I have two zones, one upstairs and one downstairs, each with a thermostat. I always keep both areas the same, so I always have to set one, then the other. Siri is handy though, you can say "set both thermostats to 72" and it actually works. Can you create a HomeKit "block" to control both […]

All three. It works in the app but unresponsive in HK

I have a bunch of battery operated HomeKit devices (Wemo Stages and smoke detectors). I want to have an automation that periodically checks their battery level and sends me a report listing each device and its battery level so I can make sure I have spare replacement batteries. Unfortunately, using "Get status of \[my house\]" […]

Hello! I, like many, got tired of Arlo's bait and switch, removing the free tier and the only reason I bought their cameras. I'm well into my last year of service with them at a discounted rate. I pay them about $3.50 a month for a special pricing subscription but as soon as it runs […]

I just received a package but I didn't get any alert from my doorbell camera (Logitech). I also have 3 eufy rooms around the house. When I went into HomeKit there were no events logged and I haven't had any since last Friday from any of the cameras. Any ideas what could be wrong

Has anyone been able to have the Meross garage door opener function for more than a few days with no issues? I've had one installed for a month and the longest it's worked without a problem is a day and a half. I will always get the obstructed or unresponsive object in Homekit. I tried […]

I'm curious if anyone else is experiencing this. I have a scene "A" that sets all the lights to a certain color. If I run "A" manually it works. If I set up an automation that goes off at 8pm and I "test this automation" it works. However, every day at 8pm I get a […]

I have a Tailwind garage door controller connected to two doors. I get a lock if I try to use Siri to open or close both doors at the same time. Example: "Hey siri, close the garage doors." Is it not possible to open or close both doors at the same time using Siri or […]

I have it set up where if I say turn on the desktop, everything turns on except the Apple TV, but I want the Apple TV included. The only option I see is Apple TV AUDIO pause. Is there any automation to turn it on, because the Apple TV on, via HDMI check would turn […]

Hi guys, does anyone know if the Aqara Smart Lock A100 Pro Zigbee would work in this door? It has 3 locks, one at each point and one in the middle. Thanks!

Where can I get a 2 meter HomeKit compatible light that isn't crazy expensive? Cygnett discontinued theirs and all the ones I see are over $80+

Looking for help or buying advice with the Apple Home app, accessories, network issues/solutions, anything else that supports HomeKit, or what brand or accessory to buy - try asking here. Try to keep the question as clear and concise as possible, as more people will be able to answer. [Here](https://www.apple.com/ios/home/accessories/) is a list of HomeKit […]

Can anyone with Ecobee sensors tell me if they are exposed as individual sensors in the Home app like regular HomeKit sensors?

I finally took the plunge and am replacing my Ring doorbell and Google Nest thermostat with the Smart Doorbell Camera and Ecobee Premium Thermostat. I was pleasantly surprised by the live streaming connection of the camera to the thermostat for use as a "viewer". What I didn't expect was the built-in Smart Security. I currently […]

I have two Schlage Encode Plus screws set up via HomeKit that have worked flawlessly... until today. I rebooted my Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini. Lock or unlock response seems slow in the Home app - both status and open/close, and activity history doesn't log like it usually does. The notifications seem to work, […]

My HomeKit was completely offline - all devices show "Not Responding". I've restarted my Homebridge a few times and restarted the device acting as a bridge... it's almost like Apple's system that manages everything is offline. Any suggestions?

Is it possible to temporarily disable a HomeKit device? Use case: I have quite a few HomeKit smart plugs that are only used around the holidays (think Halloween/Christmas lighting). When I disconnect these devices, HomeKit shows them as unresponsive and shows them at the top because of the error. I want to disable the device […]

Background: I used HK with homebridge until a month ago. I switched to Home Assistant for complex scripts and that became a double-edged sword. The desired automation I am trying to set up is this: we have two white ambient Hue bulbs ("Washer Light" and "Dryer Light") and they are turned on by a door […]

citing [Apple Support](https://support.apple.com/guide/homepod/change-settings-apde6dc8093d/homepod): > “Use HomePod with a doorbell: If you have a HomeKit accessory that you use for a doorbell, tap Chime on HomePod, then choose which HomePod speakers should sound when someone rings the doorbell. And if you have HomeKit Secure Video with facial recognition enabled, HomePod will let you know who's there." […]

Current home hub options are an older model (first generation Apple TV 4K) and the HP mini. Install Nanoleaf Matter light strips and noticed they stopped responding today. Looks like my ATV has decided to become the main hub over the HP mini. I know they removed the feature on the ATV to remove it […]

I know that the MyQ API was updated a few months ago, causing unresolved changes for Homebridge (not the Hub, the Homebridge software). However, I have had to disconnect (aka throw switch) from the Home Bridge (MyQ hub) for the past month as I have no response issues. To be clear, this hub/homekit device has […]

I have Nanoleaf light strips that I use in every window in the front of my house as lights. I leave them up year-round and only change the colors based on the upcoming holiday. I also set them up with automations to light up at sunset and turn off at midnight, which has worked well […]

Any good options out there? I'm looking for faux wood blinds up and down, not honeycomb shades, mesh shades, etc. Tilt would be a bonus feature if possible.

For some reason, the same automations are triggered if I use the Home app, the codepad, or even the fingerprint reader, but if I manually turn the knob inside to lock or unlock, it doesn't trigger the automation. Does anyone know why this could be?

65 days ago I made a post asking for ideas on how to make my kitchen lights smart: https://www.homekit.blog.com/r/HomeKit/s/WPJKKUCUdc and I got a lot great suggestions from the community that kicked off the much bigger journey I anticipated. And I learned a lot along the way. I started by adding a Philips Hue kit (hub […]

Hello, I am trying to make an automation that works between 14:00 and 1:00 (the next day) and based on the temperature shown on the aqara temperature sensor, it should turn on the smart plug (I use the electric heater) the problem is that the temperature it was the same. below the desired temperature and […]

I couldn't find any reviews for the 2nd generation online... I want the Homekit Secure Video and I notice that only this and the Logitech Circle View are not Chinese and available in my country Taiwan (yes I claim Taiwan is a country) It's expensive , please let me know if you have a good […]

Just the title. My internet searches are fuzzy. I don't have a hub and don't want to get another so I just need it to connect directly to my home hubs (ATV, homepods). Thanks!

I have a wired Apple TV as a HomeKit hub, and sometimes when my HomeKit gets slow, I restart the Apple TV. Is there a way to do this remotely?

After reviewers finally get their hands on the Apple Vision Pro, I'd like to advance the discussion of their Homekit integration within it. First, I want to start by asking for references if there ***really is*** any integration. After searching, I couldn't find any details on whether it will be related to VisionOS, other than […]

So I don't understand the point of network and HomeKit. I have another post about HomeKit becoming standard and they listed a mesh system there, but it doesn't make sense why that matters. If you have a good mesh system, what's the point? For example, I use the Nighthawk AX3600 tri-band network and it solved […]

I have 4 Onvis S4 plugs. I moved in and started my HomeKit from fresh. I have previously used 3 plugs with no problems. I don't recall having any issues connecting them to HomeKit either. The 4th was never configured. But now I can't add them to HomeKit. I tried directly in HomeKit and through […]

I have several Sonos speakers throughout the house and a set of KEF LSX IIs, all set up in the Home app. Streaming audio directly from your iPhone or Spotify to AirPlay is the best way to play them. But I would like to control the volume and change songs from another device, such as […]