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Why Smart Home Compatibility Still Sucks in 2025 — And How GearBrain Can Fix It

Parks Associates estimates over 60% of U.S. broadband households now own at least one smart home device.

From the article, "Why Smart Home Compatibility Still Sucks in 2025 — And How GearBrain Can Fix It" by Mark Westlake

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