Apple's HomeKit platform has been gaining popularity in recent years as more and more homeowners are looking for ways to control their homes using their smartphones.
While many devices are compatible with HomeKit, we've compiled a list of seven unique devices that you may not have known were compatible with Apple's smart home platform.
1. Smart Faucets
One of the unique devices compatible with HomeKit is the Artifacts kitchen faucet with Kohler Konnect. This smart faucet allows you to turn on and off the water with a wave of your hand or an object such as a pan.
You can also set it to automatically turn off the water after a certain amount of time, which is great for preventing water waste. The Kohler Konnect app also allows you to monitor your water usage and receive notifications if there is excessive water usage.
The integration with HomeKit also allows you to control the faucet with your voice using Siri, as well as set up scenes and automation. Pouring specific amounts of water for cooking or filling up a pet bowl can all be done with Artifacts and Siri.
When you're ready to upgrade your kitchen faucet, consider one that is compatible with HomeKit and can make your life a little easier. With plenty of cool kitchen gadgets all compatible with HomeKit, your kitchen can be the smartest room in your home.
2. Smart Sprinklers
If you're thinking of upgrading to a smart home, why not start with your lawn? The Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller can help you water your yard effortlessly and automatically directly from your iPhone.
From HomeKit, you can schedule and start your sprinklers, as well as check how much water your plants need. From the soil type to the sun exposure and plant type, you can input all the data to make sure your yard is getting just the right amount of water.
Creating a custom watering schedule based on the specific needs of your yard is easy, and you can be sure your plants are getting exactly what they need to stay healthy. Smart sprinkler controllers can help you save money and water all while making your yard look great.
Getting started with smart home technology has never been easier, and your lawn will thank you for it.
3. Smart Curtains
If you're looking for a way to upgrade your window treatments, consider curtains that are compatible with HomeKit. The Hunter Douglas PowerView Automated Shades is a great option that can be controlled with your voice, phone, or even by schedule.
You can set the shades to open and close at specific times of the day or use the HomeKit app to control them when you're away from home. The shades can also be integrated with other smart home devices, such as security cameras so that they open and close based on certain events.
With scenes and automation, you can have your curtains open and close by using Siri, making it easy to control your home's natural light.
For example, you just need to say, "Hey Siri, it's ‘Movie Time," and your PowerView Shades will close to create the perfect movie-watching experience.
4. Smart Heater
What if you could control your home's temperature with just your voice? With HomeKit-enabled smart heaters, such as the De’Longhi MDH, that's exactly what you can do.
You can use Siri to set the temperature, as well as schedule when the heater should turn on and off. You can also check the current temperature and receive notifications if the temperature drops below a certain level.
If you have other smart devices in your home, you can also set up scenes and automation so that your heater works together with them. For example, you could create a scene that turns on the heater just before you arrive home from work or turn it off when you leave for the day. A smart home is a convenient home, and a smart heater is a great way to make your home even more convenient.
If you're feeling creative, you can make your very own homemade DIY heater and turn it into a HomeKit-enabled device.
5. Smart Humidifier
One way to improve the air quality in your home is with a smart humidifier. So why not get one that integrates with your Apple HomeKit?
The De'Longhi Tasciugo AriaDry Pure humidifier can easily be integrated into your smart home and controlled with your voice, phone, or schedule. You can also check the current humidity level and receive notifications if the level drops below a certain point. Don't be surprised if you find yourself using it more often than you thought. It's not just good for your health, it's also good for your home.
6. Garage Door Opener
What's one of the most frustrating things about coming home? For many of us, it's having to get out of the car to open the garage door. With a garage door opener that's compatible with HomeKit, that frustration can be a thing of the past.
It's a perfect way to add some convenience to your life, especially if you have CarPlay in your car. With the iSmartgate HomeKit-compatible door opener, you can open and close your garage door directly from your car or by using your voice with Siri. You can also check the current status of your garage door and receive notifications if it's been left open for a certain period of time.
No more getting out of the car in the rain or snow to open the garage door. With a HomeKit garage door opener, you can stay warm and dry in your car until you're ready to go inside.
7. Routers
There are a lot of advantages of using Apple HomeKit over other smart home ecosystems. One of them is the security that HomeKit provides.
You might not think of routers as being part of the smart home, but they are an essential piece of the puzzle. And with a HomeKit router, such as the Linksys Velop AX4200 Mesh Wi-Fi 6, you can have even more control over your home's network.
This adds an extra layer of security when you're using compatible smart devices and accessories.
From preventing harmful content from spreading to stopping data from being sent to the wrong places, this router is a great option for the safety-conscious smart home.
A Smarter Home With Apple HomeKit
These are just a few of the unique devices that are compatible with Apple HomeKit. Although not all of them are essential, they can certainly make your life more convenient. And isn't that what a smart home is all about?