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In part 2 of GearBrain's how to create a smart dorm room, we explore smart vacuums and trackers.  Smart vacuums can be an effective way for college students to help keep their dorm room clean.   It works 24/7 and without the need of a human to operate.  We will help you learn everything you need to know about smart vacuums as well as trackers before you buy these devices.  We will discuss ways to use them and how they can make your dorm room smart with very little work.   For more information on smart vacuums and trackers, visit www.gearbrain.com.  We have news, reviews and how-to articles to educate you on what you need to know to live a more connected lifestyle.

In this podcast, GearBrain will help provide insights on how best to use your Amazon Alexa enabled device.  Whether you have an Echo, Echo Dot, Echo Show, Echo Spot or a connected device with Amazon Alexa's voice platform embedded, this episode will discuss innovative and easy ways to use Amazon Alexa to help simplify your life.  GearBrain will also point out the challenges these devices present and offer solutions.  For more information on how to use Amazon Alexa enabled devices, you can visit www.gearbrain.com.  

In this episode, GearBrain will help you learn everything you need to know about smart plugs and their role in turning your dorm room into a smart dorm room.  We will discuss how you use them as a standalone connected device or as part of a home automation system, like a home security system.  You will learn about the different wireless connections these smart plugs work off and how you can control a variety of devices remotely using your smartphone.   You can also visit GearBrain.com to learn more about smart plugs and other connected devices.

In Part 3 of GearBrain's How to Make a Smart Dorm Room, you will learn about smart lights.  We will help you understand how smart lights can be installed in your dorm room and talk about the ones you should consider buying.  GearBrain will also help you learn everything you need to know about smart lights, including how they connect with other smart home devices and hubs.

GearBrain has put together a series of podcasts to help you learn how to create a smart dorm room.  In this episode, we provide you with insight on the products we will explore which can take an ordinary dorm room and make it smart.  You can also visit GearBrain (http://bit.ly/2TJAm3k) to learn more about connected devices and systems which can help you live a more connected life.

 GearBrain speaks with Mitchell Klein, Executive Director of Z-Wave Alliance about today's smart home market on GearBrain TV.  Learn about wireless protocols and how important a role they play when you are building a smart home.  You will also hear Mitchell talk about trends in the industry and get helpful hints on building a new connected life.  You can also visit http://bit.ly/2BTXYvw to learn more about Z-Wave and how it works in automating your home today.