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The Best Feature Of Apple’s HomeView Might Be Its Simplicity

The Best Feature Of Apple’s HomeView Might Be Its Simplicity

Apple’s $299 HomeView is designed as a fixed, shared home interface. Its appeal may rest less on new features than on simplicity and availability.
Apple’s HomeView Ad Is Confusing To Everyone Except Parents

Apple’s HomeView Ad Is Confusing To Everyone Except Parents

Apple’s HomeView ad depicts a hectic family morning. Parents of teens say it feels familiar, while questions remain about the shared screen’s usefulness.
Previous Homeowners May Still Have Access To Your Smart Home — Here’s How To Check

Previous Homeowners May Still Have Access To Your Smart Home — Here’s How To Check

Inherited cameras, locks and other smart devices may remain linked to former owners. Learn how to check accounts, reset devices and secure access.
Aqara Launches U600 For UK Doors With HomeKey And Matter Over Thread, But No UWB

Aqara Launches U600 For UK Doors With HomeKey And Matter Over Thread, But No UWB

Aqara’s UK-focused U600 smart lock supports Apple HomeKey and Matter over Thread. It is on sale for £229.99, but does not include UWB.
Apple Unveils New Home Collection With Matter, Thread, Aliro Support

Apple Unveils New Home Collection With Matter, Thread, Aliro Support

Apple’s new smart home range, developed with LG and Schneider Electric, includes cameras, climate controls and a smart lock, with launches from December.
Hands-on With The Apple Home Collection

Hands-on With The Apple Home Collection

Apple’s Home Collection includes LG locks, cameras and a doorbell, plus thermostats from LG and Schneider Electric. Here are the prices and features shown.
Apple Just Smashed My Biggest Barrier To A Smarter Home With Its HomeView Reveal

Apple Just Smashed My Biggest Barrier To A Smarter Home With Its HomeView Reveal

Apple’s HomeView reveal promises one-tap setup and Apple Home control, but hands-on tests and key product details are still unavailable.
UniFi Network 11 Finally Gives Matter And Thread Devices The Network Monitoring They Deserve

UniFi Network 11 Finally Gives Matter And Thread Devices The Network Monitoring They Deserve

UniFi Network 11 can show Matter-over-Thread device details in its network topology, but devices must be added with pairing codes.
Apple Sets October 13 Event For New Smart Home Products

Apple Sets October 13 Event For New Smart Home Products

Apple confirmed an Oct. 13 event, but has not named products. A smart display, HomePod mini update and Apple TV 4K refresh are rumored.
Apple’s “Welcome Home” Event Could Reveal Its Biggest Smart Home Push Yet — With LG And Schneider Onboard

Apple’s “Welcome Home” Event Could Reveal Its Biggest Smart Home Push Yet — With LG And Schneider Onboard

Apple’s Oct. 13 “Welcome home” teaser precedes a reported smart-home push involving LG accessories and Schneider Electric integrations.