Hubs & Network

The key to a truly connected smart home lies in a seamless and reliable network.

Our Hubs & Network category covers everything you need to know about the leading smart home ecosystems such as Alexa, Google Home & Assistant, and Apple Homekit & Siri.

Learn about the benefits of wireless protocols like Zigbee, Z-Wave, Wi-Fi, Matter, and Thread, and how they work together to create a stable and flexible smart home network.

Find the perfect hub and network solutions that fit your unique needs.

A Guide to the Matter Standard

Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025
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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…

A Guide to Thread Networks

Hubs & Network Posted on July 21, 2025
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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…

Step-by-Step Guide to Resetting Your Google Home Mini

Hubs & Network Posted on June 22, 2025
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Got a glitchy Google Home Mini? A quick reset might be just the trick to iron out those pesky connectivity gremlins or to give it a clean slate. Here’s how to put your Google Home Mini back to its original settings. This reset’s handy for sorting troubleshooting headaches or if you’re thinking of passing it along to a new owner. Pop the…

Smart Home Wi-Fi Guide: Optimizing Your Wireless Network in 2023

Hubs & Network Posted on June 22, 2025
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Wi-Fi sure stands out in our homes these days. Among all wireless tech, it really shines, giving dependable links for gadgets that gulp down loads of bandwidth. Imagine smart TVs along with a whole bunch of stuff like streaming gadgets, security systems, video doorbells, smart speakers, and display devices. This has been recognized by the industry, which is why Wi-Fi is an…

Unlock the Future: 2024’s Ultimate Guide to Smart Home Ireland

Hubs & Network Posted on June 22, 2025
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Discovering the latest smart home stats from CSO in Ireland promises an exciting journey for tech enthusiasts. Smart Home Statistics for Ireland With the global smart home market set to reach 120 billion dollars in 2021 with 15% year-on-year growth, there is plenty of headroom in the Irish market for expansion. Research by Strategy Analytics indicates by mid-2023, half of all households…