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Using Smart Plugs, Sensors & Automations to control ‘Dumb’ Devices

22nd April 2018 0 min read

Chris Young from HomeKitgeek.com shows how to control ‘dumb’ devices with just a sensor, a Smart Plug and a very simple automation.

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