Another Glitch in the Cloud
When Ring users saw suspicious logins, the company called it a “visual bug.” We explore why this incident reveals the myth of the “digital fortress” and the dangers of trusting your home’s security to the cloud.
Building a Digital Castle: Layered Security for Your Thinking Home
Your locally controlled hub is a locked safe, but is your network an open door? This guide explains the professional strategy of layered security, the key to making your smart home a true digital sanctuary.
The Thinking Home: Unpacking the Market Potential for the Definitive Smart Home Guide
Smart home enthusiasm is tempered by deep anxiety over privacy and control. This post introduces “The Thinking Home,” a book providing the antidote: a complete methodology for building a truly sovereign smart home.
The Spousal Approval Factor: Building a Smart Home Your Family Will Actually Love
A smart home fails if it isn’t intuitive for your family. Learn the secrets to achieving a high Spousal Approval Factor, from prioritizing physical switches to solving your partner’s actual daily frustrations.
No More “Did I Lock the Door?”: Essential Security Automations for Peace of Mind
From automated door locking and fire safety responses to vacation mode presence simulation, a Thinking Home works to protect you. This guide covers the essential security automations for true peace of mind.
Is Your Smart Home Spying on You? The Hidden Cost of “Free” Convenience
Your smart home’s convenience comes with a steep, hidden price: your privacy. Learn how much personal data is being collected by tech giants and why local control is the architectural solution to protect yourself.