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The Vergecast · August 25, 2026 · 32m
Does smart home tech work in a college dorm?
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge’s smart home contributor, set out to answer whether smart home tech works in a college dorm room after dropping off her son at Clemson University. She reports back to host David Imel on the challenges posed by campus Wi-Fi authentication and housing policies that restrict wall-mounted devices. The episode explores what works, what doesn’t, and the trade-offs students face when trying to bring smart assistants, lights, and cameras into a dorm.
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✧Jennifer Pattison Tuohy's son began his freshman year at Clemson University, prompting her to test smart home devices in his dorm room.
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