is offering a discount on its latest smart lock with support. The new is selling for $164.99 shipped after the coupon is clipped on the page. Starting at $190, this is only the third discount to date and a rare opportunity to save on the recent release. Earlier this summer we dove into what you […]

The Philips Hue ecosystem of home automation devices is facing criticism for its recent changes, according to Rachel Kroll, a veteran systems administrator and former manufacturing engineer at Facebook. In her blog post, Kroll expresses her concern about the company's shift towards what she refers to as "complete enshittification." She mentions that the company's iOS […]

Amazon Offers Smart Home Starter Kit for Voice-Controlled Lighting Amazon now offers the perfect smart home starter kit to finally switch to voice-controlled lighting. This 3-pack of Philips Hue Color Ambiance LED bulbs retails for $89.99 shipped and falls below the usual price tag of $135. This is 33% off and lands as the third […]

Anyone else experiencing issues with HomeKit and TVOS17? Ever since I got my new iPhone 15 PM, my HomeKit devices have ceased functioning. I upgraded my AppleTV 4k, which serves as my hub, to TVOS17, and now it's completely unresponsive. I am unable to select a room, and the status continuously tries to sync with […]

Yale has introduced two new smart locks, namely the Assure Lock 2 Touch and Assure Lock 2 Plus. These locks feature fingerprint scanning, support for Apple Home Keys, and more. They are also compatible with HomeKit. The Assure Lock 2 Touch specifications include a fingerprint scanner integrated into the Yale logo with 99% accuracy and […]

You may not realize it, but adding your home address to Apple's HomeKit is essential for maximizing its capabilities. Without knowing where to input it or how to fine-tune it, you're missing out on automating your smart home. In this guide, we will demonstrate how simple it is to add your home's address to HomeKit. […]

Yale has introduced two new smart deadbolts as part of its Assure range, following the release of Assure Lock 2 in 2021. This announcement comes at a time when there are still doubts about the promised release of Matter over Thread module for both Assure 2 and older locks. The first lock is the Yale […]

Yale Home has recently introduced two new products to their smart lock collection: the Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch and the Yale Assure Lock 2 Plus, both of which come with support for Apple Home Keys. Apple's iOS 15 now features a smart home innovation called Home Key, which utilizes NFC technology to unlock your […]

Although it's more expensive than other streaming devices, the Apple TV is the best set-top box for Apple users, thanks to extras like HomeKit integration. With HomeKit, the Apple TV functions as a smart home hub for all your accessories and offers convenient control on the big screen. We'll show you how to add your […]

Amazon currently has the Govee M1 Matter Smart Color Lightstrip on sale for $42.99. This price includes a 20% discount and an on-page coupon. It's the second-best price we've seen, with a nearly 30% reduction from the usual price. It's only $2 less than our previous listing and just $1 higher than the all-time low […]

The 2023 model TCL Q7 Smart Google TVs are now available at some of the best Amazon prices yet. Among the various sizes available, you can now purchase the TCL 65-inch Q7 QLED 4K Smart Google TV for $699.99 with free shipping. Originally priced at $1,000 at Best Buy, this deal offers up to $300 […]

Both Smart Home apps, HomeKit Controller (App Store-Link) and HomeDevices Controller (App Store-Link), are fully compatible. This announcement came during a press conference held by Yannic Fries, the developer of HomeDevices. The newly integrated HomeKit app and the extensive Apple Home database offered by HomeDevices have now become a powerful combination. According to Yannic Fries, […]

From iOS 17, a new addition called Grid Forecast has been introduced to the Home app. Although it doesn't offer a new way to control accessories, it lays the foundation for potential smart home integration in the future. Grid Forecast provides insight into your local energy network through Apple's Home app. It divides your local […]

Today, Roku announces the Roku Express 4K with Voice Remote Pro, an all-new bundle sold exclusively on Amazon. It comes with the company's most affordable player and what it calls the "best remote on the market." Technology. Entertainment. Science. Your inbox. Sign up for the most interesting technology and entertainment news around. By registering, I […]

A promotion is currently available to activate the Netatmo external camera compatible with HomeKit at an attractive price. The camera for outdoor use is priced at €209. It requires a power supply as it does not function on battery power. This makes it suitable for homes where a camera surveillance system cannot be installed due […]

If you're looking for an affordable streaming device with beautiful picture quality, you're in luck. Just a week after announced pre-orders for two new , announced it is launching a new bundle with the and , available exclusively on for $50. The is Roku's most affordable streaming device, but supports resolution, , and , , […]

Today, Aqara introduced its latest addition to the relay portfolio: the Dual Relay Module T2. This two-channel relay boasts a compact design that seamlessly fits into various wall boxes. It serves as a versatile and retrofit solution, enabling users to control and automate an extensive array of electrical devices, including lights, motorised window coverings, boilers, […]

Aqara is introducing a new product in the European market, which is a double T2 module relay. With this product, you can control various electrical devices in your house, such as lights, garage doors, electric radiators, and more. The compact size of the module makes it easy to install in different locations. However, in my […]

Two Apps in one! Combine your Controller for HomeKit and HomeDevices in one place! The Controller for HomeKit app and the Home Devices database for Apple Home have joined forces. This collaboration allows for seamless integration, rapid development, and access to a vast range of information. All the features and benefits of HomeDevices are now […]

A promotion offers the opportunity to get the excellent version of the Nuki Smart Lock 3.0 Pro for a higher price of €209. The Nuki Smart Lock 3.0 Pro stands out from its basic model as it offers Wi-Fi integration, allowing remote control and integration with various home automation systems such as HomeKit, IFTTT, Alexa, […]

Following the release of iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, it's now macOS Sonoma's turn to roll out, and we know the launch is scheduled for Tuesday, September 26. There's a whole laundry list of new features, like new wallpapers and screen savers, improvements to Safari, the ability to share passwords and passcodes with trusted contacts, […]

If you're looking for an affordable streaming device with beautiful picture quality, you're in luck. Just a week after Amazon announced pre-orders for two new , Roku announced it is launching a new bundle with the and , available exclusively on Amazon for $50. The is Roku's most affordable streaming device, but supports 4K Ultra […]

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The ultimate goal of any smart home setup is to have your home work for you, rather than against you. There are numerous devices available that can assist with this, but none can elevate your smart home automation like an occupancy sensor. By knowing where you are in your home, you can have your home […]

Until the end of the day, Best Buy is offering the Nanoleaf Shapes Hexagons Smarter Kit for $149.99 shipped. This is lower than the usual rate of $200 and results in a $50 price reduction. It matches the best price in 2023, costing $10 less than our previous listing and the best since the start […]

The official Amazon store is currently offering its Smart HomeKit Table Lamp for $29.99 shipped. Don't forget to clip the coupon on the page. This new model is even more affordable than the previous 7.68-inch variant, which usually sold for $40. It typically sells for $37 on Amazon. This deal is only $1 higher than […]

In this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, your hosts get started with the Sonos Move 2, discuss Amazon's new products, Hue's new update, and more. With the launch of iOS 17, a slew of app updates have hit devices. We discussed a few in the episode, including Signals. Also, many smart home-oriented apps […]

ZemiSmart has launched a brand new smart home hub with a lot of functionality under the hood. The M1 is primarily a Zigbee hub that exposes Tuya Zigbee child devices to any Matter platform – Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings. Additionally, the hub can act as a Thread Border Router for the […]

The Meross WiFi thermostat is an intelligent device that can regulate the temperature of your home in a simple and efficient way. Compatible with Apple HomeKit, Alexa, and Google Assistant, with many functionalities, a digital LED touchscreen, and a WiFi module. Buy on Amazon for €57.04. The temperature and protection for the functioning of the […]

The AirVersa Purelle air purifier boasts exclusive support for Apple HomeKit and benefits from unique support for Thread connectivity. Purelle is one of the smaller air purifiers on the market. Suitable for rooms up to 300 square feet, it is just over 13 inches tall and less than nine inches square. It has a sleek, […]

The Humelle (or AH1) from Airversa is the world's first and only Thread-enabled Smart Humidifier. In this video, I go through pretty much all the features of this product, although as of the time of this recording, humidity is high in my part of the world, so while I tested a lot of the functions […]

It's launch day for Apple Watch Ultra 2 and we're seeing the first discount go live to celebrate. Along with a new low on the 15-inch M2 MacBook Air at a $250 discount, there's also this 3-in-1 Belkin 15W MagSafe Charger for $121 that's perfect for the iPhone 15. Make the jump for all that […]

Amazon LG CineBeam Portable Full HD LED Smart Projector Amazon LG CineBeam Portable Full HD LED Smart Projector Amazon is offering the LG CineBeam Portable Full HD LED Smart Projector for $496.99 shipped. After the regular $600 price tag, this $103 discount is the second discount we've tracked since its release early this year, and […]