Hi everyone, you want a more customizable HomeKit experience, automations and accessory controls. Home+ app on the app store around $17 and the controller is $25/year or $100 lifetime, from people who have experienced both or either, which would you recommend? YiA

I am planning to upgrade my front door at home. I can't change the door handle/lock, but I can add a bolt. So I will leave the existing lock unlocked and add a bolt. I need a lock that supports HomeKit and the home key. My research shows three possibilities: - Schlage Encode plus - […]

I have a bunch of scenes for my house that have been working fine for *years* now. For some reason I can no longer use "Bedroom Off" when talking to my HomePod minis (all 5 of them). However, it works just fine when I'm talking to my iPhone or iPad. I deleted the scene and […]

Finally bit the bullet and paid enough iCloud storage for my doorbell cameras to work with HKSV, they wouldn't record no matter what I tried in the settings. All I had to do was restart all my HomePods and AppleTVs 😬 Learn from my mistakes...just restart them all. The hubs are a mix of AppleTVs […]

I'm not sure if I've been living under a rock and never heard the news or if it was a silent release. I discovered today after looking through my rooms that my Lutron Aurora Dimmers are showing up in HomeKit. When I purchased these devices a few years ago, they were only advertised as Friends […]

Hi! I have an old forced air heating system in my new home and would like to install a HomeKit compatible thermostat. I can't seem to find one online though. Additionally, I have an indoor propane fireplace that turns on and off using a thermostat. Is there a HomeKit compatible thermostat I could use for […]

I got a script that shows up as "switch" from home assistant. To only stop/pause the movement of the lid louvers when I run it. I want to make it a button from 3 buttons on the wall (open, close, stop) Anyway - this switch (script) when I press it is "on" then if I […]

I'm looking for an RGB bulb to put in the fan. An A19 bulb is too big and the glass dome will not light again. Do you have anything to do with the HomeKit compatible A15s?

I'm trying to add a member to Apple Home, but since yesterday it's no longer possible. We have a few lamps and no HomePod or anything. Yesterday I updated the setup with some Phillips devices and now there is no option in Apple Home to add a member to my home. Is it the same […]

I just purchased an Onvis Matter over Thread motion sensor/temperature indicator and the device updates correctly when I'm at home, but when I try to see the temperature on my network it just says No Response. Does it count on thread devices not working remotely?

Does anyone have any advice why my home Roku remote only shows inputs and power? Just added it.

Hi all, I'm looking for an automatic shortcut that turns on a WiFi compatible socket when I open the PDC dart scorer app. Basically, I want the light ring attached to my dart board to automatically turn on when I open the marking app.

Has anyone used one of these switches: SONOFF MINIR4M Matter Smart Switch, Universal DIY Module for Smart Home Automation Solution Compatible with Alexa & Google Home Assistant, 1 pack (I can't post a link because I got it on Amazon). My electrician hooked it up with a towel rack (no external switch) but I can't […]

Hi, I'm wondering if there has been an update or if anyone has found a way to control the nest thermostat fan from HomeKit.

A few years ago I remember trying a few HomeKit compatible motion sensors, but they didn't work very well because there was a lag between when it sensed motion and when an automation was executed. Not sure if they have improved in recent years. Does anyone have any recommendations for a good one?

How do I open my gate using HomeKit? I was thinking of just using a WiFi relay but couldn't find one that would work with HomeKit...also would like to implement a sensor to check if it's closed but not necessary...anyone have any ideas?

I have a corded fan without a wall switch, controlled by an integrated motion sensor. I would also like to control it by a humidity sensor. How would I actually accomplish this?

I recently bought a TV thinking that TV+ would be among the compatible apps, but unfortunately I was wrong. However, since the TV is fantastic, I decided to keep it anyway and buy an Apple TV. I would like to take this opportunity to use HomeKit for automations. Currently, I only have Philips Hue products, […]

I recently set up a Lock+ and for a family member it doesn't work reliably. But it works for everyone else so far. Strangely, it works with the Apple Watch (series 7 I think) but not the iPhone 13 Pro. Has anyone seen a situation where it works on some devices and not others?

Hi all, Does anyone have an Eve trigger without the standard black front? We have all black fronts in the house and my wife will never hang up on a white switch next to 2 black ones. Thank you!

Is there a way to disable the extra doors so when asking Siri to open/close the garage door she doesn't ask which one? I tried changing the name and it didn't work.

Hello everyone! I have about 10 Homekit Secure cameras at my house. Most are through Scrypted, but I also have a Eufy and a couple of Aqaras. I have the iCloud 2TB storage plan. I previously shared storage with Apple's iCloud Family Sharing, but recently turned off Family Sharing. I am the only member of […]

I've seen this asked a few times, but it seems all the solutions are either outdated or dead ends. I'm curious if anyone is currently running a SmartThings Hub such as the Aeotec Smart Hub integrated into HomeKit? I spent a few days trying a few solutions without success. Thanks for any help!

Recently I have problems with the bulbs, I can't control them from HomeKit, they don't respond. Everything worked for almost two years. I tried resetting the Hue bridge, adding it back to HomeKit and it helped, but only briefly. I have two Apple TVs with the latest software. Of course, from the Philips app it […]

I am replacing a Kasa smart plug with an Eve Energy plug. I won't be using the Kasa plug now. Is there anyway I can disconnect Kasa, leave it in Home and not generate "not responding" alerts? It was a PITA to put the Kasa plug on Home to begin with, so I don't want […]

I want to create a stop/pause button when I press exactly what the blind/drape position is. Does anyone know how to do it? Thanks

Imagine an app designed to turn your old iPad (or your current one while you're not using it) into a wall-mounted computer. One of its main features would be to allow you to control your HomeKit devices in a way that is optimized for such a setup. What other functionality would you most like it […]

If the smart plug that was turned off and there is a power surge (eg lightning), would it protect the appliance or let the power pass?

If it is, then won't it damage your device/hardware in the long run?

I have a Schlage Encode Plus on my main front door, however I'm not sure if the numeric keypad is needed on the access door between the garage and foyer or the service door at the back of my garage. I'm thinking of using Level + for these doors, but I've seen mixed reviews. Would […]

It is possible to use something like [Aqara E1](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0CCHQ38D2/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=A35PXP61BJ01A2&psc=1) with both HSV and an SD card? I'm curious because I would like to secure my video via HSV, but also have the option to store continuous video on the SDCard... Any thoughts?

I'm looking to add a light strip to my desk and want it to be HomeKit compatible. What's the best strip light that won't break the bank? I have a lot of Hue bulbs, but it's quite a lot of money for the light strip.

Hi, I installed it [Aqara Smart Lock U100](https://i.postimg.cc/k5wytznm/IMG-7480.jpg) today (proud of it haha) and connected the M2 hub to it. I was able to connect HomeKit and from my Apple TV 4K (2021) to it. But I can't find any good tutorials (my Googling has been terrible these days!) on how to set it up […]