Utility Companies are Remotely Controlling “SMART” Thermostats Installed in Customers’ Homes
Power companies in Texas are remotely raising temperatures inside of some customers’ homes amid the state’s ongoing energy shortage. Houston resident Brandon English, whose home has an internet-connected smart thermostat installed, was shocked to learn of the practice after his wife and infant daughter “woke up sweating.” Speaking with KHOU 11, English stated that despite … Read more