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
Aqara Cube Review: Convenient and fun, but not for everyone
By Christopher Close published
Aqara's Cube offers a fun and reliable way to control your smart home accessories — if you have the right gear.
Which Roomba should you buy?
By Christopher Close, Jason Cockerham published
iRobot's Roomba line of robot vacuums are incredibly smart and convenient, but with so many models to choose from picking one can be a little complicated. Don't worry, we are here to help!
meross Smart WiFi LED Bulb Review: Affordable ambiance
By Christopher Close published
The first HomeKit-enabled light bulb from meross is smart, colorful, and affordable. But is it enough?
Arlo Video Doorbell Review: Fast, familiar, and full of features
By Christopher Close last updated
Great image quality, fast response times, and easy installation are just a part of what makes Arlo's Video Doorbell a great option.
Philips Hue Play Bar Review: Raising the bar
By Christopher Close last updated
These highly versatile Hue smart lights work as accent lighting, bias lighting, or just as cool lamps. The Hue Play Bar does it all.
Eve Light Strip Review: Bright beauty
By Christopher Close published
Want a HomeKit Adaptive Lighting-capable light strip that can actually light-up an entire room with bright, beautiful colors in seconds? Then you need the Eve Light Strip!
Aqara Vibration Sensor Review: Good vibrations
By Christopher Close last updated
Are you looking for a HomeKit-enabled sensor that can monitor appliances, drawers, and more? Then the Aqara Vibration Sensor may be the one for you.
Airthings launches the View Plus smart air quality monitor
By Christopher Close published
The latest from Airthings monitors particulate matter alongside radon, CO2, VOC, and more.
VOCOlinc MistFlow Smart Humidifier Review: Cool mist, cool colors, and cool controls
By Christopher Close published
With cool mist, cool colors, cool controls, and the ability to act as an essential oil diffuser, VOCOlinc's MistFlow Smart Humidifier is the best HomeKit humidifier that you can buy today.
The new abode Cam 2 features a flexible design and an affordable price
By Christopher Close published
abode's latest wireless camera is affordable and versatile with a flexible stand, compact frame, and weather-resistance.
Eve expands Thread rollout with a pair of new HomeKit-enabled accessories
By Christopher Close published
Eve continues its Thread rollout with two new HomeKit accessories and a firmware update for the Eve Aqua.
Twelve South's new HoverBar Duo puts your iPad at just the right height
By Christopher Close published
The latest iPad accessory from Twelve South is perfect for meetings, cooking, and more, with a weighted base and clamp mount system.
Kyvol Cybovac S31 Robot Vacuum Review: Connected and convenient
By Christopher Close published
Looking for a self-emptying smart robot vacuum and mop at a reasonable price? Then Kyvol's Cybovac S31 might be the one for you! Here's our full review.
Arlo's latest Indoor Camera with privacy shield is available for pre-order
By Christopher Close published
The newest Arlo smart security camera provides both protection and privacy with a slick automated shield.
Meross Smart Wi-Fi Light Strip Review: Great lengths
By Christopher Close published
With a total length of 32-feet, Meross' affordable HomeKit Smart Wi-Fi Light Strip is the longest around — but is it any good?
Meross launches a HomeKit-enabled smart night light for the nursery
By Christopher Close published
The first HomeKit accessory of 2021 from Meross is all about the nursery with colorful lighting and soothing sounds.
Nanoleaf Essentials A19 Light Bulb Review: A colorful world of difference
By Christopher Close published
Nanoleaf's Essential A19 Light Bulb is not only colorful, bright, and affordable, but with Thread and HomeKit onboard, it is one of the best smart lights that you can buy today.
Aura Air launches a pair of air purifiers for at home and on the go
By Christopher Close published
Aura Air's slick new air purifiers combine multi-stage filtration and cleaning technology with smart controls and portability.
Nanoleaf Essentials update adds HomeKit Adaptive Lighting and Color Scenes
By Christopher Close last updated
Latest Nanoleaf Essentials smart lighting update can now automatically adjust color temperature throughout the day, and participate in colorful scenes.
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.
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