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Apple Home App to Introduce Support for Robot Vacuum Cleaners With iOS 18 Update
Apple Home is introducing support for robot vacuum cleaners with iOS 18, the company announced at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024. With iOS 18, the Cupertino-based tech giant says it will also bring a guest access feature, granting guest users access to smart home devices located in a household.
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iOS 18 May Bring Control Centre Overhaul, Redesigned Music Widget to the iPhone: Report
iOS 18 – Apple’s next big update for the iPhone – may bring an overhaul to the handset’s Control Centre, according to a report. It is tipped that the iPhone maker may revamp the Control Centre in addition to a redesigned Music widget and controls for HomeKit.
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iOS 15.2.1, iPadOS 15.2.1 Released to Fix HomeKit Denial-of-Service Vulnerability
iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 have been released by Apple for all compatible iPhone and iPad models as a minor update that fixes a known denial-of-service vulnerability existing in HomeKit.
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LG’s 2018 Smart TVs Getting Support for Apple AirPlay 2, HomeKit
LG’s 2018 smart TV models are receiving Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support. The software update is reportedly rolling out in a phased manner to limited models. LG had said in September that AirPlay 2 and HomeKit will be rolled out to its 2018 smart TV models this year.
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LG’s 2018 TV Models to Get Support for Apple AirPlay 2, HomeKit Later This Year
LG has revealed that support for AirPlay 2 and Apple HomeKit will be rolled out for its 2018 smart TV lineup. This comes after the LG rolled out support for these Apple services for its 2019 range of smart TVs in July.
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WWDC 2020: Apple Unveils tvOS 14 With Home App Support, New Interoperability Standard Announced
Apple at WWDC 2020 keynote on Monday unveiled tvOS 14 as its updated platform for Apple TV devices. The company also announced a home alliance in partnership with Amazon, Google, and other key smart home makers and developed an interoperability standard.
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CES 2020: Apple Back at Consumer Electronics Show After 28-Year Gap
Apple has confirmed that the company will be making a rare official appearance after 28 years at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.
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LG Launches New Range of OLED, Smart, UHD, NanoCell AI ThinQ TVs in India
LG ThinQ AI TVs come with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant integration and select models offer Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support.
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Apple ARKit 3, RealityKit, RealityKit Composer Announced; HomeKit Coming to Security Cameras, Routers
Apple has announced the new ARKit 3 and RealityKit software frameworks for developers. Additionally, Apple is bringing HomeKit to security cameras and routers.
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watchOS 4.2 Released With Apple Pay Cash Support and More: How to Download, Install
The new software update brings with it support for Apple Pay Cash that will now be available in the Messages app and Wallet app on watchOS 4.2.
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Apple Strategy in 'Smart Home' Race Threatened by Amazon
Amazon is pursuing an open-systems approach that allows quick development of many features, while Apple is taking a slower route, asserting more control.
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Inside The iHome: Apple Helps Builders Pitch Gizmo-Packed Houses
In a darkened master bedroom, David Kaiserman stood in shirtsleeves next to a turned-down king bed. "Good morning, Siri," he said to the iPad in his hand, and the lights went on while the blackout shades retracted.
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Apple to Introduce Unified HomeKit Control App With iOS 10: Report
The Cupertino giant is reportedly working on a dedicated app that will provide users a single platform for all their home automation needs.
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Now Control Your Dumb, AA-Battery Powered Devices With Your iPhone
A company has found a way to utilise Apple's HomeKit framework to control (at least turn on and off) a range of devices.
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Apple to Issue Revamped Privacy Policy Website
In a revamped privacy policy website, Apple on Tuesday attempted to lay out how its philosophy on data collection splits from its tech industry rivals.
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Apple Home App to Introduce Support for Robot Vacuum Cleaners With iOS 18 Update
Apple Home is introducing support for robot vacuum cleaners with iOS 18, the company announced at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024. With iOS 18, the Cupertino-based tech giant says it will also bring a guest access feature, granting guest users access to smart home devices located in a household.
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iOS 18 May Bring Control Centre Overhaul, Redesigned Music Widget to the iPhone: Report
iOS 18 – Apple’s next big update for the iPhone – may bring an overhaul to the handset’s Control Centre, according to a report. It is tipped that the iPhone maker may revamp the Control Centre in addition to a redesigned Music widget and controls for HomeKit.
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iOS 15.2.1, iPadOS 15.2.1 Released to Fix HomeKit Denial-of-Service Vulnerability
iOS 15.2.1 and iPadOS 15.2.1 have been released by Apple for all compatible iPhone and iPad models as a minor update that fixes a known denial-of-service vulnerability existing in HomeKit.
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LG’s 2018 Smart TVs Getting Support for Apple AirPlay 2, HomeKit
LG’s 2018 smart TV models are receiving Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support. The software update is reportedly rolling out in a phased manner to limited models. LG had said in September that AirPlay 2 and HomeKit will be rolled out to its 2018 smart TV models this year.
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LG’s 2018 TV Models to Get Support for Apple AirPlay 2, HomeKit Later This Year
LG has revealed that support for AirPlay 2 and Apple HomeKit will be rolled out for its 2018 smart TV lineup. This comes after the LG rolled out support for these Apple services for its 2019 range of smart TVs in July.
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WWDC 2020: Apple Unveils tvOS 14 With Home App Support, New Interoperability Standard Announced
Apple at WWDC 2020 keynote on Monday unveiled tvOS 14 as its updated platform for Apple TV devices. The company also announced a home alliance in partnership with Amazon, Google, and other key smart home makers and developed an interoperability standard.
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CES 2020: Apple Back at Consumer Electronics Show After 28-Year Gap
Apple has confirmed that the company will be making a rare official appearance after 28 years at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.
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LG Launches New Range of OLED, Smart, UHD, NanoCell AI ThinQ TVs in India
LG ThinQ AI TVs come with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant integration and select models offer Apple AirPlay 2 and HomeKit support.
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Apple ARKit 3, RealityKit, RealityKit Composer Announced; HomeKit Coming to Security Cameras, Routers
Apple has announced the new ARKit 3 and RealityKit software frameworks for developers. Additionally, Apple is bringing HomeKit to security cameras and routers.
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watchOS 4.2 Released With Apple Pay Cash Support and More: How to Download, Install
The new software update brings with it support for Apple Pay Cash that will now be available in the Messages app and Wallet app on watchOS 4.2.
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Apple Strategy in 'Smart Home' Race Threatened by Amazon
Amazon is pursuing an open-systems approach that allows quick development of many features, while Apple is taking a slower route, asserting more control.
-
Inside The iHome: Apple Helps Builders Pitch Gizmo-Packed Houses
In a darkened master bedroom, David Kaiserman stood in shirtsleeves next to a turned-down king bed. "Good morning, Siri," he said to the iPad in his hand, and the lights went on while the blackout shades retracted.
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Apple to Introduce Unified HomeKit Control App With iOS 10: Report
The Cupertino giant is reportedly working on a dedicated app that will provide users a single platform for all their home automation needs.
-
Now Control Your Dumb, AA-Battery Powered Devices With Your iPhone
A company has found a way to utilise Apple's HomeKit framework to control (at least turn on and off) a range of devices.
-
Apple to Issue Revamped Privacy Policy Website
In a revamped privacy policy website, Apple on Tuesday attempted to lay out how its philosophy on data collection splits from its tech industry rivals.
