Smart homes: what you need to know before starting yours

Updated August 17 2017 - 8:58am, first published 8:29am

Smart home devices are still niche products, tested and bought by geeks. But the arrival of the Google Home and the loosening of restrictions around Apple's HomeKit, could see the market growing over the next few months. But before you start filling your home with overpriced gadgets, it's best to ensure your house is ready.