Signify, formerly Philips Lighting, has announced two new additions to its Philips Hue smart lighting system. The sleek Hue Play and Signe lamps launch this fall. Both have been designed to “transform your living space,” according to Signify’s Jasper Vervoort.
HomeKit
Apple’s Shortcuts app brings out limited HomeKit integration in latest update
An updated version of iOS 12's new automation-focused Shortcuts app is now available for testing to registered developers, packing limited integration with Apple's HomeKit framework.
Apple’s no longer promoting HomeKit doorbells on website
Apple has removed doorbells from its list of HomeKit-compatible accessory categories. It's not clear why Apple has done this, but given the sad state of HomeKit-enabled doorbells, it probably shouldn't come as much of a surprise.
Elgato rebrands as Eve Systems, sells its streaming gaming accessory division to Corsair
Elgato Systems announced Wednesday that it's renaming itself to Eve Systems and selling its successful gaming business to the gaming peripherals maker Corsair.
Google Assistant now works with 5,000 smart home accessories vs. 200 for Siri and HomeKit
According to Google, its Assistant now works with more than 5,000 smart home devices.
Smart home builders increasingly picking Alexa accessories over HomeKit products
Many smart home vendors are reportedly building homes that prioritize accessories that work with the smartphone assistant Alexa while deemphasizing accessories that are compatible with Apple's HomeKit framework for the connect home.
HomeKit Automation #004: manage your setup codes with the HomePass app
In the fourth installment of our HomeKit Automation series, we take a look at one of the constant struggles for any HomeKit user—storing and organizing the medley of secure HomeKit pairing codes.
HomeKit Automation #003: Create a status light for smart locks & sensors
In our third entry to our HomeKit automation series, we explore a simple way to create a door lock status light. While the status light could represent many things, I use it as a way to be sure all my doors are closed and locked.
How I created HomeKit smart light solutions for my fish tanks
There are so many unique applications for HomeKit, many of which we've explored. One of my favorite applications in my own home has been creating custom HomeKit lighting solutions for my pair of fish tanks.
Amazon acquires smart home startup Ring, continues to pledge HomeKit support
Seemingly out of nowhere, Amazon looks set to acquire Ring.
After being announced at CES, Arlo has added HomeKit support to baby cam through update
After being announced at CES 2018, Netgear has followed through with adding HomeKit support to their Arlo Baby HD camera.
Homecam app for viewing HomeKit cameras on Apple TV gets an update
Homecam so far has been the only app that allows you to view multiple HomeKit camera live streams at once. Today, it got a major update on the Apple TV with many new features.