Christopher Close
Christopher spends most of his time writing and dreaming about all things HomeKit and the Home app. Whether it is installing smart light switches, testing the latest door locks, or automating his households daily routines, Christopher has done it all.
Latest articles by Christopher Close
EZVIZ C3X Outdoor Camera Review: Color night vision without the bulk
By Christopher Close published
Can an affordable smart camera that doesn't require a subscription really outshine the competition at night? The answer may surprise you.
HeimVision Smart Wake-Up Light Review: Wake-up with extras
By Christopher Close published
While it is marketed as a wake-up light, HeimVision's incredibly smart accessory can replace your alarm clock, mood light, radio, and phone charger — all at an affordable price.
Logitech Circle View Doorbell Review: The video doorbell for HomeKit fans
By Christopher Close published
With HomeKit Secure Video support, excellent video quality, and Home app management, the Logitech Circle View Doorbell is the doorbell for HomeKit — and Apple fans.
Meross Smart WiFi Ambient Light Review: 360-degrees of color
By Christopher Close published
The Meross Smart WiFi Ambient Light packs in millions of colors, dimming, touch controls, and support for Alexa, Google, and HomeKit all at an affordable price. But is it any good?
HOOBS Starter Kit Review: Homebridge for the rest of us
By Christopher Close published
Have a Nest Thermostat or Ring Video Doorbell and want to add it to HomeKit without having to setup Homebridge or Home Assistant? Then you need the HOOBS Starter Kit!
Every new HomeKit and AirPlay 2-enabled device announced during CES week
By Christopher Close published
While CES looked a bit different this year, we still got some sweet smart home announcements! Here's all of the latest and greatest HomeKit and AirPlay 2 accessories announced during CES week.
VOCOlinc's HomeKit-enabled Cool Mist Humidifier is now available on Amazon
By Christopher Close published
VOCOlinc's latest HomeKit accessory is a humidifier, diffuser, and mood light all-on-one affordable package.
LifeSmart Cololight Plus Review: Cheap, connected, and colorful
By Christopher Close last updated
The HomeKit-enabled Cololight Plus offers tons of colors and customization at a price that won't break the bank.
Nanoleaf Shapes Triangles Review: Colorful connectivity
By Christopher Close last updated
Don't let the familiar looks fool you — Nanoleaf's Shapes Triangles are a huge improvement over the light panels that started it all.
ecobee's HomeKit-enabled SmartCamera gets a new lower price, adds Spotify
By Christopher Close published
The premium HomeKit Secure Video-enabled SmartCamera from ecobee gets even better with some slick new features and a new low price.
CES 2021: C by GE is getting a new name, app, and more smart accessories
By Christopher Close published
Savant is kicking off CES 2021 a little early with a host of new updates to the C by GE smart home line.
Meross launches an affordable Smart Wi-Fi Dimmer Switch with HomeKit
By Christopher Close published
Meross manages to drop yet another smart accessory before the end of 2020 with the launch of an affordable HomeKit dimmer switch.
Eve for HomeKit app update adds macOS support, Thread, and more
By Christopher Close last updated
The latest update to the Eve for HomeKit app puts powerful automation capabilities and convenient controls just a click away on macOS Big Sur.
ecobee SmartCamera update adds support for HomeKit Secure Video
By Christopher Close published
A new update is rolling out now for ecobee's SmartCamera that brings support for iCloud video storage and more through HomeKit Secure Video.
Don't miss your chance to save $80 on an ecobee SmartCamera with HomeKit
By Christopher Close published
Time is running out on an amazing deal on the HomeKit-enabled ecobee SmartCamera. Don't miss your chance to save!
I wish Aqara's Black Friday sale was around when I began my HomeKit journey
By Christopher Close published
Aqara's Black Friday smart home deals are an incredible way to start out with HomeKit without breaking the bank.
Philips Hue HomeKit Adaptive Lighting update now available in North America
By Christopher Close published
Philips Hue owners in North America can finally join in on the HomeKit Adaptive Lighting fun with a new update.
Last Minute Holiday Shopping Ideas for HomeKit Smart Home Beginners
By Christopher Close, Adam Zeis published
With the holiday clock ticking down, there's only a bit of time left to grab an awesome HomeKit-enabled device for that special someone.
50 smart home accessories that work with Amazon's Alexa and Apple's HomeKit
By Christine Chan, Christopher Close published
Somfy TaHoma motorized shades adding HomeKit support on December 1st
By Christopher Close published
HomeKit is getting some new options for motorized shades starting this December.
Track your weight, BMI, and more for just $27 with the eufy Smart Scale
By Christopher Close published
eufy's Smart Scale makes it easy to keep track of your body measurements thanks to app connectivity, and with today's special offer, you can score one for almost half off!
Anker's HomeKit-enabled eufyCam 2 Pro is now available at Apple
By Christopher Close published
eufyCam 2 Pro becomes Anker's first smart home product to hit Apple stores and online.
eero Secure upgrades add data monitoring, advanced filters, and more
By Christopher Close published
A new set of eero Secure features bring dynamic ad blocking, advanced content filtering, and data monitoring.