Apple Releases First 5 HomeKit Accessories
Aishwarya Bhatt | | Jun 03, 2015 11:15 AM EDT |
(Photo : Reuters) Apple finally launched the much anticipated HomeKit - a framework in which the iOS gets connected to the home accessories.
Apple finally launched the much anticipated HomeKit, which is a framework in which the iOS gets connected to the home accessories. This framework was first introduced as the Worldwide Developers Conference which was held last year.
After the introduction, there were many sneak peeks on the internet showcasing the devices which can be compatible with the HomeKit framework. Finally, Apple gave the manufactures a go ahead and the first 5 HomeKit accessories are out for sale, according to extensive news reports about the new launch by The Mac World.
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These accessories can only be bought in the form of pre-order for the time being. This is the case, because they will hit the actual physical market in the month of July, according to detailed reports by The Techno Stream.
The first device is the Elgato Eve, which is a set of connected wireless sensors which can be used to monitor the temperature, air pressure, and the humidity. iOS device users who use the 8.1 version or above can check on all the information which is gathered their devices, and can do so even with their Apple TV's.
The second device is Ecobee 3, which is designed to enable climate control for huge houses. The remote sensors in this device will monitor the temperatures and help in maintain the same temperature throughout the house. Ambient temperatures help to foster creativity and this is a blessing for all those professionals who work from home.
The third device is the Caséta Smart Bridge, which is a wireless lightning hub and lets the user to control the lights of their house. The lights can dim or brighten as per the preferances of the user. It is particulary useful for all those people who are photo-sensitive and photo-phobic.
The fourth one is the Insteon Hub, which allows the user to control the Insteon devices from their Apple products, including lamps, LED bulbs and cameras. This device will go a long way in curbing unnecessary expenses in electricity bills, as the electrical appliances can be turned off at a simple voice command, when they are not needed.
The last device is the iHome iSP5 SmartPlug, which allows the users to convert their house plugging system into an AI system.
Voice command is also enabled for all these devices, thus increasing their usability by quite a few notches.
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