Tom Kolnowski

Tom Kolnowski is the Chief Content Officer & Founder of Digitized House Media, LLC, the publisher of Digitized House | Guide to the Connected Home. When he isn’t writing about smart home technology, sustainability, and high-performance architecture, you’ll find him exploring faraway destinations with his family.
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Philips Hue Integration Coming for August and Yale Smart Locks

Smart lock makers August and Yale have announced a new integration program…

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A Google Nest Hello video doorbell installation powered by a Ninety7 Indoor Power Adapter. Image: Digitized House.
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Ninety7 Indoor Power Adapter for the Nest Hello Doorbell

The Google Nest Hello Video Doorbell remains one of our top recommendations…

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Want the capability to review your security camera's video history? You may need to buy a subscription plan. Image: Digitized House.
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Definitive Guide to Security Camera Subscription Plans

The latest in DIY security cameras and video doorbells are among the…

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The Haiku UV-C fan from Big Ass Fans. Image: Big Ass Fans.
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Big Ass Fans to Launch Haiku UV-C Fan With Germicidal Feature

Moving beyond efficient high volume low speed (HVLS) airflow, Big Ass Fans,…

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Apple HomeKit and Control Center make their debut on the forthcoming tvOS 14. Image: Apple.
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Apple Brings HomeKit to Apple TV With tvOS 14

At a digital keynote address during their virtual Worldwide Developers Conference 2020…

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Google is offering new Nest Aware plans, suitable for cameras such as the Google Nest Cam IQ Outdoor. Image: Digitized House.
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Should You Upgrade to New Nest Aware?

Google Nest has started rolling out the new Nest Aware cloud video…

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Google is offering a free Nest Mini speaker with some Nest Aware upgrades. Image: Digitized House.
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Free Google Nest Mini Latest Offer for Nest Aware Subscribers

Google has upped the ante on giveaways to existing Google Nest cam…

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Google is offering a free Google Nest Hub to some subscribers to the Nest Aware Plus subscription plans. Image: Digitized House.
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Google Offers Free Nest Hubs to Some Nest Aware Plus Subscribers

Too good to be true? That's what we first thought when we…

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August Wi-Fi Smart Lock Begins Shipping

Following its debut at CES 2020 back in January, the August Wi-Fi…

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Hiro aims to rewrite home insurance through in-app discounts for smart home technology. Image: Digitized House.
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Hiro Aims to Rewrite Home Insurance for Smart Homes

Aiming to redefine the concept of home insurance, tech startup Hero Labs…

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The eero mesh Wi-Fi system now supports Apple HomeKit router security features. Image: Digitized House.
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eero Mesh Wi-Fi Gains Apple HomeKit Security

Connected home security just took a definitive leap forward as mesh Wi-Fi…

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Smart locks are among the most popular ways to add security and safety to your home. Image: Digitized House Media.
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August Smart Lock and SmartThings Wi-Fi Integration Review

Beyond the predominance of the Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant…

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The Level Lock from startup Level Home is designed to fit inside the door frame. Image: Level Home.
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Level Lock to Turn Smart Lock Outside In

From startup Level Home, the Level Lock aims to turn the smart…

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Our testing setup for the August Smart Lock Pro. Image: Digitized House.
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August Smart Lock Pro Review

August Home, as a pioneer in the smart door lock genre, continues…

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The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock. Image: August Home.
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August Expands Portfolio with Wi-Fi Smart Lock at CES 2020

At CES 2020, August Home has announced a new home security product,…

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The Netatmo Smart Door Lock can use Netatmo app, Apple HomeKit, and physical NFC keys for access. Image: Netatmo.
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Netatmo Smart Door Lock to Feature Apple HomeKit and NFC Keys

Taking a different approach to residential door security, the Netatmo Smart Door…

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The LG Signature OLED 8K TV in the 88-in. size. Image: LG.
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Apple HomeKit Coming to LG Real 8K TVs at CES 2020

LG Electronics will be launching an expanded lineup of 8K TVs at…

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The entire Phyn portfolio. From left to right, Phyn Plus, Phyn Smart Water Assistant, Phyn XL 1.5 and Phyn XL 2. Image Phyn.
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Phyn Smart Water Portfolio Expands at CES 2020 with Phyn XL Line

Smart water pioneer Phyn has announced they are moving upmarket with the…

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In the U.S. market, Samsung holds a commanding share of the smart TV pie. Image: Samsung.
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Smart TVs Continue to Resonate with Global Consumers

Is there a smart TV in your media room? If so, you…

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The Sonos One (Gen 2) wireless smart speaker is on sale. Image: Sonos.
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Best Sonos Wireless Audio Deals Continue Through the Holiday

Did you miss out on the Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals…

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