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Apple's HomeKit could help smarten up your home

Las Vegas: Apple didn't attend last week's gadget show but its presence was felt. Many companies have designed "smart" home products that integrate with Apple's HomeKit, an emerging technology for controlling lights and appliances through

THE PROMISE

For users of Apple devices, HomeKit will be an easy way to automate your home. Apple says it will review products to ensure they are easy to use and meet its privacy and security guidelines. What will be tougher is outfitting your home with the necessary equipment, especially at $40 or more per plug.

But as you replace lights and appliances you can start building a smart home, or just buy HomeKit plugs for the essential things you want automated.

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