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Steven Kontra is a Linux systems engineer and IoT enthusiast who writes about connected technology, smart homes, and industrial automation.
Best Smart Home Protocol for US Homes in 2026
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Matter 1.4 vs Zigbee vs Z-Wave: Best Smart Home Protocol for US Homes in 2026

By KontraNet IoT Hub | Last Updated: June 3, 2026 | Reading time: 11 min Quick Pick for US Homeowners in 2026 Use this table if you just need the answer fast: Your SituationBest…
Posted by Steven Kontra June 3, 2026
Best Cellular IoT Data Plans for US Makers in 2026
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Best Cellular IoT Data Plans for US Makers in 2026: Hologram vs Twilio vs Soracom Tested

By KontraNet IoT Hub | Last Updated: June 1, 2026 | Reading time: 9 min Quick Pick for US Makers in 2026 Use this table if you just need the answer fast: Your Project…
Posted by Steven Kontra June 1, 2026
smart home energy saving
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Smart Home Energy Saving: How to Cut Your Electricity Bill in 2026

Smart home energy saving is one of the most effective ways to cut your electricity costs in 2026 — and the results are measurable. The average American household spends between…
Posted by Steven Kontra May 30, 2026
smart locks keyless entry
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Smart Locks & Keyless Entry: The Complete Beginner’s Guide for 2026

Keys are one of those things we've lived with for so long that we forget how inconvenient they actually are. You lose them. You forget them. You make copies for…
Posted by Steven Kontra May 24, 2026
Best Linux Distros for IoT in 2026
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Best Linux Distros for IoT in 2026: Pi 5, RISC-V, and Edge AI Tested

Linux powers 80% of Internet of Things devices shipped in the US, from your Home Assistant hub to industrial sensors at Ford plants. With Raspberry Pi 5, cheap RISC-V boards,…
Posted by Steven Kontra May 22, 2026
AIoT combines artificial intelligence with your smart home devices — and the results are remarkable. Discover what AIoT means, how it works, and what it already does in your home right now.
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AIoT: What Happens When Your Smart Home Gets a Brain

Your smart thermostat already knows your schedule. Your robot vacuum already maps your floor plan. Your doorbell camera already distinguishes between a person, a car, and a squirrel. None of…
Posted by Steven Kontra May 20, 2026
best smart home gadgets under $50
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Best Smart Home Gadgets Under $50 in 2026: 10 Picks That Are Actually Worth It

Smart home technology has a reputation for being expensive. And sure, a fully automated house with motorised blinds, a video doorbell on every door, and a $300 thermostat isn't cheap.…
Posted by Steven Kontra May 17, 2026
IoT in Everyday Life
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IoT in Everyday Life: What It Is, How It Works, and Why It Already Affects You

IoT in Everyday Life - You woke up this morning and IoT was already working. Maybe your thermostat had already warmed the house before your alarm went off — because…
Posted by Steven Kontra May 15, 2026
Smart Home Energy Incentives in the U.S.
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Maximize Your Savings: A Guide to Smart Home Energy Incentives in the U.S. (2026)

If you live in the United States, your monthly electric bill is likely one of your largest recurring expenses. However, most homeowners are unaware that their gadgets can actually earn…
Posted by Steven Kontra May 12, 2026
Smart Mirror Display: What It Is, What It Can Do, and How to Get One in 2026
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Smart Mirror Display: What It Is, What It Can Do, and How to Get One in 2026

Picture your bathroom mirror showing the weather forecast while you brush your teeth. Your bedroom mirror displaying today's calendar appointments, the time, and a news headline as you get dressed.…
Posted by Steven Kontra May 10, 2026

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