In this video I will set up the Aqara hub, along with an Aqara Door Sensor, to create a security alarm system that works in HomeKit. I used the Aqara App, but you can also use the Mi Home app to view and control your aqara and Mijai sensors and Read more…
A strong wifi network is extremely important when it comes to your smart home. I recommend starting early with a good wifi system because the longer you wait and the more smart home products you add to your setup, the harder it is to change your wifi network. I upgraded Read more…
In this video I’ll show you how to add string lights to your deck and control them with your phone. The setup was super easy. This method will work with HomeKit, Alexa, or Google Assistant! I did not have a roof or cover directly above my deck to hang these Read more…
So the smoke detectors in my home were getting close to the 10 year mark, which meant it was about time to replace them. I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to get a “smart” smoke alarm that, of course, would work with HomeKit. I purchased the First Alert Read more…
The VOCOlink FlowerBud Smart Diffuser is an essential oil diffuser, air humidifier, and mood light that works with Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant. This product is one of those rare ones that I ended up liking much more than I ever thought I would. I’ve never been into Read more…
I decided that I wanted to add smart light switches to begin converting my lights over to smart lights. I chose Lutron Caseta because they have been around for a while and have excellent reviews and a proven track record. This was one of those cases where reliability was probably Read more…
This was one of my first smart home products and it is still a very important one that gets used every day. There have since been some other HomeKit garage door openers that have come to the market, but this still holds up as the most affordable option and has Read more…
