As technology makes its way more into our homes with the claim of making our lives easier and more convenient, for Orthodox Jews these benefits often come at a cost and with a headache. Appliances these days – big and small – are packed with features that are great to use during the week but …
Have your smart speaker remind you to count the Omer, even on Shabbos!
What a smart home can do, and why it is more than just the latest tech craze It’s not quite as “millennial” as you’d think. Smart homes are not just a tech fad or a craze that will pass as quickly as angry birds or silly bands or green ketchup did; it looks like …
Smart thermostats such as those made by Nest and Ecobee use an array of sensors and intelligent programming to provide homeowners with greater control, comfort and energy savings from their heating and cooling systems. While these devices have proven popular with consumers, some Jewish consumers have refrained from upgrading their thermostats because they are wary …
If your home is anything like mine, then your Friday afternoons are hectic and rushed no matter what time you light candles. There’s a good chance you forgot to turn on the Shabbos lamp or to turn off the lights in the kids’ bedroom. Minutes before lighting you’re probably making sure the hot plate and …