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How to Change Alexa’s Name/Wake Word or Voice

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Not sure about how to change Alexa’s wake word or voice? No problem! Walk through our step-by-step guide to learn how!

Understanding Passive PoE: Essential Guide for Network Enthusiasts in 2024

By Daniel Henderson Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Learn about Passive PoE vs Active PoE, how power is negotiated and transferred, what the risks and best practices are when choosing a PoE power supply.

Solved: How to Put Alexa in to Pairing Mode

By Sophia Miller Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Put Alexa in pairing mode with ease using these simple tips.

Ways to use the Google Home App on PC or Windows

By Daniel Henderson Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Check out these handy workarounds to get the Google Home app up and running on your Windows PC or laptop. No need to depend only on your smartphone anymore!

Why Is My Amazon Echo Alexa Yellow?

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

If you have noticed a blinking Alexa Yellow Ring, it means you have new notifications! We explain how to dismiss or disable from showing on your Echo.

5 Simple Solutions to Brighten Your Day: Solving the Alexa Purple Light Mystery

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

The Amazon Echo Purple Ring is one of the rarest lights your Alexa smart speaker will flash. We show what it means and how to disable it.

2024 Guide to Voice Assistants & Smart Speakers

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Voice-controlled assistants show their best when managing smart home tasks. Give them the right orders, and they handle stuff like playing your favorite songs, changing the lights, setting reminders, adjusting the temperature, lifting the blinds, and a whole lot more whenever you want. Meet the Contenders! There are five major voice assistants in the market worthy of consideration. Alexa Alexa is a…

2024 Top Z-Wave Controllers – What they are and best devices available!

By Sophia Miller Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

The brain of your smart home network, we guide you through your home automation options and dive into the best Z-Wave controllers for the job.

How to Change Siri’s Voice or Name

By Sophia Miller Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Personalize your Siri voice assistant with a new accent, gender or language!

Connect MyQ with Google Home & Google Assistant (2023 Update)

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

A common question we get asked is can you hook up your Chamberlain myQ garage door opener with your Google Home setup and control with Google Assistant?

2024 Best Alexa Sleep Sounds to Relax, Meditate or Doze Off!

By Sophia Miller Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Having trouble falling asleep? Use Alexa Sleep sounds to fight insomnia or to help you meditate or relax after a hard days work!

Troubleshooting the Alexa Blue Ring

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

A spinning Amazon Echo Blue Ring indicates that Alexa has heard your command and is processing it. It can also mean your device has recently rebooted or is updating.

Solved: Google Home Won’t Connect to Wi-Fi

By Daniel Henderson Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Are you using a smart home device and Google Home won’t connect to Wi-Fi network? Check out this guide to find a simple solution to the problem.

Google Home Bluetooth Keeps Disconnecting

By Sophia Miller Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

In 2018, users reported a bug that causes their Google Home speaker to disconnect from their streaming device when using Bluetooth.

Solved in 2024: No Sound from your Amazon Echo Show!

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Struggling with the sound on your Amazon Echo Show? Follow this step by step guide for some quick ways to fix sound issues with your device.

A Guide to the Matter Standard

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Turning your house into a smart home might feel like piecing together a complex puzzle, especially when you’re trying to coordinate gadgets from lots of different brands. In addition, having smart devices dependent on a cloud server dramatically slows things down as well as poses numerous privacy and security risks. Matter has the potential to change all of that, by establishing a…

Solved: Alexa Routines Not Working

By Sophia Miller Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Does your Google search include the term – Alexa Routines not working? If yes, our article has just what you need to get your Alexa device back in working order!

5 Essential Facts: Does Alexa Need WiFi to Function Effectively?

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Do you own Amazon Echo or Echo Dot speakers or are thinking about buying them? If so, you must be asking yourself, does Alexa need Wi-Fi? Check out this article to answer all your questions about your Alexa devices.

A Guide to Thread Networks

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

If you love high-tech home gadgets, then you’ve probably heard of the Matter standard. It’s set to revolutionize how smart home systems operate. How, you ask? By crafting a smart app layer that integrates seamlessly with all sorts of devices. Think of it like a tech wizard capable of uniting different gadgets to work in harmony. Isn’t that cool? Dive deeper into…

Zigbee vs Thread: Which is Better?

By Daniel Walsh Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025

Feeling stuck in the smart home world and not sure which tech to choose? You’re in luck! Learn all about Thread and Zigbee, two big names in smart home communication. I discuss their key features, differences, and how they fit into the new, interoperable Matter standard. By the end of this post, you should have a clear understanding of these technologies and…