The open source Nest project that the talented folks at Spark built last week got awesome response from the technology media outlets including Techcrunch, Engadget and The Verge. Here are some of the blog posts,
Read the original Spark blog post- http://blog.spark.io/2014/01/17/open-source-thermostat/
Media coverage:
Techcrunch- http://techcrunch.com/2014/01/17/spark-io-hackers-make-an-open-source-nest-thermostat/
The Verge- http://www.theverge.com/2014/1/17/5319816/open-source-wi-fi-connected-thermostat
Engadget- http://www.engadget.com/2014/01/17/spark-shows-how-to-build-a-nest-like-open-source-thermostat/
Lifehacker- http://lifehacker.com/build-your-own-wi-fi-connected-thermostat-1503539871
Fast Company- http://www.fastcompany.com/3025105/fast-feed/an-open-source-nest-like-thermostat-built-in-one-day
Slashgear- http://www.slashgear.com/spark-io-builds-open-source-nest-alternative-smart-thermostat-17313622/
Techmeme- http://www.techmeme.com/140117/p24#a140117p24
PS: I did tip some of these blogs and got credited. But that doesn’t make me cool and all credits to the entire Spark team for putting together such a well designed project/ product in 24 hours. Good to see an open source project receiving so such press coverage. Open Source FTW! Spark Core FTW!