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OpenSpeedTest tool helps users diagnose home Wi-Fi vs internet speed issues

A how-to guide highlights OpenSpeedTest, a web-based tool that measures local network speed separately from internet speed, helping users determine whether slow performance stems from their router or their ISP. The guide contrasts this with standard tools like speedtest.net, fast.com, and the Orb speed test, which typically measure only overall connection speed.

fastcompany.com · 2026-10-18

Guide outlines how local hubs keep smart homes working during internet outages

A smart-home explainer describes why Wi-Fi-connected accessories often stop functioning when the internet or router fails, since they typically rely on cloud servers for instructions and scheduling. It recommends using local hubs instead, such as HomePods, Apple TVs, or Zigbee- and Thread-based bridges like the Philips Hue Bridge, which can store and run automations without an active internet connection.

engadget.com · 2026-10-17