Building a Smart Home Toolkit: Essential Apps and Triggers

This chapter explores the diverse range of apps that can improve the HomeKit experience, highlighting their utility for smart home automation. The speakers also discuss the practicality of NFC tags versus other automation methods, sharing insights and referencing their favorite HomeKit apps.

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Stephen and David are joined by HomeKit expert Shane Whatley to talk about the apps, products and automations that can be used together to make any home smarter. With HomeKit, anyone can scale from a single smart bulb to a house full of technology.

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