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I love traveling, and I want to get away as much as I can. Later this summer I'm off to Spain to catch a glimpse of the 2026 solar eclipse, a trip that already has me buzzing with excitement.
But I've also watched Home Alone, and I know that an empty home can attract the wrong sort of attention. I've also seen The Money Pit, so I know that things around the home can and do go wrong. If a pipe fails or something catches fire while I'm not there, a small issue can become a big problem.
Also: 25,000 miles later, my favorite Apple CarPlay apps remain functional, reliable, and mostly free
With this in mind, I like to have my tech and smart home ducks in a row so there's the best possible chance my home will still be there when I get back.
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