135: Vanilla HomeKit

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Aug 25, 2023

Rosemary and David discuss the tragedy of developer Alex Hay's passing and the legacy of his apps. They explore the basics of HomeKit, the benefit of basic automation, and the importance of scenes. They also share their admiration for Akara's affordable smart home system and tease upcoming episodes on advanced home kit setup.

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Alex Hay's Apps

Alex Hay, developer of Toolbox Pro, Logar, and Nautomate, passed away.
Rosemary's company has taken over the apps, ensuring their continued development and donating proceeds to charity.

INSIGHT

Vanilla HomeKit

The hosts often explore advanced HomeKit setups with additional services.
This episode focuses on using HomeKit without extra tools, catering to a wider audience.

ADVICE

Smart Home Additions

Consider smart home additions, not replacements, for existing controls.
Ensure new smart devices enhance, rather than restrict, traditional functionalities like light switches.

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