You Can Now Use Microsoft Hohm Without a Smart Meter

Still don't have a smart meter but want to use Microsoft's popular Hohm application to manage your home's electricity usage? Now you can. Similar to how you can use Google's PowerMeter software with a TED device, you can now use Hohm with a Blue Line Power Cost Monitor WiFi Edition.

Microsoft has partnered with Blue Line Innovations to develop an energy monitor optimized for Hohm. The device tracks energy usage in real-time, allowing consumers to monitor their usage down to the minute or dollar without having to wait for their electricity provider to install a smart meter.

The raw data collected by the Power Cost Monitor is received by Microsoft Hohm and then instantly collated into easy-to-understand charts and graphs. With this information, it's easy for consumers to get a good understanding of their energy habits and track the impact of any improvements they have made to lower their electricity bill.

The Blue Line Power Cost Monitor WiFi Edition is available now with an MSRP of $268. Check the Blue Line site for a list of retailers.

Microsoft Hohm is free and you can get started now at the Hohm homepage (Hohmpage?).

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