You’ve seen them perched on kitchen counters, propped on nightstands, and wedged between a spice rack and a coffee maker. Smart displays are everywhere — but which one is actually worth your counter space, and which ones are just expensive digital photo frames with an attitude problem? I’ve spent months living with the top contenders, … Read more
Here’s the pitch every energy monitor company wants to sell you: “See where your electricity goes, and save hundreds a year!” Sounds great. The dashboard is gorgeous. The graphs are mesmerizing. You can check your phone at work and see exactly how many watts your house is pulling right now. Whole-house energy monitors promise to … Read more
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