Automators

147: Smart Home Automation with Robert Spivack

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Feb 9, 2024
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Robert Spivack
Rosemary and David are joined by smart home guru Robert Spivack to talk about HomeKit, Matter, Thread, and WiFi. They discuss designing smart home automation systems with ease of use in mind, pain-based solutions, the importance of a central hub, accessing global Netflix titles, integrating Home Assistant and Home Kit, limitations of the Home app, improving home automation with reliable Wi-Fi connectivity, and the future of smart home automation with Matter.
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ADVICE

Intentional Home Automation

  • Define your home automation objectives before choosing devices.
  • Involve your household in discussions to ensure their needs are met.
ADVICE

Hidden UI

  • Design simple, default interactions for everyone in your home.
  • Reserve complex automations for tech-savvy users.
ADVICE

Room Functionality

  • Control lights by room “modes” (e.g., cooking, relaxing) instead of individual switches.
  • Consider the room’s functionality when designing lighting scenes.
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