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Book: The Smart Smart Home Handbook

"Today, almost anything can be connected to the internet. With this comes the ability to check on your pets from work, create lighting schemes for every mood, and answer the door without ever leaving your armchair."

"This book introduces you to Alexa, Google, Siri, and many other miraculous devices of today's smart home. Learn how to choose between them, set them up for smooth operation, and get the most out of the features they offer. And if things go wrong, there's no need to panic - with its troubleshooting tips, it will also guide you through potential problems and common mistakes, giving you the best experience."

Overall

4 stars

Date: 14 February 2022

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Summary

Overall

4 stars

Readability

5 stars

Value for Money

4 stars

Aotearoa NZ Relevance

2 stars

Book Contents
  1. Basics
    • Introduction
    • The Beta Problem
    • What Makes Tech "Smart?"
    • The Essentials
    • Where to Go Next
  2. Ecosystems
    • Amazon Alexa & Echo
    • Siri & Homekit
    • Google Home
  3. Smart Home Systems
    • How Your Internet Works
    • Mesh Networks
    • Zigbee
    • Z-Wave
    • Thread
    • SmartThings
  4. Entertainment
    • The Real Home Hub
    • Smartening Your TV
    • Smart TV Content
    • Multi-Room Sound
    • Individuals & Families
  5. Temperature
    • Thermostats
    • Zonal Temperature Control
  6. Lighting
    • Smart Lightbulbs
    • Sensible Light Setup
    • Hue vs the Others
    • Smart Light Apps
    • Physical Switches
    • Smart Switches
    • Kitchen Devices
  7. Kitchen
    • Ovens & Hobbs
    • The Smart Fridge
    • Grocery Ordering
    • Smart Bins
    • Kitchen Devices
  8. Monitoring & Security
    • Cameras
    • Sensors
    • Doorbells & Locks
    • Baby Monitoring
  9. Well-Being
    • Well-being Concepts
    • Watch Meets Phone
    • Body Fat
    • Blood Pressure
    • Temperature
  10. Bots & Sequencing
    • Floor Cleaners
    • Lawnmowers
    • Pet Care
    • Social Robots
    • Sequencing & Interoperability
    • IFTTT
    • DIY "Robots"
  11. Reliable Setup
    • Cable Modems & Routers
    • To Wi-Fi or Not to Wi-Fi
    • TEXT
  12. Security & Problem-solving
    • Plan for Failure
    • Hackers
    • How to Stop Hackers
    • Troubleshooting

The Smart Smart Home Handbook


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SHEALD
Aotearoa New Zealand
Smart Home Electrical Automation
and Lifestyle Devices