Seven native Apple Watch apps have been refreshed with watchOS 10 Seven native Apple Watch apps have been refreshed with watchOS 10, including the Home app. The major update brings the Apple Watch HomeKit experience in line with the iPhone. Follow along to learn how the new Apple Watch Home app looks and works. Major […]

Best Buy is currently offering the Yale Assure Lock 2 Wi-Fi Smart Lock for $169.99 with free shipping. This particular model, which features push-button functionality, has been reduced from its regular price of $240, making it the lowest price it has been. In total, customers can save $70 off the original price, surpassing our previous […]

SwitchBot offers a variety of unique smart home solutions, including curtain openers, button pushers, and humidifiers. However, to maximize the functionality of these devices, you'll need to set up one of SwitchBot's smart hubs, such as the SwitchBot Hub 2. By adding a hub to your setup, you not only gain the ability to remotely […]

Buy a Dell Curved Gaming Monitor for $350. Today's top deals include $550 off an MSI Prestige 14 Evo laptop, a $116 Logitech Folio Touch iPad keyboard case, 30% off a 34" Dell curved gaming monitor, 50% off Skullcandy Sesh Evo in-ear wireless earbuds and more. The Homekit.Blog team scours the web for great deals […]

Aqara showcased its new Smart Lock U200, Camera E1, Dual Relay Module T2, and Ceiling Light T1M at IFA 2023 in Berlin, Germany, last week, the company said. The products support the Matter home automation standard and should go on sale in the coming months, Aqara added. Aqara Smart Lock U200, Camera E1, Dual Relay […]

Amazon now offers the second best price ever for Govee's first and only Matter Color LED Smart Lightstrip. You can get it for just $44.99 by clipping the coupon on the page, which is $15 off the usual $60 rate. This is one of the biggest savings since its launch in May and is only […]

Last year, Philips Hue introduced its inaugural Christmas lighting. The product quickly sold out before December and now the company is relaunching the collection with expanded options. These lights are now available for purchase, starting at $120. The new collection includes three different lengths and an updated design that can be used both indoors and […]

Amazon is currently offering the ecobee HomeKit SmartCamera for only $69, with free shipping. This represents a 31% discount from its original price of $100, and is the lowest price it has been in 2023. It is also the same price as our previous lowest listing this year, which was $11 less than the original […]

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Today's hottest deals include 51% off a Samsung 32" 4K Smart Monitor and Streaming TV, a Magic Mouse 2 for $59, a 2021 iPad Pro 3 for $605, 49% off a Microsoft Surface Book 3, $300 off an Acer Swift Edge 16" OLED laptop and more. Get a 2020 MacBook Air for $582. The Homekit.Blog […]

In this week's episode of the HomeKit Insider podcast, we're taking a look at the recent IFA announcements and other smart home news. This week there was a plethora of news from the Internationale Funkausstellung, the Berlin-based conference better known as IFA. At this European trade event, several new technology products were announced that would […]

One of the biggest challenges when it comes to technology in the home is finding a balance between style and functionality. Shades are a prime example of this dilemma. Technology enthusiasts want the latest features, while design-conscious individuals want something that looks technology-free. I recently installed some SmartWings blinds that are HomeKit-enabled, and they have […]

Apple HomeKit is an extensive suite of home automation products and services provided by Apple Inc. It is designed to seamlessly connect and control various smart devices in your home. With HomeKit, you can easily set up and control smart accessories such as lights, thermostats, cameras, door locks, and more, all from your Apple devices. […]

In the United States, iCloud+ is available in three tiers, with prices increasing as you add more storage. The basic package offers 50 GB of storage and costs $0.99 per month, while the mid-tier bundle with 200 GB of cloud storage costs $2.99 per month. If you store a lot of media files and have […]

Apple HomeKit and Google Home are two of the best smart home platforms out there. HomeKit is tightly regulated by Apple, allowing it to provide a streamlined experience that works flawlessly with all products in the catalog. Google, meanwhile, offers more freedom: its catalog is much larger than HomeKit's, and developers are largely free to […]

We've all been there. After automating all the lights in your home, upgrading your thermostat and implementing smart plugs throughout the house, there's always that one device that needs to stay outside because it relies on an old-fashioned infrared remote control. MUO VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE CONTENT If that appeals to you, […]

I have spent a significant amount of time and money setting up my ideal smart home, but there are still instances where having a control surface is necessary. While my Raspberry Pi-powered Home Assistant backend is hidden away, I have been using a Google Nest Hub on my desk as a control center for my […]

While IKEA is best known for its furniture, it also offers a robust range of wallet-friendly smart home accessories. Whether you need smart lamps, WiFi speakers, blinds, remote controls or smart plugs, IKEA has it all. MUO VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE CONTENT Before you can dive into IKEA's smart home ecosystem, however, […]

Today's top deals include 60% off an Apple power adapter and USB-C charging cable, $350 off a G16 gaming laptop, 35% off a JBL PartyBox wireless speaker, 57% off a Samsung Galaxy Smart Watch 4 and more. Get a JBL PartyBox wireless speaker for $260. The Homekit.Blog team scours the web for great deals at […]

HTML Content: Not only is Apple TV an excellent streaming device that offers a much better streaming experience than most standalone smart TVs, but it can also act as the brain of your smart home as an Apple HomeKit home hub. Yes, you can use a HomePod or even certain iPads as a gateway to […]

Google is notifying customers in the US about a price increase for Nest Aware. The basic subscription now costs $8 per month or $80 per year, while Nest Aware Plus now costs $15 per month or $150 per year. These changes are effective immediately for new subscribers and on the next invoice after November 6, […]

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These small devices, which connect to the internet, can be placed in areas of your home that are prone to leaks or flooding, such as exposed pipes, damp basements, water heaters, and washing machines. As soon as their sensors detect water, they send an alert to your smartphone and sometimes sound a siren so you […]

A Kickstarter campaign has been initiated for a new IR Blaster known as the Qubiot Remote Pro, which claims to be Matter compatible once it is successfully launched. Despite the existence of two devices in the market that offer this functionality through Matter- the Switchbot Hub 2 and the recent Nature Remo Nano, the Qubiot […]

I have been using Umbrel at home for the past year and a half. Previously I used a Raspberry Pi 4 to power my Umbrel server, but I recently upgraded to the new Umbrel Home which includes everything pre-built and ready to go. 2023 has been the year where I really thought hard about where […]

The iPhone 15 event is scheduled for September 12, and M3 Macs could make an appearance at an event in October. New iPad Pros are now expected in 2024. In this week's episode of the Homekit.Blog Podcast, hosts Wes Hilliard and Stephen Robles discuss all the details of Apple's Wonderlust event. The iPhone 15 lineup […]

Today's top deals include: - 44% off Beats Flex wireless earbuds - 86% off Speck iPhone 14 Pro case - 41% off Anker portable charger - 43% off Canon Color wireless laser printer - 75% off a JLab Talk Pro USB Microphone - And more For $1,600, you can get a 2020 iMac. Our Homekit.Blog […]

中国的智能安防专家Ezviz在柏林的IFA 2023展会上推出了一系列新设备，其中最引人注目的是新款的Ezviz E6智能安全摄像头。这款Ezviz E6是该公司首款支持Apple HomeKit安全视频的安全摄像头，具备3K分辨率，与Ezviz C6 2K+相同，可通过Ezviz应用实现360度全景扫描，让您可以密切关注家中发生的一切。通过HomeKit安全视频，录像可以存储在Apple的服务器上，不用担心被间谍眼睛（包括苹果自己）看到。当从E6捕捉视频时，它会进行端到端加密，然后存储在iCloud中，保持安全。只有您（以及您邀请的其他人）才能看到。不必担心：Apple HomeKit安全视频的解释。加密是在本地进行的，然后再发送到云端。HomeKit安全视频还可以在加密和存储之前确定人、宠物或车辆之间的区别。您需要HomePod或HomePod Mini来参与，或者需要Apple TV来使用所有功能，因为这些设备都充当专用的Apple Home中心。再谈Ezviz E6，它还具有一些实用的功能，包括智能手机向您发出警报，如果声音水平突然变化时；非常方便，例如，如果孩子在夜间哭泣或者烟雾报警器开始发出哔哔声。另一个很酷的功能是，如果有人向摄像头招手，他或她将会开始与您的手机进行视频通话。Ezviz C6不仅兼容HomeKit安全视频，还兼容Google Home和Amazon Alexa，具有AI人和宠物检测、自动缩放跟踪、隐私快门、红外夜视以及吠叫和喵喵声检测等功能。它通过Wi-Fi连接（包括2.4GHz和5GHz），如果不想使用Ezviz的云存储，还有MicroSD存储选项。除了E6之外，Ezviz还在IFA 2023上推出了EB8 4G全景倾斜户外电池摄像头，这是该品牌的首款移动安全摄像头。它由电池供电，并可使用Ezviz的太阳能面板配件保持充电，如下图所示：在柏林的展会上还展示了新款CB5，这是一款带有内置太阳能面板的电池摄像头，EP3x双镜头电池视频门铃和HP7视频门铃。这是一款门禁电话，配有室内显示器，也可以用作您所有Ezviz套件的控制面板。最后，Ezviz还宣布计划将Matter技术引入其产品中，推出新款A3网关。

Yeelight Introduces New Products and App Improvements at IFA 2023 The lighting brand's app will also soon add AI-driven learning and created effects. Yeelight is known for its unique and fun smart lighting solutions for a smart home. And at IFA 2023, the company is introducing even more options. We will take a closer look […]

CNET has been a leader in smart home technology since before the release of the first Amazon Echo smart speaker in 2014. Our experts have covered nearly every aspect of Alexa, Google, and Siri, as technology companies connect your home to optimize your everyday life. We have written thousands of articles on smart lights, speakers, […]

Amazon is currently offering the Nanoleaf Canvas Smarter Kit for $109.99 with free shipping. This smart wall lamp kit is usually priced at $180, but you can save up to $70 off the MSRP with this deal. The kit includes nine individual panels that can be arranged however you like, and it offers a "drill-free […]

Learn about the most common IoT programming languages ​​in 2023, including C, Python, Java, etc. The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of connected devices that can collect, process and exchange data over the Internet. IoT devices can range from smart home appliances, wearables, and sensors to industrial machines and vehicles. To program these […]

Smartmi today introduces its latest device, the <strong>Evaporative Humidifier 3</strong>, featuring fog-free natural humidification, a <strong>5-liter water tank</strong>, high-efficiency humidification of <strong>350ml/h</strong>, intelligent controls and near-silent operation. Smartmi's evaporative system mimics natural humidity, with fog-free humidification technology, carefully distributing pure water to the evaporator, which in turn creates an ultra-thin film of water that covers […]