Interview with a Smart Home Wife

My wife provides a unique perspective on what it’s like to live with someone building a smart home.

By Shane W., 2 yearsJanuary 22, 2023 ago

My TOP 3 Smart Home Automations! (Super Easy Setup!)

These are my 3 favorite smart home automations that I have used every day for years. They are super easy to setup, but so very useful!

By Shane W., 2 yearsJanuary 15, 2023 ago

Custom HomeKit Notifications – Controller for HomeKit App

Today we are exploring the new Advanced Notification feature of the Controller for HomeKit app. Advanced HomeKit Notifications offer a new level of interaction between you and your smart home. With them, your home can notify you about everything important and lets you immediately respond with the right actions. Video Read more…

By Shane W., 2 yearsDecember 4, 2022 ago

HomeKit Tips & Tricks

2022 Smart Home Tour

Join me as I take you on a tour of my Smart Home! Everything is controlled through Apple HomeKit. Download the Sponsored by Signals for HomeKit app. Download it today! https://homemadeautomation.com/signal… Products Seen in Video: Abode Iota Security Starter Kit https://geni.us/AbodeIota Abode KeyPad https://geni.us/AbodeKeypad Aqara G2H Pro Camera Hub https://geni.us/AqaraG2Hp Read more…

By Shane W., 2 yearsNovember 13, 2022 ago

Aqara

I set up a smart home for Grandpa!

Utilizing smart home technology can greatly benefit the elderly and those with disabilities. In today’s video I’ll be visiting my grandfather and setting up a simple smart home for him. Sponsored by Aqara Products Seen in Video: Aqara M1S Aqara G2H Pro Camera Hub Smart Plug Door & Window Sensor Read more…

By Shane W., 2 yearsOctober 2, 2022 ago

Automations & Shortcuts

Smart Home Text Message Automation

Keep your family safe and utilize a smart home to look after loved ones. In today’s video we are answering one question: How to setup an automation that will send a TEXT message to family when no motion has been detected in the house all day. This will utilize Personal Read more…

By Shane W., 3 yearsJuly 3, 2022 ago

HomeKit Tips & Tricks

4 Ways to Utilize a Smart Home When Traveling

Come along with me on my trip to Destin, FL as we discuss all the ways I benefit and utilize my smart home, when I’m traveling or away from home. Products Seen in Video: Abode Security SystemAbode KeypadAqara M1S HubAqara Water Sensor EcoNet Bulldog Shut Off ValveLutron Caseta Smart Switch Read more…

By Shane W., 3 yearsJune 5, 2022 ago