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Gadget guy offers smart home tips

Verizon's Gadget Guy, Steve Van Dinter, stopped by KARE 11 to show us some of the most popular smart home products and how to tie them all together - and even control via voice.

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. - The holidays are a great time to smarten up your home.

And while it may be daunting, it’s actually a lot easier than you might think. Verizon’s Gadget Guy, Steve Van Dinter, stopped by KARE 11 to show us some of the most popular smart home products and how to tie them all together - and even control via voice.

Google Home Hub - Not only good at answering questions, it’s the nerve center of your smart home. Control your smart lights, watch YouTube videos, see a rundown of the day and even control your TV that’s connected via Chromecast. And it’s all done via voice.

Nest Cam IQ - Keep an eye on what’s going on in your home from anywhere inside or outside your home.

Wemo Smart Plug - Ever left the curling iron on, or wish you could turn on your lights from across the room? Yup, with Wemo, you can do just that. Not to mention your holiday decor. When paired with your phone or Google Home Hub, it’s as easy as “hey Google, turn on the lights!”

Nest Thermostat E - This smart thermostat can recognize your phone’s location to save you money on your heating bill.

Google Chromecast Ultra - Watch your favorite apps like Netflix, YouTube, and HBO on your TV with Chromecast; see who’s at your front door - plus control it all via voice.

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