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How to use HomeKit

I am starting out with HomeKit. I purchased some plugs.


I really want a manual or how to.


One of the plugs does not turn on at sunset. I read help things about setting up a 'hub'. Why? What is a hub?


So I check my AppleTV and it says that it is already setup as a hub.


So now what? Why does one device not know what time of day it is?


And why can't Apple supply a 'how to'?

Apple TV 4K, tvOS 16

Posted on Dec 12, 2022 5:00 PM

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Posted on Dec 13, 2022 1:41 AM

the hub is what makes the bridge between your homekit devices in well your home and your phone when you are away from home so you can still operate them across the internet


try reading Home User Guide for Mac - Apple Support (IE)

and

Add an accessory to the Home app - Apple Support


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apple homekit manual - Google Search

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Dec 13, 2022 1:41 AM in response to Lawrence Hammer

the hub is what makes the bridge between your homekit devices in well your home and your phone when you are away from home so you can still operate them across the internet


try reading Home User Guide for Mac - Apple Support (IE)

and

Add an accessory to the Home app - Apple Support


more

apple homekit manual - Google Search

How to use HomeKit

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