Go HomeKit!
Upgrade your Hue lights to support HomeKit
Still hanging on to the old Hue bridge, but want to upgrade to HomeKit? Here's how to get the job done!
Christopher Close
Christopher spends most of his time writing and dreaming about all things HomeKit for iMore. If you wish to join him on his quest to automate everything, you can follow him on Twitter at @itschrisclose.
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Colorful connectivity
The Philips Hue Play Bar is my new favorite smart lighting accessory
These highly versatile Hue smart lights work as accent lighting, bias lighting, or just as cool lamps. The Hue Play Bar does it all.
You're invited
Join in on the HomeKit fun by accepting an invitation in the Home app
Joining a HomeKit home gives you access to notifications, scenes, and of course, remote control of accessories within a home. Here's how to accept that invite and join in on the HomeKit fun.
Rename it!
Customize your HomeKit accessories by giving them a new name
Want to make things a little more familiar in HomeKit? Or how about giving something a crazy name that only you would get? Just head on over to the Home app!
Trade it all in
Arlo wants you to ditch that old video doorbell and replace it with theirs
Don't really care for your old video doorbell and want to change things up? Then Arlo has a special offer for you.
Even more doomed
Apple's Mac Q4 shipments down 3% when compared to last year
Latest Gartner report claims that Apple's Mac shipments were down in Q4 2019, even though the PC market showed signs of life.
Purified
This air purifier claims to be the best and most sustainable option around
OneLife's CES 2020 announcement makes some lofty claims, including being the "world's best" and "most sustainable".
Smart suite
Array jumps into the connected accessories game with latest offerings
The home security experts have entered the realm of connected lighting and power with their latest unveiling at CES.
Plenty of HomeKit
HomeKit newcomer Waciao is showing off tons of accessories at CES 2020
The latest HomeKit accessory manufacturer making the rounds has a smart device for just about everything.
Wireless security
Array's latest cameras pack in a built-in battery for easy installation
The newest edition to the Array by Hampton smart home suite can protect your home without having to run wires.
Tons of HomeKit!
Votion bursts onto the HomeKit scene with 11 new accessories
Votion's HomeKit debut covers a lot of the basics, but also introduces some truly unique accessories.
Fresh start
Need to start fresh with HomeKit? Here's how to remove your home
Remove that extra or problematic home from HomeKit with these simple steps!
HomeKit EVERYWHERE
All of the shiny new HomeKit accessories coming to your home soon
It is CES time again, and you know what that means... more HomeKit! Here's all of the sweet HomeKit goodies announced at this years conference.
Secure all the things
Unlock your bike, cabinets and drawers with a touch of your finger
Benjilock's fingerprint locks allow you to ditch the keys in favor of ones that are always on you.
Safe and secure
Array by Hampton's latest smart home gear keeps things safe and secure
Hampton's Video Doorbell and Garage Door Opener provide all of the benefits of smart home security without the need of a special hub.
More HomeKit!
Bosch is finally joining in on the HomeKit fun later this year
After holding out for ages, Bosch is finally opening up to Apple's HomeKit, and others.
Electrified
Legrand's latest HomeKit accessories monitor energy for your entire home
This smart electrical accessory installs directly into your home's electrical panel, enabling it to monitor and control entire portions of your home.
Flare up
The updated Flare adds better sound along with an extra LED light ring
The latest Soundcore Flare keeps the same looks and budget friendly price tag, but adds in more powerful drivers and wireless connectivity.
Extra power
Keep your Macbook Pro alive with Anker's latest portable battery
The latest portable battery from Anker not only keeps phones and tablets charged, but also that shiny new MacBook.
Conference to go
Start a conference call from anywhere with Anker's PowerConf
Anker's latest portable power accessory is aimed at business in and out of the office.