Remember as a kid we were told about the world of tomorrow with the flying cars, automated kitchens, and other gadgets that would give us nearly unlimited leisure time to do what we wanted? Living in a “smart home” probably sounded futuristic, almost George Jetson like, or back to the future. Well, we don’t yet have flying cars, but we do have video telephones as well as smart refrigerators and voice-activated lights, and a host of other potential gadgets to add to our "smart home" setup.
But even the most advanced technology can have it's own set of problems. Hackers can get past weak passwords and insecure physical and logical configurations. Bad connections can turn advanced into basic pretty quickly.
Have you run into any issues with your smart home gadgets? Not to worry! We’ve got your back when it comes to troubleshooting several common smart home issues.
Here are some of the most frequent problems. Along with simple steps to get your smart haven back on track.
1. Connectivity Woes
Are your smart gadgets refusing to connect to Wi-Fi? The main claim to fame of smart devices is that you can access them wirelessly. An internet connection is also vital to integrate several devices into a smart home hub.