622: Exploring HomeKit with Shane Whatley
Stephen and David are joined by HomeKit expert Shane Whatley to talk about the apps, products and automations that can be used together to make any home smarter. With HomeKit, anyone can scale from a single smart bulb to a house full of technology.
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