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The best ways to control your HomeKit smart home: from your TV to your Apple Watch
By Alistair Charlton last updated
Apple Watch now supports family sharing, but what is the best way to control your HomeKit smart home?

How to keep your smart home secure
By David Nield published
If you've got a smart home in place, you don't want anyone else getting access – here's what to do.

Everything you need to know to set up your smart home
By Alistair Charlton published
Our guide to everything you can do with a fully-connected smart home

How to prep your home for a robot vacuum
By James Holland last updated
Robot vacuums are very handy, not to mention mostly hands-free. However, you do need to do a little prep to get the most out of them. Here’s how.

How to restart Alexa
By James Holland published
One of the easiest ways to fix a problem is to restart your device, and it’s no different with an Alexa-enabled one. Here’s what you need to do.

How to use an Amazon Fire TV Stick
By James Holland published
Using an Amazon Fire Stick is a straightforward process. We’ll walk you through it so that you can stream your favorite shows in no time.

How to install a smart video doorbell
By Alistair Charlton published
Wired or wireless, installing a video doorbell requires only a drill, screwdriver and a basic understanding of domestic wiring. Here's how to get the job done.

Alexa not responding? Here's how to fix
By James Holland published
Sometimes, Alexa runs into technical difficulties. Here’s what to do when the voice assistant isn’t responding.
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