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Tesla Home Charging: Wall Connector vs Mobile Connector (And When 120V Works)
Electric VehiclesJan 14, 2026

Tesla Home Charging: Wall Connector vs Mobile Connector (And When 120V Works)

A practical guide to Tesla home charging options. Wall Connector or Mobile Connector with NEMA 14-50? Here's how to decide based on your driving habits, electrical setup, and whether you have multiple Teslas.

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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Winter Tesla Tips: Preconditioning, Range Loss, and Cold Weather Optimization
Electric VehiclesJan 13, 2026

Winter Tesla Tips: Preconditioning, Range Loss, and Cold Weather Optimization

How to maximize your Tesla's range and comfort in Canadian winters. Covers preconditioning, scheduled charging, heat pump vs resistive heating, and real-world range expectations in -20°C weather.

By AnythingTech Team
5 min
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Getting Started with Home Assistant: The Ultimate Smart Home Hub
Smart HomeJan 12, 2026

Getting Started with Home Assistant: The Ultimate Smart Home Hub

Home Assistant is the most powerful smart home platform available, and it's completely free. Here's everything you need to know to get started, from installation to your first automations.

By AnythingTech Team
5 min
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Drone Laws in Canada 2026: What's Changed and What You Need to Know
DronesJan 09, 2026

Drone Laws in Canada 2026: What's Changed and What You Need to Know

A complete guide to flying drones legally in Canada in 2026. Covers registration, pilot certificates, flight restrictions, and recent regulatory changes from Transport Canada.

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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Pi-hole Setup Guide: Network-Wide Ad Blocking for Your Smart Home
TechnologyJan 09, 2026

Pi-hole Setup Guide: Network-Wide Ad Blocking for Your Smart Home

Block ads on every device in your home — including smart TVs and IoT devices — with Pi-hole. Here's a complete setup guide from hardware to configuration.

By AnythingTech Team
4 min
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Zigbee vs Z-Wave vs WiFi vs Thread: Smart Home Protocols Explained
Smart HomeJan 08, 2026

Zigbee vs Z-Wave vs WiFi vs Thread: Smart Home Protocols Explained

Confused about which smart home protocol to choose? Here's a deep dive into Zigbee, Z-Wave, WiFi, and Thread — how they work, their pros and cons, and which devices use each.

By AnythingTech Team
5 min
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AirTag for Luggage: Does It Actually Work?
Smart HomeJan 06, 2026

AirTag for Luggage: Does It Actually Work?

I've been using AirTags in my checked luggage for over a year. Here's my honest experience — the good, the limitations, and whether it's worth the $35.

By AnythingTech Team
5 min
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UniFi vs Eero vs Google Nest WiFi: Which Mesh System is Right for You?
TechnologyJan 05, 2026

UniFi vs Eero vs Google Nest WiFi: Which Mesh System is Right for You?

A detailed comparison of the three most popular mesh WiFi systems. I break down performance, ease of setup, advanced features, and which one makes sense for different home sizes and technical skill levels.

By AnythingTech Team
5 min
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Setting Up VLANs for IoT Devices: Secure Your Smart Home Network
TechnologyJan 05, 2026

Setting Up VLANs for IoT Devices: Secure Your Smart Home Network

Your smart home devices don't need access to your personal files. Here's how to use VLANs to isolate IoT devices on their own network segment, improving security without sacrificing functionality.

By AnythingTech Team
4 min
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How to Measure WiFi Signal Strength with WiFiman: A Deep Dive into Home Network Mapping
TechnologyJan 02, 2026

How to Measure WiFi Signal Strength with WiFiman: A Deep Dive into Home Network Mapping

WiFiman is a free app from Ubiquiti that lets you measure WiFi signal strength, map your home coverage, and identify dead zones. Here's a deep technical guide on using it to optimize your mesh network and find the perfect node placements.

By AnythingTech Team
8 min
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How to Check Your Tesla's Battery Degradation Using the Built-in Battery Health Test
Electric VehiclesDec 29, 2025

How to Check Your Tesla's Battery Degradation Using the Built-in Battery Health Test

Tesla now includes a built-in Battery Health Test that shows your battery's degradation percentage. Here's how to run it, what the results mean, and my real-world results after 5.5 years and 95,000 km.

By AnythingTech Team
6 min
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Tesla's Holiday 2025 Update: How to Create and Apply Custom Wraps to Your Tesla's Display
Electric VehiclesDec 25, 2025

Tesla's Holiday 2025 Update: How to Create and Apply Custom Wraps to Your Tesla's Display

Tesla's 2025 Holiday Update brought a fun new feature: custom wraps for your car's digital 3D model. Here's how to create your own designs, where to find community galleries, and step-by-step instructions to apply them to your Tesla's touchscreen, app, and Apple Watch.

By AnythingTech Team
6 min
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Matter & Thread Explained: The Future of Smart Home (And What It Means for Your Setup)
Smart HomeDec 23, 2025

Matter & Thread Explained: The Future of Smart Home (And What It Means for Your Setup)

Matter and Thread promise to end the smart home compatibility nightmare. But what are they, how do they work together, and should you care? Here's everything you need to know about the standards reshaping the smart home industry.

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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How I Set Up Automatic Water Changes on My Reef Tank Using Neptune DOS
DIY & HobbiesDec 22, 2025

How I Set Up Automatic Water Changes on My Reef Tank Using Neptune DOS

After 5 years of running continuous automatic water changes, I'm sharing my setup using Neptune Systems DOS. Forget the standard task-based approach—this method is more reliable and has been running strong with zero issues.

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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MoCA Adapters: The Most Underrated Home Networking Upgrade
TechnologyDec 19, 2025

MoCA Adapters: The Most Underrated Home Networking Upgrade

Forget running Ethernet cables through your walls. If you have coax cables already installed, MoCA adapters can give you wired network speeds using your existing infrastructure. Here's everything you need to know about this surprisingly powerful technology.

By AnythingTech Team
6 min
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My Smart Home Setup: What's Working and What's Not
Smart HomeDec 18, 2025

My Smart Home Setup: What's Working and What's Not

After years of testing smart home devices, here's my honest take on what actually makes life easier—and what's just expensive tech that collects dust. From Eero mesh WiFi to Ring security to OTO Lawn care, this is everything in my connected home.

By AnythingTech Team
8 min
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Getting Started with Reef Aquariums: A Beginner's Guide to Saltwater Tanks
DIY & HobbiesDec 15, 2025

Getting Started with Reef Aquariums: A Beginner's Guide to Saltwater Tanks

Everything you need to know to start your first reef tank — from choosing the right size aquarium to cycling, essential equipment, beginner-friendly fish and corals, and a preview of the automation possibilities that make modern reef keeping exciting.

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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eero Plus Guide: Every Feature Explained & Is It Worth the Subscription ?
TechnologyDec 15, 2025

eero Plus Guide: Every Feature Explained & Is It Worth the Subscription ?

Complete breakdown of all eero Plus features including security, parental controls, 1Password, VPN, and Malwarebytes. Find out if the $9.99/month subscription is worth it for your household.

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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Essential Watch Modding Tools: Everything You Need to Build Your First Custom Watch
DIY & HobbiesDec 15, 2025

Essential Watch Modding Tools: Everything You Need to Build Your First Custom Watch

Don't start your watch modding journey without the right tools. This complete guide covers the 10 essential tools every watch modder needs, from hand setters to crystal presses—and where to get quality equipment that won't let you down.

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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The Ultimate Guide to Rolex Nicknames: Pepsi, Batman, Hulk, Starbucks & More
DIY & HobbiesDec 12, 2025

The Ultimate Guide to Rolex Nicknames: Pepsi, Batman, Hulk, Starbucks & More

From Pepsi to Batman, Hulk to Starbucks — discover the colorful nicknames Rolex collectors use and learn what drives the market for these iconic timepieces. Includes current pricing and collecting tips.

By AnythingTech Team
8 min
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Eero Wired Backhaul vs Wireless Backhaul: Which is Better for Your Mesh Network?
TechnologyDec 12, 2025

Eero Wired Backhaul vs Wireless Backhaul: Which is Better for Your Mesh Network?

Learn the difference between wired and wireless backhaul in Eero mesh WiFi systems. Discover which option is best for your home, plus expert tips for optimizing your mesh network performance.

By AnythingTech Team
8 min
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How to Disable Bell HomeHub 4000 WiFi
TechnologyDec 11, 2025

How to Disable Bell HomeHub 4000 WiFi

Using a mesh WiFi system like Eero or another third-party router? Learn why you should disable your Bell HomeHub 4000's WiFi and how to do it in 5 minutes to eliminate interference and improve performance.

By AnythingTech Team
6 min
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Dynamoto Motorcycle Stand Review: Is It Worth the hype ?
DIY & HobbiesDec 11, 2025

Dynamoto Motorcycle Stand Review: Is It Worth the hype ?

After months of using the Dynamoto motorcycle stand with my Ducati, here's my honest review of this Australian-made stand with omni-directional wheels. I'll cover what I love, the one issue I found (and how they fixed it), and whether it's worth the premium price. Not sponsored - I bought this with my own money.

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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How to Setup an Eero Mesh router with Bell HomeHub 4000: Complete Guide
TechnologyDec 10, 2025

How to Setup an Eero Mesh router with Bell HomeHub 4000: Complete Guide

Struggling to setup your Eero router with Bell's HomeHub 4000? This complete guide walks you through the PPPoE method that actually works, avoiding double NAT and getting your Eero to pick up a public IP address.

By AnythingTech Team
5 min
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Your Next DIY Project: Building Custom Seiko Watches (And Why Tech People Love It)
DIY & HobbiesDec 10, 2025

Your Next DIY Project: Building Custom Seiko Watches (And Why Tech People Love It)

Discover the fascinating world of watch modding and why this hands-on hobby is capturing the hearts of tech enthusiasts, makers, and DIY lovers everywhere. Learn how to build your own custom timepiece with Namoki Mods.

By AnythingTech Team
6 min
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How to get your Tesla ready for the winter
Electric VehiclesDec 10, 2025

How to get your Tesla ready for the winter

Temperatures are hitting single digits and even beginning to creep into the negatives here in Canada. Of course, it’s only going to get colder as winter sets in. The good news is that your Tesla is designed and tested in harsh conditions. However, there are some useful tips and tricks you can follow to make […]

By AnythingTech Team
5 min
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7 Things to know before you fly a drone in Canada
DronesDec 10, 2025

7 Things to know before you fly a drone in Canada

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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How to setup TeslaMate on your own cloud and domain
TechnologyDec 10, 2025

How to setup TeslaMate on your own cloud and domain

There are quite a few choices available if you want to track and log your Tesla data. TeslaFi is one of the most popular options around, and you probably use it already. Unfortunately, you’ll also have to share your Tesla token with them, that they will store on their databases, and not many are comfortable doing […]

By AnythingTech Team
7 min
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Is it a good idea to get a Tesla without a charger at home?
Electric VehiclesDec 10, 2025

Is it a good idea to get a Tesla without a charger at home?

One of the ways to reduce your carbon footprint, help the environment, and becoming a sustainable energy pioneer is by getting an electric car. And while it’s expensive, there’s no better option in this category than a Tesla. Given its somewhat limited reach though, you won’t have as easy a time finding a charger, if […]

By AnythingTech Team
6 min
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Is the DJI Spark still worth it in 2025 ?
DronesApr 02, 2025

Is the DJI Spark still worth it in 2025 ?

The DJI Spark remains an incredibly popular option for anyone looking to step into the world drone flight and photography. It unsurprisingly created waves when it first arrived on the scene three years ago. After all, affordable and user-friendly drones are few and far between even now. There are some alternatives of course, but is […]

By AnythingTech Team
4 min
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The new Jeda Tesla Tray covers all your charging needs
Electric VehiclesMar 16, 2021

The new Jeda Tesla Tray covers all your charging needs

Jeda has some excellent products on offer to make sure you don’t have to worry about keeping your devices charged in your Tesla. Joining its popular wireless charging pad and the USB Hub is the all-new Tesla Tray. The new charging pad not only ensures that your phone doesn’t run out of juice, but lets […]

By AnythingTech Team
2 min
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How much does it cost to maintain a Tesla Model 3?
Electric VehiclesSep 14, 2020

How much does it cost to maintain a Tesla Model 3?

The Model 3 might be the cheapest car Tesla has to offer, but it comes with a rather hefty price tag when compared to a slew of far more budget-friendly options that run on gasoline. As we all know, the cost of a vehicle isn’t just about a price tag. Fuel costs can add up, […]

By AnythingTech Team
9 min
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A review of the Jeda wireless pad for the Tesla Model 3/Y
Electric VehiclesSep 10, 2020

A review of the Jeda wireless pad for the Tesla Model 3/Y

Jeda was one of the first to make a wireless charging pad for the Tesla Model 3/Y. The first-gen accessory was greeted with mixed reviews though, with users taking issue with its size, thickness, and grip (or lack thereof). Now in latest third iteration, the Jeda wireless pad has been redesigned with customer feedback in […]

By AnythingTech Team
5 min
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You can now share your Tesla with a click!
Electric VehiclesJun 18, 2020

You can now share your Tesla with a click!

Sharing your Tesla with family and friends has just gotten a whole lot easier! Previously, you’d need to share your personal Tesla account credentials with another person if you wanted to let them use your car. With this new feature, all it takes is a click of a button to add household members and friends […]

By AnythingTech Team
2 min
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Should you buy a used electric vehicle? - The pros and cons
Electric VehiclesJun 15, 2020

Should you buy a used electric vehicle? - The pros and cons

Quite a few people are looking to go green, and a popular first step for many is to get an electric vehicle. However, even a cursory glance at the current crop of EVs will tell you that a brand new electric car is pretty expensive. Luckily, the second-hand market has a role to play here […]

By AnythingTech Team
5 min
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Tesla pulls the plug on free Premium Connectivity in Canada
NewsApr 20, 2020

Tesla pulls the plug on free Premium Connectivity in Canada

Well, we all knew this day would come, and much too soon for anyone’s liking, it’s just around the corner. Tesla’s Premium Connectivity trial offer comes to an end on May 18 for Canadian owners. The writing was on the wall of course. Tesla announced the end of free Premium Connectivity in the US late […]

By AnythingTech Team
3 min
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Tesla Referral Program
Electric VehiclesApr 18, 2020

Tesla Referral Program

You don’t have to be a tech geek or a car aficionado to know about Elon Musk and Tesla. This isn’t a story about the man or his company though, but about his fantastic products. More importantly, this is about the Tesla referral program and code that helps you get them! We’ve all seen videos […]

By AnythingTech Team
2 min
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