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July 16, 2019
iOS13 - Powerstrip is now a tile instead of more

iOS13 - Powerstrip is now a tile instead of more

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July 16, 2019
You must be able to add desktop PCs to the startup program so they can work as Airplay 2 speakers and HomeKit bridges

This would replace the iTunes Remote app, as you can control the speakers all in the control panel control panel. What do you think? I've reported this in the feedback app. If more people do this, it can do iOS 13!

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July 16, 2019
iOS 13 camera streaming and recording options.

iOS 13 camera streaming and recording options.

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July 16, 2019
RainMachine Support Forum: Apple HomeKit integration

RainMachine has ultimately "announced" HomeKit certification for at least Pro-8 and Pro-16 models, and has pushed out support in current updates. No support for Pro-8 and ETA to support HD Touchscreen models was not shared. Should a support forum even count as a message? (https://support.rainmachine.com/hc/en-us/community/posts/219266307/comments/360005398334)(https://support.rainmachine.com/hc/en-us/community/posts/219266307/ comments / 360005398334)

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July 16, 2019
Icon Have Podcast Bonus Episode 2: WWDC 2019 Keynote Special

Welcome to the second special episode in Icon Garden that focuses on responding to WWCD Keynote ... Including stage time and additional features for HomeKit! We hope you enjoy our special coverage! ### Bonus Episode: WWDC 2019 Keynote Special ### It's Dubba Dub Dee Cee Time! For this special edition of Icon Garden, we spend […]

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July 16, 2019
iPad does not respond

I currently use an iPad as my home center, and it does not respond regularly, apparently arbitrarily. I just need to unlock it before it starts communicating again. Is this a repairable problem with the iPad as a hub, or should I just jump to an ATV? I do not really need an ATV at […]

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July 16, 2019
Brid Air Purifier

I recently received the Brid Air Purifier. I thought I'd share my thoughts about it. I just bought the standard Brid Air Purifier with the carbon monoxide guardian module for $ 499. Currently it is listed for $ 599.00. I purchased my from the Atellani website in December 2018 and received it in April 2019, […]

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July 16, 2019
Mi Desk light 1S - First Look

Mi Desk light 1S - First Look

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July 16, 2019
(Question Apple Home) Interval with homekit possible?

is there a way to create an interval / loops with homekit? eg. Turn on a smart plug every hour for 30 minutes?

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July 16, 2019
New Australian Light Switches and Powerpoints for HomeKit

New Australian Light Switches and Powerpoints for HomeKit

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July 16, 2019
IOS 13 contains references to Apple's Tag Device for tracking personal objects - 9to5Mac

IOS 13 contains references to Apple's Tag Device for tracking personal objects - 9to5Mac

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July 16, 2019
Siri thinks there are 2 fans

So I had HomeKit setup with no problems for how long HomePod has been out. I have WeMo smart sales outlets and they have no problems. I went away for a week and the tab didn't respond. So I removed and added it again. Now it seems that there are 2 fans. I moved home […]

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July 16, 2019
Questions about the new shortcuts integration

It seems that the new HomeKit shortcut compatibility really opens up some good new opportunities for us. I have a few questions about its implementation: * Does this mean that any shortcut can be downloaded from HomeKit? * Does it mean that any HomeKit automation / action can be called from shortcuts? * When you […]

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July 16, 2019
August Pro 3 smartlock for $ 170 from Woot

August Pro 3 smartlock for $ 170 from Woot

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July 16, 2019
Motion sensor accessories from control automation suggestions and help.

I recently got a lot of sensors and they get everything running smoothly. My only grip is off-automation. I tried the basic automation if the sensor detects motion lights, never turn off. To turn them off, I did it if the sensor detects no motion off light. The problem sensor is updated fairly regularly, and […]

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July 16, 2019
Homekit Geofence radius is too small

While I'm at home, my homekit thinks I'm leaving and coming back all the time. That means my blinds are open, my garage opens, etc. It's not all the time, but at least a couple of times a week. I really want apple to have a radius where you could drag it to a larger […]

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July 16, 2019
Sir doesn't recognize accessories names, only room names ...

Hi Anyone with this problem? Siri doesn't seem to understand the name of my lights and sensors. It only works when the same of the room it said ...

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July 16, 2019
Make Wallpaper Sync in iOS 13

Questions in title - haven't read anything about it, so I'm assuming no. If no - I wonder why Apple doesn't choose to sync it?

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July 16, 2019
Aqara Dryer? Possible homekit support?

Aqara Dryer? Possible homekit support?

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July 15, 2019
Can anyone on iOS 13 beta confirm that AirPort Time Capsule / Extreme appears in HomeKit like this guy I encountered surfing on Twitter?

Can anyone on iOS 13 beta confirm that AirPort Time Capsule / Extreme appears in HomeKit like this guy I encountered surfing on Twitter?

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July 15, 2019
Is Homekit In A Router Worth Buying A New?

So I wonder if it is worth buying a new router, honor for the upcoming home kit functionality. I'm all on homekit and currently use Google wifi with zero issues. I can see the annoyance is for sale and wondered if it is worth buying. Again, I have no problem with Google wifi and do […]

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July 15, 2019
How to handle multilingual in homekit?

My wife and I both have different mother tongues. The problem we have is that rooms and units are created in language A and my wife uses language B. She must use strange combinations in language B with room and unit names in language A to get homekit with Siri work. I was hoping for […]

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July 15, 2019
Just got the new Soma tilt

Just got the new Soma tilt

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July 15, 2019
Insignia Garage Door Opener Issues

Anyone else starts having trouble in the last few weeks? Mine continues to report the current state incorrectly. Will not open or close the door anymore.

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July 15, 2019
Yeelight announces HomeKit Support for their onion and strip of light

Yeelight announces HomeKit Support for their onion and strip of light

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July 15, 2019
Window sensor review?

I have Eve window sensor and I wondered if there is a kind of automation I can create, so when I leave the house if the window is open, am I told that it is open? Also, if I say good night and trigger all my lights to turn off if the window is open, […]

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July 15, 2019
Ecobee4 Smart Thermostat with a room sensor for $ 180, down from $ 250. Another Woot link so it could go fast. Also, I have no idea if this price is actually a good one. Still, here you go.

Ecobee4 Smart Thermostat with a room sensor for $ 180, down from $ 250. Another Woot link so it could go fast. Also, I have no idea if this price is actually a good one. Still, here you go.

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July 15, 2019
HomeKit News Weekly Roundup (June 3 - 9) - Many new lists from HPM, GARDENA, Legrand and much more.

HomeKit News Weekly Roundup (June 3 - 9) - Many new lists from HPM, GARDENA, Legrand and much more.

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July 15, 2019
Yeelight Announces HomeKit Compatible Bluetooth Mesh Gateway and Lights

Yeelight Announces HomeKit Compatible Bluetooth Mesh Gateway and Lights

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July 15, 2019
Logitech Circle 2 50% Discount (IG Ad)

Logitech Circle 2 50% Discount (IG Ad)

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July 15, 2019
How automations work with shortcuts in iOS 13 beta 1

** Note **: As this is beta 1, it is very likely that it will change. But here's how it works in beta 1 anyway. I also made some edits for this post, as I realized some things from the comments;) On the Automation tab in the Home app, only Home automations are specified. They […]

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July 15, 2019
Logitech Circle 2 with iOS 13

Hi, Since I'm not reading any news about HomeKit after the Logitech WWDC keynote: Does any information on how Logitech will support the new video decoding and storage system? I just bought a circle 2 ... if they update this, I will keep it. If they bring a new version: bye bye circle 2. I […]

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July 15, 2019
Joined the Serena Shade Club!

Joined the Serena Shade Club!

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