May 01, 2019

What transformer should I use with The Ring Doorbell Pro?

May 01, 2019/ One Hour Smart Home Team

Learn what transformers you can use that are compatible with the Ring Pro Video Doorbell. We teach you what you need to know to identify the voltage of your existing doorbell transformer and what tools to use to upgrade your transformer to be compatible with the Ring Pro Doorbell. The Ring Pro Doorbell requires that the transformer supply between 16-24V AC to function properly. Depending on your existing doorbell setup you will need to upgrade to a 16V-30VA transformer or a 24V-40VA transformer for the Ring Doorbell Pro. www.onehoursmarthome.com

April 30, 2019

How to control your nest smart lock with voice using google home.

April 30, 2019/ James Both

How to control your nest smart lock with voice, using google home and google assistant. We teach you how to set up and control your nest x yale smart lock using voice commands and a google home or google home mini device. If you have a nest smart lock you can follow the the simple formula we provide to lock your front door with your voice. We also provide a video guide showing you how to connect the nest smart lock to google voice. Even if you don’t have a google home mini you can still set up your nest x yale smart lock to be controlled with voice using google assistant on your smart home. With our guide you will learn how to set up the nest smart lock so you can say “Ok, google lock my door” and like magic you nest smart lock will engage and lock with just the sound of your voice.

October 22, 2018

Nest Protect Smart Smoke Detector Review

October 22, 2018/ James Both

We review the nest protect smart smoke detector and how it works with other nest smart home products. You may not know that the nest protect smart smoke detector can do a lot more than just detect smoke, it can also work with your nest thermostat and nest smart cameras to make your home safer. We talk about why the nest protect smoke detector is a good investment in safety for any home and the best features that we use with the nest protect smart smoke detector. We also provide you with several useful tips and tricks when installing your smart home smoke detector to make your life easier when you install them and save you time. If you are considering what smart home smoke detector to buy this gives you a great overview of what the nest protect can do and why we have one installed in our home.

July 30, 2018

If I don't have an existing doorbell chime can I still use a nest hello video doorbell? How can I get it to ring?

July 30, 2018/ James Both

How to use a google home mini as a doorbell chime with your nest hello. We teach you how to connect your nest hello smart video doorbell to the google home mini to use it as a chime if you have no existing doorbell wiring in you home for a chime, or if you have an existing intercom system that does not have a chime or if you have a large house and want to use a google home mini as a doorbell chime so you can hear if someone is at your front door. www.onehoursmarthome.com