My Complete Smart Home Checklist for When You're Going on Vacation This Summer

One of the most practical benefits of a smart home is how easy it is to manage when you're away, especially on vacation. With any kind of internet connection you can monitor conditions from afar, make changes and customize alerts so you only get important security updates (or none at all) while you're relaxing on the beach.

But even smart homes benefit from a bit of prep. Here are my favorite device tricks to get your home ready when you're packing for an adventure -- and why they're so helpful.

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Thermostats

If you have a smart thermostat, most types will detect that you're away and offer a way to change the thermostat remotely. After all, that's probably why you bought the thing in the first place. It's a nice perk when you're...

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