Signify Releases New Philips Hue Contact Sensor Firmware Adding Support for Apple HomeKit According to Hueblog.com, Signify has released new firmware for the Philips Hue Contact Sensor that adds support for Apple HomeKit. Previously, the indoor sensors could only be controlled via the Security Center of the Philips Hue app. Now, after updating to the […]

Cyber ​​Monday is over. However, if you want to give your entertainment center a serious boost, there are still a ton of 75-inch and 85-inch TV deals available after the event. The Onn 75-inch 4K Roku TV for $498 at Walmart is a super cheap deal at under $500. Or the Roku 75-inch Plus Series […]

Matter has released update 1.2, which makes major improvements to the interoperability standard and expands access to nine more types of devices, such as washing machines, air purifiers, refrigerators, dishwashers, robot vacuum cleaners and other smart home gadgets. Previously, Matter only worked with a few types of devices, such as smart lamps, smart plugs and […]

TP-Link Black Friday Sale TP-Link Black Friday Sale As part of its now live Black Friday sale, Amazon has now launched a series of extended sales of TP-Link smart home items. With options from both the Kasa and Tapo series, this is a remarkable opportunity to boost your smart home equipment for the holidays with […]

Amazon is now offering the dual TP-Link HomeKit Outdoor Smart Plug for $19.99. Shipping is free for Prime members or on orders over $25. This model launched in late 2022 for $30 and is now 33% cheaper than the going price. Today's deal matches both our previous mention and the Amazon tier, offering an affordable […]

On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, your hosts talk about a new Matter over Thread smart lock for the EU, Matter-compatible vacuum cleaners, and much more. The fourth generation of Nuki has been launched, this time with Matter over Thread. This lock is […]

``` Aqara is taking advantage of the hottest sales day of the year by offering Black Friday shoppers big discounts on the tools you need to turn your home into a HomeKit smart home. Enjoy ultimate comfort with the Aqara ecosystem of devices. Enjoy discounts of up to 30% on Aqara's most popular smart accessories, […]

Indie Dev Sales Indie Dev Sales has become a major event in the Apple community as many independent developers come together to promote their iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS apps by offering special discounts. The Indie App Sales usually take place in July alongside Prime Day. But if you missed it, don't worry because it's […]

Amazon Black Friday Sale on HomeKit Smart Home Gear Amazon is now offering a collection of nice HomeKit smart home gear as part of its early Black Friday sale. We're tracking a range of offerings, from light bulbs and smart plugs to HomeKit thermostats, oil diffusers, and power strips, but the headliner is the new […]

The Cyber ​​Monday sale is technically over, but that doesn't mean there isn't still time to score an epic Cyber ​​Monday TV deal. There are still TV deals starting at just $59 at Best Buy. Alternatively, if you want one of the best TVs you can buy right now, the LG C3 OLED TV is […]

```html In the year 2123, where homes are more than just a place to live, they are an extension of one's identity, Jasmine, an aspiring technology enthusiast, received a package that would transform her living experience. It was the Black+Decker Smart Home Starter Kit. Located in the bustling heart of Neo-Tokyo, Jasmine's small apartment was […]

The biggest shopping day in the United States is just around the corner and retailers have discounted all kinds of smart home products ahead of the holidays. We've rounded up the best HomeKit deals for those looking to expand their Apple smart home ecosystems, and we've provided some discounts for smart home products that aren't […]

It's time for the best Black Friday deals, plus news about Sonos planning an AirPods Max competitor, the explosion of OpenAI, and Tim Cook using the word 'AI' on the new Homekit.Blog Podcast. Apple has so carefully avoided talking about artificial intelligence - instead preferring the term "machine learning" - but now Tim Cook has […]

Aqara's Camera E1 is a new addition to the smart home camera space, offering a range of key features including 2K resolution, pan and tilt, support for HomeKit Secure Video and more. The Camera E1 emerges as a notable option in Aqara's range of smart home cameras, especially for those looking for a balance between […]

Aqara Black Friday Aqara has become a leader in smart home and HomeKit over the past decade, and the company's latest devices offer an impressive mix of function and form. Now for Black Friday, Aqara is offering the best prices on its devices, including smart cameras, doorbells, locks, motion and door/window sensors and more. And […]

Smart plugs are a great way to bring even your non-IoT devices into the smart home ecosystem, and with a Cyber Monday deal on Amazon you can get some of the best ones for super cheap. A four-pack of Kasa Smart Plug Mini 15A from TP-Link is 30 percent off, dropping the price to just […]

As families prepare for the Christmas season, outdoor lighting is certainly a top priority for my family, and I'm sure it is for many of you. Outdoor lighting is a great way to illuminate the area and provide mood lighting. For outdoor lighting, this is an excellent way to eliminate the hassle of plugging things […]

If you missed out on a smart home gear bargain this Black Friday, Cyber ​​Monday is here to the rescue. There are still plenty of significant discounts to be found on smart speakers and smart displays, but also on robot vacuum cleaners that you can operate with a command and smart speakers and video doorbells […]

Or Apple HomeKit is a platform developed by Apple to provide intelligent facilities in a home. It allows for various smart devices such as appliances, thermostats, appliances and security cameras and ways to integrate with most Apple devices such as iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch or even a Siri virtual assistant. If you want to buy […]

Automate Pulse 2 Hub Review Showcasing Automate's Design The Automate Pulse 2 Hub lets you control your smart curtains and blinds via HomeKit - as long as your motor is compatible with the hub. A Simplistic Design Automate, a company that may sound unfamiliar, offers motorized rods for all types of curtains. Using the Pulse […]

Amazon Philips Hue Starter Pack Amazon Philips Hue Starter Pack Amazon is now offering a remarkable starter pack for those who want to finally see what Philips Hue is all about. This HomeKit Color Ambiance Starter Kit is now selling for $119.99 shipped. It drops from the usual $160 price tag as one of the […]

New York startup Tuo will soon release their third Matter over Thread product, coming on the back of their Smart Button, and the more recently released Contact sensor. This, while not a total surprise (its existence was revealed via an FCC filing), was not part of the company's original lineup, which also included a smart […]

If you have different brands of smart technology in your home, cross-platform compatibility can be a frustrating problem. But with a smart home bridge you can overcome many of these obstacles. So, what is a smart home bridge and do you need one? MUO VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT How do […]

Amazon is now offering the Level Lock+ Smart Lock for $278.99 shipped. The Cyber ​​Monday discount applies to all four trims of the new Front Door upgrade, bringing each model down from the usual rate of $329. This is a 15% discount and is the second largest across the board best price yet. We've seen […]

< p >Just after we announced pre-orders for the new ZemiSmart Roller Shade motor with Matter over Thread, the company followed up with an update to their original HomeKit-compatible Zigbee hub. If that confuses you at all, as they also recently released a Matter-compatible hub, you're not alone. However, there is a method to the […]

As part of the Cyber ​​Monday deals and as part of a solid price drop on the new Christmas lights, the official Govee Amazon store has now started an early Thanksgiving sale with discounts of up to 44%. Loaded with smart indoor and outdoor solutions, a highlight is the 2023 model M1 RGBIC LED Strip […]

On this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, your hosts discuss new product releases from the past week, discuss Sonos headphone rumors, and review a few products. Last week we saw that the Briiv Pro indoor air purifier hit Kickstarter. We reviewed the original model and it uses more environmentally friendly materials for the […]

Amazon is now offering the Lutron Diva Smart Dimmer Switch Starter Kit for $99.95 shipped. This Cyber Monday discount is only the second chance to date to save $20 off the usual rate of $120. It's within $5 of July's all-time low, and is the only other discount since its debut last fall. The Caseta […]

We confirm that two members of Serbian civil society were targeted by spyware earlier this year. Both have publicly criticized the Serbian government. We are not naming the individuals at this time at their request. The Citizen Lab's technical analysis of forensic artifacts was conducted in support of a study led by Access Now in […]

```html Three new Ikea sensors are being added to the company's smart home product range, each costing less than $10. None of them support HomeKit, but the company says they all support the $69 Dirigera hub, and has promised that it will be upgraded to Matter at some point... The three new Ikea sensors Ikea […]

Amazon is now offering a rare opportunity to save on the Philips Hue Smart Plug. Now that you have the second best price yet, you can score this smart home upgrade for $28.99 shipped. Normally selling for $35, it's less than $2 away from August's all-time low. This smart plug can be paired via Bluetooth […]

There are 48 possibilities and a range of 120 Hz refresco available that are compatible with Dolby Atmos and with Dolby Vision IQ. There are no longer any big prizes during the big annual offers, as is the case with the recent Black Friday and Cyber ​​Monday. Sometimes it may happen that before or in […]

The Automate Pulse 2 Hub The Automate Pulse 2 Hub allows you to control your smart curtains and blinds via HomeKit, as long as your motor is compatible with the hub. Automate Pulse 2 Hub review: Showcasing the design of Automate Automate, a company that may sound unfamiliar, offers motorized rods for all types of […]