Apple HomeKit is an accessible way for users to create a smart home. While it’s true that HomeKit is optimized for Apple’s own HomePod speakers, there are hundreds of HomeKit compatible devices from well-known IoT brands. Apple is also part of the CSA’s Matter initiative, through which more gadgets than ever are meant to work across multiple ecosystems.
HomeKit is particularly useful for iPhone and iPad users, with a built-in HomeKit app that’s on standby to help you set up new devices as you introduce them into your home. You can add specific HomeKit settings, such as the on/off switch for a group of smart lights, to your Control Center as well. What’s more, Siri is able to recognize your smart home devices, so you can just ask the assistant to control them using your voice.
