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How to send Apple Cash with the Messages app
You can easily send payments directly to friends and family using Messages and Apple Cash. Here’s how!
Christopher Close
Christopher spends most of his time writing and dreaming about all things HomeKit. If you wish to join him on his quest to automate everything, you can follow him on Twitter at @itschrisclose.
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Wonderful Wi-Fi
Give your network a boost with the best Wi-Fi routers for Apple devices
You have the best phone, tablet, and laptop around, so why are you still hanging on to that old AirPort router? Give your network an instant boost with the best Wi-Fi routers for Apple devices.
Ring them in
Keep an eye on your precious packages with the best video doorbells
Video doorbells are an excellent way to keep an eye on the happenings outside of your home. Whether it is making sure your packages are delivered securely or spotting someone snooping around your property — video doorbells see it all.
It's easy!
HomePod acting wonky? It may be time to restart or reset it. Here's how!
If something wonky is going on with your HomePod, you may want to give it the old restart or reset. Here's how!
Playing favorites
Put your favorite HomeKit accessories and scenes front and center
Let's face the facts, some HomeKit-enabled accessories are more important than others: those you'll fiddle with every day and those that don't need fiddling. Because of that, you'll want to set your favorite scenes and accessories. Here's how!
Feel The Breeze
Make your ceiling fan smart with these HomeKit switches
Adding a HomeKit-enabled switch for your ceiling fan can is an easy way to keep your cool when things get a little too hot. Take control of your fan with the best switches that you can buy today.
Connected colors
Add mood lighting to your home by setting a color for your HomeKit lights
Whether it's movie night, date night, or get-togethers with friends and family, HomeKit can set the mood with just a few taps. Here's how!
Mastering HomeKit
HomeKit hubs unlock remote control and automations for your smart home
Your Apple TV, HomePod, or iPad can extend communication to your HomeKit accessories outside your local Wi-Fi network. Here's how it works.
HomePod Theater
Set your HomePod as your default speaker for your Apple TV 4K. Here's how!
Take your movie nights to the next level by setting your HomePod as the default speaker for your Apple TV 4K! Here's how!
Smart safety
Get peace of mind with these great HomeKit smoke and CO detectors
So you've automated your lighting, your blinds, your thermostat, your dog's feeding schedule, etc. What's left? Well, why not add some smarts to your smoke detector with these HomeKit-enabled options?
Air Power
Stay cool this summer with the best HomeKit ceiling fans
Need to cool down but don't want to stop what you are doing? Let Siri take care of it with one of the best HomeKit ceiling fans!
Attention!
Get everyone's attention by using your iPhone or HomePod as an Intercom
Did you know that you can use your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and HomePods as an Intercom? Here's how to get everyone's attention in the home with just a shout.
Secure video
All the security cameras that support Apple's HomeKit Secure Video
HomeKit Secure Video-enabled cameras add additional privacy and security features like iCloud storage, face recognition, and Activity Zones. Here's all of the cameras and doorbells that support the latest and greatest HomeKit features.
tv time
Here's everything you need to know about tvOS 16
While it didn't get any stage time during WWDC, there are still a few things that you need to know about tvOS 16. Here's all the details.
New HomeKit
WWDC 2022: All of Apple's HomeKit announcements
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Some big changes are coming to HomeKit this fall. Here's everything announced at WWDC 2022.
Light alternatives
Not sold on Philips Hue light strips? Try these awesome alternatives!
Philips Hue may offer one of the best smart lighting systems on the market, but its light strips have some worthwhile competitors. Here's a look at the best alternatives to Philips Hue light strips!
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Unlock your doors with just a tap with the best HomeKit door locks
Say goodbye to your keys for good by installing a HomeKit door lock. Check out our guide to the best HomeKit door locks available.
Apple TV+ everywhere
Catch up with the latest Apple TV+ shows with the best streaming devices
Binge watch the latest season of Ted Lasso and so much more with the best streaming devices that support the Apple TV app.
Environmental awareness
Get in the know about your home's air quality with the best HomeKit sensors
Its no secret, the air quality in your home matters to your overall health. Keep an eye on your home and add a little smart magic with our guide to the best HomeKit enabled sensors on the market.
Plug it in
Automate your home with the best HomeKit smart plugs out there
If you're new to home automation, a smart plug is a great first step in building out your connected home. You can simply plug it in and go. Here's our guide to the best smart plugs for HomeKit.