What is Apple HomeKit?
Apple HomeKit, often called Apple Home, is a smart home platform that lets you control all your smart home gadgets in one place. Its main competitors are Amazon Alexa and…
The best HomeKit smart blinds of 2023
While HomeKit may lag behind the competition in other smart home categories, Apple’s platform supports a surprising number of smart blinds and smart shades. These nifty gadgets let you open…
How to add a device to HomeKit
Apple HomeKit may not have as many compatible products as Amazon Alexa or Google Home, but its still a great smart home platform for dedicated iOS enthusiasts. Not only is…
Alexa vs. HomeKit: which smart home platform is best?
When it comes to building a smart home, few steps are as important as choosing your smart home platform. Pick the wrong one, and you could be left using dozens…
The future of Matter in 2023
Smart home gadgets are continuing to gain popularity with homeowners. From robot vacuums and smart speakers to smart thermostats and smart light bulbs, there’s a smart home product for just…
Google Home vs. Apple HomeKit: which is the best smart home platform?
When it comes to smart home platforms, there are only a few viable options — and Apple HomeKit and Google Home are always part of the discussion. The former is…
HomeKit Secure Video: Why it’s great and why you should use it
Apple’s HomeKit Secure Video is a layered and resourceful way to store surveillance footage, and here’s why you should start using it right away.
How to control smart home devices with the Apple Home app
Control your HomeKit-connected devices easily in the Home app on iPhone, iPad, or Mac. You can also set up automatic ways to control your accessories.
Do you need a smart home hub?
A smart home hub keeps all of your Internet-connected gear logged and controllable under one easy-to-use interface, but do you need one? Let us weigh in.
The best Apple HomeKit-compatible devices
Amazon Alexa devices are not the only choice in home automation. Apple HomeKit-enabled devices are increasing by leaps and bounds. Here are our favorites.