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HomeKit
HomeKit (Casa in the App Store in Spain) is an application that integrates different compatible products and brands for control your house by voice. Actions such as turning on the light, seeing which sockets are activated or if there is an open door are possible thanks to this apple app.
We highlight that this app is available for all Apple devices: iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, HomePod and Mac.
In order to achieve this, the first thing will be to have home automation devices in our house, such as lights that are compatible with this app. So if you say "Hey Siri, turn off the lights," "turn on the thermostat," or "turn on the television," it will immediately obey you.
Some of the uses that you can also have to control your smart products are the following:
- Putting music on the speakers in a specific room
- Turn switches on or off
- Put on or take off the thermostat
- Open or close your garage doors
- Control the air conditioning, TV, windows ...
Apart from indicating orders by voice we will also have a better management of our house, which can help us, for example, to save more on electricity. We can see if we have lights, television or plugs on in order to control the use we are giving so that it is not abusive.
It has full compatibility on any of the devices that use iOS, especially if they are updated to the latest version, and a fourth generation Apple TV or higher.
It has an intuitive and very simple interface where, with boxes that stand out in white to warn that something is activated, you can manage if you want to have a light on or off, or if you have left a door or window open. It is also very useful to feel safe in your home and know that you have not forgotten to close anything (we already know that rushing is treacherous).
If you want to know the latest news about the HomeKit app, with its most outstanding features and compatible products, you can read the last hour below.
Aqara launches the G350 and G400 Camera Hub compatible with HomeKit
Aqara presents the first Matter 4K camera on the market and a new wired doorbell with full support for HomeKit Secure Video and 2K resolution.
Apple delays its smart control center until September 2026
Apple's new smart home hub will arrive in September 2026. Delays in the new AI-powered Siri are forcing a postponement of its highly anticipated launch.
Apple's HomePod with a screen is taking its time: everything we know so far
Apple is preparing a HomePod with a screen for fall 2026: design, features, expected price and how it will fit into the connected home.
Aiper launches IrriSense 2: the smart irrigation system for iPhone
Siper presents IrriSense 2, a smart multi-zone irrigation system with iPhone control that saves water and installs in 15 minutes
Apple-powered connected home: a practical guide, security, and real-world ideas
Discover how to set up a connected home with Apple: HomeKit, Home app, accessories, security, and useful automations explained step by step.
Aiper presents its new products for pools and gardens at CES 2026
Aiper has presented its new range of garden and pool products at CES 2026 with important new features
iOS 26.2 improves the Home app with an easier way to add accessories
The iOS 26.2 update adds improvements to the Home app to add multiple accessories at once without having to repeatedly scan codes.
Switchbot S20, unbeatable value for money
We reviewed the Switchbot S20 cleaning robot, compatible with Matter and HomeKit, for vacuuming and mopping at an excellent price.
Matter is updated and now supports security cameras
The new Matter 1.5 update finally includes security cameras, opening up new possibilities for Apple Home users.
Aqara's best Black Friday deals
We offer you the complete list of Aqara's offers for this Black Friday, which this year reach up to 40% off.
Aqara FP300, battery-powered light, temperature, presence and humidity sensor
Aqara now has its new FP300 sensor available, which includes light, presence, temperature and humidity in a single device, and batteries are included.
Apple delays mandatory Home app switch until February
Apple delays mandatory Home upgrade: end of old support in February 2026, an extension of a few months to avoid problems.
Apple's smart home revolution: new AI-powered devices coming in 2026
Apple is preparing a major overhaul of its home ecosystem with a new Apple TV, a HomePod mini, and a smart display with homeOS.
The best Aqara deals during Prime Big Deal Days 2025 (October 7–12)
We've selected the best Aqara home automation deals for Amazon Prime Day, October 7-12, 2025.
Control your home with CarPlay on your iPhone: A complete guide
Control your home with CarPlay and iPhone: Siri, USB or wireless connectivity, notifications, and customization. All for a more comfortable and safer ride.
Nanoleaf launches a new version of its 4D LED strip for televisions
Nanoleaf has launched a new version of its 4D LED strip, a HomeKit-compatible lighting system for your TV.
Apple's new smart home camera: privacy, integration, and advanced security
Discover how Apple's new smart camera could revolutionize home security and automation, combining privacy and security.
Complete guide to integrating the Home app into your Apple TV and mastering your smart home
Learn how to integrate the Home app into your Apple TV and control your smart home. Get answers to any questions and improve your home automation experience.
Goodbye to HomeKit
This fall will mark the final farewell to HomeKit as we know it, and we'll start talking solely about Apple Home.
Aqara Smart Lock U200 Lite: More affordable, simpler
We tested the Aqara U200 Lite smart lock, which is exceptionally priced considering its features and compatibility with Matter.
Switchbot Lock Ultra with Vision Keypad, unlocking your door with your face
We tested the candidate for best smart lock of the moment: the Switchbot Lock Ultra combo with Vision keypad and facial recognition
The new Switchbot Hub 3 breaks with everything you've seen so far
We take an in-depth look at the new Switchbot Hub 3, the perfect hub for those who want advanced control of their home automation.
Aqara launches new HomeKit-compatible cameras in Europe
Aqara has unveiled its new HomeKit-compatible cameras and other accessories, now available for purchase in Europe.
Complete Guide: Control Your Smart Home with the Home App on Your Apple Watch
How to control your smart home with the Home app on your Apple Watch: Easily from your Apple Watch and the Home app.
Aqara G5 Pro, the best camera for your home automation
Discover the most comprehensive review of the Aqara G5 Pro, a camera, home automation hub, and Matter center. Completely in Spanish.
Nenoleaf Blocks, your perfect setup
We tested the new Nanoleaf Blocks light panels, perfect for adding a colorful and personal touch to your special corner.
Apple's HomePod with display is delayed: Siri is not ready yet
Apple delays HomePod with display due to Siri issues. Find out when it could be released and what improvements it will bring.
Meross Temperature and Humidity Sensor Compatible with Matter
We review the new Meross temperature and humidity sensor, compatible with Matter and with automation options
iOS 18.4 will allow you to control robot vacuum cleaners from your iPhone
iOS 18.4 adds support for robot vacuum cleaners in Apple Home. Find out which models are compatible and what's new in the update.
Aqara Smoke Detector for HomeKit
We tested the new Aqara smoke detector, an accessory to increase the security of our home against possible fires
Your iPhone hides a secret transmitter, did you know?
Discover how the Thread transmitter on iPhones revolutionizes home automation, eliminating hubs and improving smart device compatibility.
Why does your iPhone have Thread radio?
Since the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, Apple devices have had Thread radio... what's the reason?
Aqara launches its new accessories in Europe, including a smart panel
New Apple Home accessories are now available in Europe, including a smart panel for home automation control
Matter is coming to smart speakers, but it's not what you expect
Matter has announced a new category of accessories: smart speakers, but there's still a long way to go
Aqara Smart Lock U200, the best smart lock
We tested the Aqara U200 smart lock, compatible with Matter and one of the best options you can use right now in HomeKit
Nanoleaf dims its lights just in time for Christmas
Nanoleaf lowers the price of its smart lighting systems just in time for Christmas, and this is our selection
Cyber ​​Monday: Check out the craziest deals
Cyber ​​Monday brings great deals on amazing items compatible with your Apple devices and you shouldn't miss this opportunity
HomePass 2, a must for any HomeKit user
The new version of HomePass comes with new features that make it even more essential for any HomeKit user.
SmartHome with HomeKit? Here are the best Black Friday deals
If you are looking to turn your home into a smart and efficient space, this Black Friday is the perfect time. Smart devices…
Meross Presence Sensor with Matter
We tested the new Meross presence sensor, the perfect accessory for home automation control of your home lighting
Over 50% off Apple HomeKit compatible devices for Black Friday 2024
Discover Black Friday 2024 discounts on Apple HomeKit devices to modernize your connected home. Take advantage of these unique offers!
Amazon Prime Day: Flash Deals for Smart Home with HomeKit
These are the best Amazon Prime Day flash deals, with amazing HomeKit-compatible home automation devices
Nanoleaf Cono, smart light with battery and compatible with Matter
The new Nanoleaf Cone offers us a decorative light in a very original design with excellent autonomy and compatible with Matter
Aqara T1M ceiling lamp, compatible with Matter and HomeKit
We tested the T1M lamp, two lamps in one with power to illuminate rooms of up to 20 square meters
Aqara E1, unbeatable quality-price
We tested the new Aqara E1 security camera compatible with HomeKit Secure Video and exceptional value for money
Get 30% off these HomeKit accessories
Airversa is offering a 30% discount this March on its HomeKit and Matter-compatible products.
Nanoleaf Smart Holiday String Lights: Christmas lights compatible with HomeKit and Matter
We tested the new Smart Holiday String Lights from Nanoleaf, compatible with HomeKit and Matter and perfect for your decorations this holiday season
Meross Solar Charged Temperature and Humidity Sensor
We tested the new solar-charged temperature and humidity sensor from Meross, compatible with HomeKit, and the rest of the platforms.
Black Friday brings you a 40% discount on the second Philips Hue unit
If you want to benefit from this Black Friday promotion, buy two Philips Hue products and get a 40% discount
Black Friday at Aqara: take the opportunity to home-automatize your home with these devices compatible with HomeKit
If you want to automate your home and enjoy greater comfort with HomeKit, here you have discounts on Aqara products for Black Friday
The best home automation deals for this Black Friday
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The doorbell with a camera and compatible with HomeKit that sweeps Prime Day
If you need improvements at home, you will surely love this doorbell with camera compatible with Apple HomeKit, and with a Prime Day offer
We tested Humelle, the first Thread-compatible humidifier
Humelle offers us Thread connectivity, a large tank, compatibility with HomeKit and an unusual design.
Automate your home automation with this door and window opening sensor
With this Meross door and window opening sensor you can automate your home automation cheaply and easily
Finally an outdoor smart plug compatible with HomeKit
We show you how the Meross smart plug works, suitable for use outdoors and compatible with HomeKit
We tested the new Nanoleaf Essentials compatible with Matter
We tested the new Nanoleaf Essentials lights, compatible with Matter and with all home automation platforms.
Analysis of the Aiper Seagull Pro pool cleaning robot
We tested the Aiper Seagull Pro pool cleaning robot, an authentic wonder that will make you forget how to use the pool cleaner
Nanoleaf launches its own Ambilight system for your TV at an excellent price
The Nanoleaf 4D TV Screen Mirror system allows you to add Ambilight lighting to your usual television for a very reasonable price.
Aqara Smart Video Door Phone G4: wireless and with HomeKit Secure Video
We analyze the Aqara G4 smart video intercom, the only one in its category with the possibility of using batteries and compatible with HomeKit.
With iOS 17 you will have a HomeKit center on your iPhone
iOS 17 includes a Lock Screen that will display information from your HomeKit devices in real time while charging.
Detect water leaks with this HomeKit-compatible Meross sensor
We tested the Meross Water Leak Detector with which any water leak will be under control thanks to its compatibility with HomeKit.
Aqara upgrades its M2 Hub to Matter
A2qara begins with its updates to the new Matter standard and the first Hub to receive it is the M2, but others will follow.
Do I have what it takes to use Matter? Everything you need to know about the new home automation standard
Matter is already a reality, but what do you need to be able to use it? Does what you already have work for you? How can you use your accessories?
A new architecture for HomeKit is already being tested by Apple
Although Apple discontinued the Home architecture of HomeKit, it seems that we will soon see a new updated and working version
Apple has prepared an "iPad" for HomeKit and a new Apple TV
Apple plans to launch a screen next year to control HomeKit and place it on a wall or similar.
Apple prepares to launch redo HomeKit architecture in iOS 16.3
After the failed attempt at iOS 16.2, Apple is preparing to renew the architecture of HomeKit together with the next iOS 16.3.
Aqara Cube T1 Pro, a dice to control HomeKit
The Aqara Cube T1 Pro allows you to control numerous HomeKit accessories and environments in an original way at an excellent price.
eve Motion Sensor, a motion sensor for HomeKit
We tested the second generation of Eve's motion sensor, an accessory with enormous potential thanks to automations
Aqara presents its new video intercom for HomeKit among other news
Aqara has revealed its new products for 2023 including a HomeKit video intercom and a smart lock
Nanoleaf unveils its new lighting products
Nanoleaf has announced at CES 2023 the new lighting products that include "ambilight" systems among others.
Apple acknowledges the problems of iOS 16.2 and the new Home app
The update to iOS 16.2 and brought a renewed Home application but the problems have forced it to back down.
Twinkly Squares, your customizable LED panel and for HomeKit
Twinkly Squares is an expandable LED panel with which we can display all kinds of designs, from images to animated GIFs
Aqara renews its Cube controller that is already compatible with HomeKit
Aqara has launched the new Cube T1 Pro, a cube with which we can control accessories and scenes in an original way.
Black Friday: The best HomeKit accessories on sale to automate your home
The best accessories compatible with Apple HomeKit to automate your home and with a discount for Black Friday
We tested the Meross smoke detector for HomeKit
We analyze the Merosss smart smoke detector, compatible with HomeKit, which will warn you of smoke or a suspicious increase in temperature.
iOS 16.2 will improve HomeKit and the Home app
The first Beta of iOS 16.2 brings with it an internal update to the Home app with performance and speed improvements.
Matter is already a reality, and iOS 16.1 is already supported
Matter is now official and manufacturers and developers already have the necessary tools to start using it.
Purelle, the air purifier with HomeKit and Thread
We review AirVersa's Purelle air purifier, the first in its category to include Thread connectivity
We tested the new Eve Aqua, the irrigation controller for HomeKit
We analyze the new Eve Aqua model that arrives to solve the problems that the previous one had, improving connectivity.
How to add Aqara accessories to HomeKit thanks to the Hub E1
We explain how you can add various Aqara accessories to HomeKit using the affordable Hub E1 in the easiest way.
The intelligent water controller, Eve Aqua is renewed inside and out
Eve Systems has improved its Eve Aqua irrigation timer with a new exterior design but also with new functions inside.
HomeKit, Matter and Thread: everything we need to know about the new home automation that arrives
Matter and Thread are already here and represent a radical change in home automation that greatly favors users.
Eve upgrades her motion sensor with Thread and light sensor
Eve updates its movement sensor, Eve Motion, to make it compatible with Thread and add a new light sensor.
HomeKit accessories on sale 30% or more for Prime Day
Want to get the most out of HomeKit? Pay attention to this selection of offers with a 30% discount (or more!)
iPads will serve as home kit accessories for HomeKit with iOS 16
The iPad can finally be used as a HomeKit central but with the restriction that it will not be compatible with the new Matter protocol
Analysis of the Meross LED Strip compatible with HomeKit
We tested the Meross LED strip, compatible with HomeKit, Alexa and Google Assistant and with a length of 5 meters at a fantastic price
The iPad is no longer a hub for HomeKit
The arrival of iOS 16 will mark the departure of the iPad as a device with which an accessory center can be configured.
Twinkly Flex, your personalized neon lights and with HomeKit
We tested the new Twinkly smart lights with which you can create your own designs and create impressive lighting effects
Aqara updates its motion sensor with greater autonomy and sensitivity
Aqara has updated its motion sensor with the P1 model that includes an autonomy of up to 5 years, and adjustable sensitivity.
Twinkly Dots, the new fully flexible LED strip
We analyze the new Twinkly Dots, an LED strip to create any design you can imagine thanks to its total flexibility.
Philips Hue and HomeKit, perfect allies
We tested the Philips Hue lighting system with a starter kit that includes everything you need, and is also HomeKit compatible.
Home Widget, finally widgets for HomeKit [GIVEAWAY]
We tested the Home Widget app for HomeKit and raffled off five lifetime licenses on our YouTube channel.
We analyze the Meross smart power strip for HomeKit
We analyze the Meross smart power strip for HomeKit, with three plugs and four USB ports that you can control from the Casa app.
Aqara G2H Pro: HomeKit camera, alarm and Zigbee bridge
We analyze the new Aqara G2H Pro camera model that improves the previous model in key points that make it one of the best
We tested HomeKit-compatible Meross bulbs
We tested Meross Vintage and RGB bulbs, compatible with HomeKit and excellent value for money
Create your own Home Alarm with HomeKit and Aqara
We explain how to configure your personalized security system thanks to Aqara accessories, compatible with HomeKit.
Nanoleaf Lines, the new smart lights different from the others
We tested Nanoleaf's new decorative smart lights, with infinite design possibilities, expandable and compatible with HomeKit
Aqara G3 Camera Hub, more complete impossible
We tested the feature-rich Aqara G3 Hub camera with HomeKit Secure Video support as well as Amazon and Google
IKEA STARKVIND, table and air purifier compatible with HomeKit
We tested the IKEA STARKVIND air purifier, hidden under a side table and compatible with HomeKit, perfect for your living room.