The Home app gives all your HomeKit accessories a default icon whenever you add them. Did you know, there are other icons you can choose from?
Quick tip: How to change device icons in the Home app
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HomeKit Automation #002: How to properly group accessories
In the second entry to our HomeKit automation series, we take a look at the different grouping methods for accessories. This is especially helpful in lights or fixtures that utilize multiple bulbs.
Apple could bring iPhone’s Home app to the Mac via macOS 10.14 code-named “Liberty”
Apple's Home app, which allows iPhone and iPad users to control smart appliances that are compatible with its HomeKit framework for the smart home, could be coming to the Mac platform via the next major release of the macOS operating system due this fall.
Unlocking HomeKit security accessories via Siri on HomePod requires iOS device authentication
According to Apple's new online user guide, unlocking HomeKit security accessories like door locks through Siri on HomePod requires authentication using Face ID, Touch ID or a passcode on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch in order to protect your privacy and security.
Review: Sylvania’s affordable Smart+ HomeKit white bulb & LED light strip
Sylvania has been on a roll expanding their HomeKit lineup with several different products. Recently, I took some time to test out their multi-color LED light strip, as well as their affordable white LED bulb.
HomeKit Automation 001: how to create a toggle button
In this first entry into our new HomeKit Automation series, we walk you through fixing one of HomeKit's biggest shortcomings: creating a true toggle button to enable and disable a scene.
Logitech adds preview snapshots to its HomeKit equipped Circle 2 camera
Logitech's latest update to the Logi Circle app has brought a new snapshot feature to its popular HomeKit-equipped Circle 2 camera. The accessory maker is also expanding its premium subscription service for homes with multiple cameras.
HomePod will receive OTA updates through the Home app
Details continue to trickle out preceding the widespread launch of the HomePod next week. We've now a clear picture on how the HomePod will receive updates.
Review: Elgato Eve Button makes controlling your HomeKit-powered home as easy as a click
One crux of the Smart Home is being able to control your home through physical means, and not just through automation and virtual assistants. The Eve Button from Elgato is a simple, and stylish, way to control your HomeKit accessories and scenes.
Hands-on with iOS 11.3: new Animoji, Health records, ARKit 1.5, Messages on iCloud, AirPlay 2, and more
iOS 11.3 has been released in the first developer beta ahead of a full release this spring. Apple previewed it ahead of time, teasing many new features. From AirPlay 2 to Messages on iCloud, to new Animoji, Health records, and more, we've now gone hands-on with everything new you can expect in iOS 11.3.
Video: hands-on with AirPlay 2 on iOS 11.3 & tvOS 11.3
iOS 11.3 brought a laundry list of new features to iPhone and iPad today, including iMessages in iCloud, new Animoji, new health features, ARKit enhancements and more. Among those is support for AirPlay 2.
HomePod may support multiple users, HomeKit scenes that mute “Hey Siri” temporarily
HomePod, Apple's upcoming $349 wireless speaker powered by Siri, may support multiple user accounts and allow users to create custom HomeKit scenes that temporarily disable the hands-free “Hey Siri” feature in certain situations.