The Smart Home Edit.

Security starts at the front door. For 2025, we recommend these three units because they support HomeKit Secure Video (HKSV), meaning your data stays in your iCloud, not on a random company's server:

1. Logitech Circle View: Best for pure Apple integration and vertical field-of-view (seeing packages on the floor).
2. Aqara G4: The best hybrid option. It works with batteries or existing wiring and features local AI face recognition.
3. Reolink PoE Series: For new builds, hardwired Power-over-Ethernet is the gold standard for speed and 24/7 reliability.

A smart home isn't a collection of gadgets; it’s an ecosystem. We choose Apple Home because it provides a unified interface that even a houseguest can understand.

By bridging professional systems like Clipsal C-Bus into Apple Home, we give you the reliability of high-end hardware with the simplicity of the iPhone you already have in your pocket. No more jumping between five different apps to turn off the lights and check the cameras.

The hallmark of a truly luxury home is the absence of tech clutter. We call this "Invisible Technology."

This means no "wall acne" (clusters of 6 switches in a row), hidden Wi-Fi access points that don't ruin the ceiling aesthetic, and speakers that are flush-mounted or completely concealed. If the technology is doing its job, you shouldn't have to look at it; you should only experience the comfort it provides.

Traditional "Dealer-based" systems like Control4 often trap homeowners in a cycle of service fees. Want to change a light schedule? You have to call a dealer and pay for a site visit.

Apple Home is different. At robot®, we install the professional-grade hardware (C-Bus/UniFi), but we hand the keys to the user. You can create your own "Scenes" and "Automations" for free, without ever needing to call us for simple adjustments. It’s professional power with consumer freedom.

Many smart home companies are moving toward "Subscription Models"—charging you $30/month just to use your own doorbell or cameras. We hate that.

We prioritize Local Control hardware. By using UniFi for cameras and C-Bus for lighting, your data stays on-site. You pay for the installation once, and you own the functionality forever. No monthly bills, no "cloud" downtime, just a house that works.

Before hiring an integrator, ask these three things:

• "Does this work if the internet goes down?" (If the answer is no, don't buy it.)
• "Can I manage simple things myself, or do I need you for every change?"
• "Is my data stored locally or in your company's cloud?"

A good integrator should be building for 10 years, not just until your next Wi-Fi password change.

The biggest project killer is Fragmentation.

This happens when the Electrician, the Security guy, and the AV guy don't talk to each other. You end up with 4 different apps and 4 different types of switches on the same wall. We solve this by being the single point of contact for the "Technical Foundation" of your home.