Apple 2026 in transition: Five innovations will shape the year
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Tag: Apple Home
Apple Home is Apple's smart home platform and brings the control of compatible devices together under a single app. Launched in 2014 with HomeKit, Apple Home has evolved over the years into an open platform that today also supports the cross-vendor Matter standard and Thread. Through the Home app on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Vision Pro, users can control lights, plugs, thermostats, locks, blinds, cameras, sensors and entire scenes – via tap, automation or voice command through Siri. HomePod, HomePod mini and Apple TV 4K serve as central hubs, while HomeKit Secure Video stores camera footage end-to-end encrypted in iCloud.
On apfelpatient.de, this tag offers ongoing coverage of Apple's smart home world: new features in the Home app and HomeKit, Matter and Thread updates, reviews and hands-on reports on compatible accessories, background on Apple's smart home strategy, personnel decisions within the responsible team, and all rumors and reports on upcoming smart home hardware from Cupertino – from new speakers through smart displays to cameras and sensors.
Anyone wanting to integrate their home consistently into the Apple ecosystem and not miss any important platform development will find the right topic hub here.
iOS 26: Apple Home app gets new automation options
With iOS 26, the Home app becomes more intelligent: Adaptive Temperature ensures comfort, data protection, and energy efficiency in the smart home.
Apple plans ten new products – exciting releases until 2026
Apple will release ten new devices by 2026. Discover the full roadmap featuring the M5 chip, Apple Intelligence, and smart connectivity.
Apple plans new operating system for smart home devices
Apple is developing Charismatic, the new smart home OS with multi-user support, Siri voice control, and flexible operation.
Apple wants to expand its smart home offering with a camera
Apple is planning an intelligent security camera that detects people, controls movements, and integrates seamlessly into the smart home.
Apple plans to launch an AI desktop robot with a display by 2027
Apple plans to launch an AI desktop robot with a movable display and a new Siri in 2027 – a completely new step in its product strategy.
Apple Smart Home Hub and LLM-Siri to be released in 2026
In 2026, Apple will launch Smart Home Hub and LLM-Siri – more intelligence, personalized features, and modern design for your home.
Apple Home to replace HomeKit and unify the brand
Apple is launching a new smart home era: Apple Home replaces HomeKit and brings fresh products and a clear brand strategy.
iOS 26 Beta Reveals New Smart Home Feature in Code
The iOS 26 leak reveals a smart home feature that uses Maps data to automatically regulate room temperature and save energy...
Apple has to postpone Smart Home Hub because of Siri
Apple has big plans for the smart home sector, but Siri is causing problems. Here's why the new Hub probably won't be released until 2026.
