There are many smart home products that work with Apple's HomeKit interface, which makes configuration very secure and allows you to control everything from the Home app on your iPhone. But with so many products out there, it's not enough to control every single lamp and small appliance.
That's where the smart plugs come in. Connect one to the normal outlet and then plug in the mute device: a lamp, a fan, an electric kettle, whatever. If the smart card is compatible with HomeKit, you can use the Home or Siri application (not to mention the shortcuts) to activate or turn off that plug.
To get the most out of a HomeKit-compatible device, you'll want to make sure you have an Apple TV, HomePod or iPad connected to your local home network to act as a primary Hub. This will allow you to remotely control HomeKit accessories and even configure Automations that control multiple devices at the same time, depending on the time, location or actions of other devices.
Our sister site TechHive reviews many smart plugs, but if you're in the Apple ecosystem, you may not be very interested in those that only accept Alexa or Google Assistant; You probably want one that works with HomeKit (in addition to its own features). These are the most appreciated plus smarts that are compatible with HomeKit.
The IHome SP6 is a compact and affordable smart connector that supports many smart home ecosystems: HomeKit, IFTTT, SmartThings, Nest, Wink, Alexa and Google Assistant. Its short but wide design does not block the jack above or below, and the configuration is quick and easy. The iHome app will show you how much power the outlet uses and allows for other controls, though you probably want to stick with HomeKit (or some other smart home ecosystem control).
The Lutron starter kit hub can handle more than just the smart jacks that come with it. It is also compatible with Lutron wall extension switches and Serena blinds. All of these work with HomeKit as well as other smart home ecosystems.
The disadvantage is that these are two-pin sockets that turn a normal socket into a dark switch, and should therefore only be used with lamps. If you want to control a fan, heater, or electric kettle, for example, you need a three-pin outlet on / off.
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