Smart Features

For your convenience we have installed various smart devices in the Chalets.

Each Chalet has a HomePod mini made by Apple, An Apple TV, Smart Lighting and at least one smart plug for the heater in the main living room.

We have chosen to go with Apple’s HomeKit setup due to the enhanced privacy features it offers. All commands are processed locally and not in the cloud. You can use this system with confidence and be assured that your privacy is paramount.

Even although the lighting is smart, you can still control them by using the switches on the wall.

Homepod Mini

Homepod Mini

This allows you to speak instructions to the smart devices.

Start with 'Hey Siri'

You can also ask it to play from Apple music or the time or the weather or to time an egg.

You can control these by using the words ‘Hey Siri’ and giving a command.
Examples:-

‘Hey Siri Turn On/Off’

Living Room Light

Bedroom Light

Back Bedroom Light

Kitchen Light

Bathroom Light

Living Room Heater

‘Hey Siri’

Lights on/Lights off

Turn On TV

What time is it?

Set timer for 10 minutes

Example use could be asking Siri to turn all the lights on when you arrive in the dark.


Apple TV

You can also use the Apple TV remote to control the devices in the Chalet with the same commands,
just use the button on the right hand side of the remote.

Apple TV Instructions

Apple TV Remote

Some useful features on the remote for the Apple TV.

The Power on/off button will turn both the Apple TV and the TV itself on or off.


Apple TV has these channels
Netflix
Disney+
Amazon Prime Video

5 TV, Channel 4, ITV Apps

Apple Movies (some purchased)

If you would like to sign in to any of these apps you are welcome to do so,
but please inform us if you have (and make sure you sign out on departure!)

Braevalla Chalets - Skinidin - Dunvegan - Isle Of Skye - Scotland - IV55 8ZS