Smarthome devices are great – but you shouldn't be limited to one ecosystem. Homebridge, and HOOBS specifically, can bring almost any smart device into Apple's HomeKit.
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 Introduction
0:34 What's homebridge?
1:47 Installing HOOBS
2:53 Adding smart home devices to HOOBS
3:35 Smart Plugs – Tuya
4:52 Light Switches – Kasa
5:34 Thermostat and Doorbell – Nest
6:33 Cameras – Blink
7:40 Bring HOOBS devices into HomeKit
8:19 Home Hubs
9:15 Downsides of HOOBS
10:02 Conclusion

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