Smart Home
2 published articles
Gaming4 min read
Tech History
The Clapper barely worked, and it changed everything anyway
The Clapper never worked reliably and could fry your gadgets. Yet it became a household name. A new podcast episode explores how a bad smart home gadget became a viral hit anyway, and what that says about the gap between marketing and engineering.
2026-07-28
Robotics & DronesFeatured8 min read
Smart Lock Review
The Schlage Sense Pro locked my front door before I could unlock it, then I fixed it
The Schlage Sense Pro uses ultra-wideband to unlock your front door as you approach, no keys, no codes, no phone taps. It is the first hands-free system this reviewer trusts, but its $399 price tag and exclusive reliance on Apple Home Key make it a hard sell for Android users, at least for now.
2026-07-09