Along with the redesigned Home app in iOS 16, a new option allows for resizing your HomeKit accessory tiles in the Home View.
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Apple Confirms iPad Will Continue Functioning as a Home Hub in iPadOS 16, But With Limitations
Apple confirmed iPadOS 16 will still support the iPad as a home hub. However, iPad will not work with the new Home app standard, Matter.
TP-Link Kasa Begins Offering HomeKit Support
Smart home accessory maker TP-Link Kasa is adding support for HomeKit to some products. The Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Plug Slim is available now.
Using an iPad As a HomeKit Hub? Not For Long
Beginning with iOS 16 and iPadOS 16, you won’t be able to use your iPad as a HomeKit hub. Then again, were you in the first place?
Apple Releases iOS 15.2.1 Update That Fixes HomeKit Bug
On Wednesday Apple released iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 to its customers. It’s a minor update that contains a few bug fixes.
HomeKit Secure Video Bug Breaks Thumbnails
While the live security camera view works fine, a bug in HomeKit Secure Video may leave your quick-look thumbnails very outdated.
Nanoleaf Strengthens Its Thread Over HomeKit Support
Nanoleaf devices will help strengthen your smart home mesh network acting as border routers for other Thread over HomeKit devices.
Pepcom 2022: Wemo Announces a Smart Video Doorbell for HomeKit
Wemo’s new smart video doorbell announced at Pepcom 2022 will support Apple’s HomeKit. Videos will be stored in a person’s iCloud+ account.
The HomeKit Bug That Can Cripple Your iPhone
Triggering this HomeKit bug requires using an older version of iOS, but it’s still a viable threat to your iPhone that’s easy to implement.
Eve Launches Two Firsts in the Smart Home Industry
In two smart home categories, Eve is breaking ground with industry firsts. You can automate your blinds with Thread and take Eve Cam outside.