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iOS 16 confirms the death of this iPad HomeKit feature
By Joe Wituschek published
Code in iOS 16 has confirmed that the iPad will no longer be supported as a HomeKit hub.
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Everything new with HomeKit from WWDC 2022
By Christopher Close last updated
Some big changes are coming to HomeKit this fall. Here's everything announced at WWDC 2022.
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ecobee's new HomeKit thermostats include radar motion detection, larger screens, and more
By Christopher Close published
ecobee drops a pair of new HomeKit-enabled smart thermostats each with advanced radar motion sensing technology, significantly larger screens, and more.
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Eve launches HomeKit Secure Video-enabled outdoor floodlight camera
By Christopher Close published
Eve's latest smart home accessory is a powerful floodlight camera designed exclusively for HomeKit Secure Video.
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How to connect incompatible accessories to HomeKit
By Christopher Close, Mikah Sargent published
Want to bring your favorite smart home accessories over to HomeKit? Here's all of the ways that you can try to get them added to the Home app!
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Twinkly Dots review: More smarts than HomeKit can handle
By Adam Oram last updated
With a unique design and highly customizable lighting effects, the Twinkly Dots are a premium smart light strip pick — but HomeKit users may want to hold off.
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Best smart thermostat 2023
By Christopher Close, Bryan M Wolfe published
There are plenty of smart thermostats on the market today, so how do you choose the best for your home? Don't worry! We got you covered with our guide to the best of the best.
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Aqara launches new HomeKit-enabled motion sensor with 5-year battery life
By Christopher Close published
Aqara's latest HomeKit-compatible motion sensor features extra-long battery life and upgraded Zigbee connectivity.
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Thread: Everything you need to know
By Christopher Close published
Everything you need to know about the latest smart home connectivity standard — Thread.
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TCL announces a raft of new HomeKit, AirPlay 2-compatible televisions
By Oliver Haslam published
Electronics firm TCL has announced a number of new televisions that will all be powered by Google TV but come with support for Apple's AirPlay 2 and HomeKit built in.
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ecobee SmartThermostat vs. Nest Learning Thermostat: Which should you buy?
By Joseph Keller, Mikah Sargent, Christopher Close published
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Smartmi launches new HomeKit-enabled air purifier with UV sterilization
By Christopher Close published
The new, HomeKit-enabled second-generation Smartmi Air Purifier 2 cleans better than ever with UV sterilization and a larger coverage area.
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Best HomeKit apps for Apple Watch 2023
By Christopher Close published
Like having HomeKit on your wrist but need a little bit more than the Home app? Then check out these awesome apps!
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Best HomeKit apps for Apple TV 2023
By Christopher Close published
While tvOS now includes some basic HomeKit controls and camera capabilities, it still doesn't have a full-blown Home app. Here's the best apps for Apple TV that can help fill the void.
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Home Widget puts HomeKit controls right on your Home screen
By Oliver Haslam last updated
If you have a home full of HomeKit gear or even just have a single light bulb, controlling things shouldn't be difficult or require multiple taps. That's why you're going to love Home Widget.
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How to upgrade your eero router to a HomeKit Secure Router
By Christopher Close published
If you have a compatible eero router, you can take control of how your accessories connect to the internet with just a few simple steps. Here's how!
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Meross Smart WiFi Essential Oil Diffuser review: Automate your home's smell
By Adam Oram published
The Meross Smart WiFi Essential Oil Diffuser is controllable with HomeKit and can make your home smell great on a schedule that suits you.
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