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March 19, 2024
Homekit fails or needs more attempts.

Hi everyone, I have a strange problem that I can't solve by myself. I have a Nuki 3.0 pro lock and I use homekit for home automation. Operating the door lock with the app is no problem and the WIFI is ok. As a homekithub I use an Apple TV 4K which is about 5 […]

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March 19, 2024
Frustrated with Apple for limiting HomeKit WAN streams.

Am I the only one completely frustrated that I can only see 2 streams while watching my cameras over the WAN? The Homecam developer asked Apple years ago to release this limitation, but it's still there in 2024. I don't understand why. I have gigabit fiber. I have 5 homepod mini, 2 OG Homepod, AppleTV […]

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March 19, 2024
Home keys do not unlock Schlage Encode Plus

After many factory resets and pairing attempts, HomeKit now works with Schlage Encode Plus. Turns out my Apple TV was too far away. Unfortunately, I can't unlock the door with my iPhone (latest OS) using Homekey. It says "Done" but the bolt won't open. It doesn't work with my other iPhone either. Has anyone experienced […]

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March 18, 2024
'24 Checkin - HomeKit compatible weather stations with display

It's been a few years since I've seen a new post on Weather Stations, so I thought I'd bring it up again. Looking for native integration, but also a solution that has a display device... something like the one in the picture (doesn't have to be exact). Any suggestions / is there anything out there? […]

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March 18, 2024
HomeKit Phantom Hubs

Has anyone fixed the phantom home hub issue? I removed a home hub about 3 months ago (I was resetting an AppleTV) and ended up with a duplicate ghost hub. Apple said wait 45 days and it will be gone, three months later it's still there. Annoying

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March 18, 2024
Outdoor lights - Box or something else?

I've just started dipping my toes into HomeKit and trying to identify use cases to help simplify things around the house. One area that stands out is our outdoor lights - right now I have dawn/dusk bulbs but they only work if they are constantly powered. Would it be the move to upgrade to the […]

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March 18, 2024
Changed router/ISP

I changed my ISP and therefore my router. I have connected all my devices and AppleTV etc but my bulbs are still offline. Any magic solution other than removing and adding them all back?

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March 18, 2024
A smart lock for the doors of a Dierre?

Hello, I just moved into an apartment with such a lock and I can't bear to take this huge key with me, so I'm looking for a smart lock. Do you know what brand exactly this type of lock will support? HomeKit support is a must. Thanks!

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March 18, 2024
Siri reacts on iPhone instead of HomePod

Hey, I'm currently struggling with Siri. Whenever I tried to give Siri a command, she was reacting to my iPhone in my pocket instead of the Homepod right next to me. This wouldn't be a problem if Siri on the iPhone still knew what room you were in, but it would only pick a room […]

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March 18, 2024
HomeBattery 2.0 - Battery Trends, Apple Watch App, iCloud Sync & More!

HomeBattery 2.0 - Battery Trends, Apple Watch App, iCloud Sync & More!

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March 18, 2024
How much do you invest in upgrading a rental property?

I love HomeKit gadgets and turning my place into a smart home, but I live in a rental property. I wonder if there are others like me with the same dilemma. On the one hand, the owner allows me to make any changes I see fit (mainly because they increase their value), on the other […]

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March 18, 2024
Are there smart plugs compatible with homekit WITHOUT having a hub?

I'm looking to buy a smart plug but I don't have a hub. Are there smart plugs that I can operate from Apple Home that don't require a hub (ie home hub/apple tv/etc.)? i.e. philips hue smart plug, kasa tp link, I know these are homekit compatible but can't figure out if they will require […]

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March 18, 2024
ideas and setups?

Hello everyone! I am extremely fascinated by smart technology! Does anyone know where to start, what to have in a household to deal with? I already have a Phillips Hue bridge light, but only one lamp has this smart bulb that is controlled via Google Home. I would love recommendations and what to start with! […]

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March 18, 2024
Problems with Aqara M2 Home Hub

I have a rather annoying problem with my Aqara m2 home hub. It never reconnects to my internet. We had a storm that knocked out the power. When the power came back, the hub did not connect. I had to reset it and reset all my devices and automations again from scratch. Yes, total scratch. […]

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March 18, 2024
Has anyone had experience with WiZ matter bulbs?

Hi, I recently installed 5 WiZ filament bulbs and connected them to HomeKit via Matter. After setup, everything looked good and worked as it should. The next day they started to become unresponsive, but they are controlled very well with the WiZ V2 app. I deleted and reinstalled them but had the same problem after […]

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March 18, 2024
Arlo Ultra 2 Streaming in the Home app in iOS

After finally deciding to upgrade to the new HomeKit architecture, Arlo stopped streaming to the Home app in iOS 17.4. I can still see the stream in the Arlo app. The video stream is also viewable on Apple Watch Series 9 and iMac. Is this an iOS issue? Is there anything I can do to […]

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March 18, 2024
The best alternative for Hue-HomeKit

I've had HomeKit and hue for years, but since they removed the iPad as a hub, does anyone have a good alternative for Siri to run smart home? Couldn't find anything else on this sub, but if it's already been asked, let me know.

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March 18, 2024
Fan for the whole house (Quietcool) with two speeds

I'm trying to connect my idiot fan to wifi. It has a somewhat interesting setup. Uses a single three-way switch to control fan speed (low and high). It has a second switch on the front that provides a timer function and provides power to the gear selector rocker switch. I would like to find out […]

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March 18, 2024
Humidifier for the whole house

Does anyone have experience with whole house humidifiers? I'm getting one in my new house, but I have no idea if it can be made "smart" and controlled via HomeKit

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March 18, 2024
Can you help me with a smart door lock for this

Hi everyone, I'm looking for a smart lock for this door. The door is for a small passage into the yard. Thank you in advance

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March 17, 2024
The benefit of locking down HomeKit?

So I recently purchased the Yale assure lock 2 plus (Bluetooth) along with Apple's HomePod mini. I have to say, I'm less than impressed with Apple's HomeKit functionality. The only two benefits I see are: i. Home key. ii. Sharing between people who are part of Apple Home. What I don't like: i. Can't manage […]

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March 17, 2024
Does anyone have any experience with MOES, especially radiators and master thermostats?

I am in the United States with radiators and the US part is significant because it greatly limits my options. I'm looking at upgrading my Netatmo smart valve and thermostat system, which works for the most part, to something that offers more features (like more than ten rooms) and features (remote sensors not on the […]

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March 17, 2024
Athom PS01 presence sensor (mmWave) with HomeKit firmware

I know the Athom presence sensor has been used by many Home Assistant users, but I didn't know they had a HomeKit version until recently; so unofficial lol. So I ordered 3 of their HomeKit flashing sensors and was wondering if anyone has tried these? I should be getting them in a few days and […]

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March 17, 2024
Arlo Camera / HKSV / Subscription or not

Hello from France! I am currently looking to purchase a HomeKit/Homekit Secure Video compatible camera. I would like to have the record on iCloud and not on the provider's cloud. So I'm thinking of the following brands: - Eve : but reviews on Amazon are average - Netatmo : same - Arlo : no need […]

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March 17, 2024
How to do it: From 23:00 to 07:00, adjust the fan for 5 minutes every 30 minutes

How can I create a system with a timer that repeats at a specified interval? Do I have to create a scene manually for each start/stop? That would take some time, considering that I have additional needs than what is written above.

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March 17, 2024
Make your thermostat smart

Any idea if this Enerline thermostat can be made smart or replaced with a compatible smart thermostat? The heater is a Nilan EC9 exhaust air heat pump.

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March 17, 2024
Dimmer bulbs not turning off?

I recently added some Tapo L535E bulbs connected via Matter QR codes to Home. I have several automations set up to stop them at certain times, but they don't actually stop. They register as "disabled" in the Home controls, but are enabled. I can manually increase then back to 0 the dimmer control and it […]

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March 17, 2024
Program Ecobee Temp

Are you using the program created by Ecobee or are you just using scenes to dictate when the temperature should change? Being on a schedule sometimes doesn't fit what we do

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March 17, 2024
Setting up Home Assistant and have three mysterious HomeKit devices?

I was adding a YoLink device to Home Assistant and noticed that my integrations had three HomeKit bridges, but I have no idea what they are? I think I have a Top Greener smart plug, but I have no idea what the other devices might be. I tried searching for the device string in hopes […]

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March 17, 2024
Long loading time in the Home app

Some days my devices take up to 20 seconds and more to react. Sometimes I don't have an answer either. But compared to the other apps like Hue and Aqara, the devices react quite quickly. The problem is only in the Apple Home app. Does anyone have the same problem? An update to iOS 17.4 […]

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March 16, 2024
Idea: Handles device removal after vacation (TL;DR using service groups and dummy switches)

Like many, I'm dealing with the post-December holiday season and smart plugs no longer needed. Various suggestions have been shared in the past and this is yet another one. As you all know, when the last device is removed from an automation, the entire automation is removed. It's not ideal. I was already using Service […]

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March 16, 2024
The mode of interruption of the electric current

It would be nice if Aqara produced a power cut off module, but they don't, so I plan to make my own with a water leak sensor. We have a septic pump running, pumping effluent into the field. The control box is supplied on a 15A circuit with only one adjacent GFCI outlet on the […]

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March 16, 2024
[bug] Scenes no longer control thermostats by whole degrees

A few days ago I noticed that the temperature around the house was not what the automation should set. Automations set Mysa thermostats through scenes (eg a scene that sets all thermostats to 16°C, which is triggered by an automaton when everyone has left). After trying to run the scenes manually, I noticed that they […]

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