issues behind using Chat GPT and AI, covering things like attribution and sources, and how AI is missing the ability to have an opinion. We'll also be talking about me replacing my UPS after a power outage, the importance… Click for more / Podcast Player>
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A Look at EaseUS EverySync, Listener Feedback and Mike has a Frankenbuild – HGG430

Jim has been using EaseUS EverySync for the last month and does a hands on review to start the show. We read some user feedback from Neal who talks about his camera set up and Bruce from the Discord group who left us some pictures of the lights on his deck. We wrap the show… Click for more / Podcast Player>