Architecture

Old Homekit architecture: Apple plans compulsory change

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Old Homekit architecture: Apple plans compulsory change

New Homekit architecture? Was that what? Yes, actually with iOS 16.4, users should move to an improved basis of Apple’s smart home system. However, not everyone did that. With iOS 18.6 it now looks like the end of the old system is approaching. However, there were indications in earlier iOS-18 versions that Apple begins forced … Read more

Apple Home: Architecture upgrade could soon become mandatory

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Apple Home: Architecture upgrade could soon become mandatory

The days of the first Homekit architecture seem counted. In the beta of iOS 18.4 there are first indications that Apple could soon urge smart home users to update the Homekit architecture. “Support for your current version of Apple Home will soon end. Update now to avoid disturbances in your accessories and automations,” says the … Read more