Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Here’s everything you need to know about Expanding or Starting a Smart Home in 2025, from new gadgets to what platforms we recommend. Sponsored by AmeriDroid. Get fast shipping on your first order: ameridroid.com/?ref=zvL2wAvxTNzJB2

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🕰️Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:30 - Home Assistant
1:46 - Apple Home
2:31 - Google Home and Amazon Alexa
3:24 - SmartThings and Homey
4:34 - Different Smart Home protocols
5:28 - Why you still need to know about protocols
6:05 - What the Matter Smart Home standard does
7:25 - Get smart home gear from AmeriDroid
8:47 - Smart Thermostats
10:25 - Smart Locks
13:58 - Smart Lighting
15:10 - Motion Sensors
16:02 - Smart Blinds, Shades, Curtains
16:31 - Security Systems
17:53 - TVs and Streaming Boxes
18:54 - Smart Appliances
19:37 - Smart Plugs
20:03 - Final thoughts and recommendations




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