Guest ​ @ShaneCreates In this episode of the Technical Difficulties Smart Home Podcast we interview Shane Watley, a prominent YouTube creator in the smart home space. Shane shares his journey into smart home technology, his experiences building a community through live streams, and his insights on the future of smart home ecosystems, particularly Apple Home and the Matter protocol. The conversation also touches on Shane's creative process, his favorite smart home devices, and the challenges of working with brands. Shane emphasizes the importance of having fun with smart home technology and offers valuable advice for beginners.Thank you to Zooz for sponsoring this podcast! For the best deals on Z-Wave smart home products you'll love:https://www.thesmartesthouse.comFollow Shane Whatley:https://youtube.com/@ShaneCreateshttps://instagram.com/shanecreateshttps://shanewhatley.comBrandon's YouTube:​⁠ @BrandonDoyleMN ​00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction04:35 Shane Watley's Journey into Smart Home Technology07:27 The Evolution of Shane's YouTube Channel10:19 Engagement and Community Building through Live Streams13:14 Exploring Smart Home Ecosystems: Apple vs Others16:22 The Future of Apple Home and Smart Home Solutions19:00 Matter and Its Impact on Smart Home Devices22:04 Reflections on CES and Smart Lock Innovations24:16 Working with Brands and Audience Engagement27:14 Passions in Smart Home Automation30:12 Favorite Devices and Automations in Shane's Home32:00 Smart Home Aesthetics and Lighting Innovations33:06 Navigating Apple Home Automations37:31 Creative Projects and Video Production Insights52:59 Starting Your Smart Home Journey55:32 Smart Home Fails and Lessons LearnedZoozThank you to Zooz for supporting the podcastDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

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