Don’t lose control of your smart thermostat this winter
Winter is coming and the energy crisis is upon us. With rocketing prices and dwindling supply, much of the western world is bracing for three cold months beset by restrictions.
Despite the coming hardship, connected devices offer a glimmer of hope. Smart thermostats present a rare chance to tackle energy conservation and cost reduction at the same time – but users must ensure they have ultimate control of the device. This month, thousands of homes in the United States lost the ability to change their smart thermostats after the power company seized control during a heatwave.