Free Quick-Start Guides

Philips Hue

Smart lighting setup & ecosystem integration

• Bulbs, strips & fixtures — which to buy first
• Hue Bridge vs. Matter direct pairing
• Rooms, zones & scenes in Apple Home

Sonos

Multi-room audio setup & Apple Home integration

• Which Sonos speakers work where
• App setup and room grouping
• Apple Home & AirPlay 2 integration

Google & Nest

Nest cameras, displays & Google Home setup

• Nest cameras — wired vs. battery
• Google Home app setup & rooms
• Using Nest devices with Apple Home

Smart Locks & Access

What to know before buying a smart lock

• Door fit, backset & compatibility
• Wi-Fi vs. Bluetooth vs. Thread
• Planning codes, guests & schedules

eero Wi-Fi

Mesh Wi-Fi setup & network optimization

• Which eero model fits your home
• Node placement for full coverage
• eero app, profiles & guest network

Water Protection

Leak detection & sensor placement

• Where leaks actually happen
• Contact vs. rope sensors — when to use each
• Apple Home automations for water alerts

Lutron Caséta

Smart switch install & dimmer setup

• In-wall vs. plug-in vs. remote
• No neutral wire — why Caséta works
• Scenes, schedules & Apple Home setup