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Wemo Sunset: Belkin Shuts Down Cloud Features, Urges HomeKit Migration
technology1 month ago

Wemo Sunset: Belkin Shuts Down Cloud Features, Urges HomeKit Migration

Belkin will end support for most Wemo smart-home devices by Jan. 31, 2026, shutting down the Wemo app and cloud services; as a result, cloud-based features like remote access, schedules, and integrations with Alexa and Google Assistant will stop working, and devices will no longer function as smart devices even if the hardware powers on. A subset of Wemo devices compatible with Apple HomeKit can continue working if users migrate before the deadline, while older devices may not support HomeKit and should be reset and recycled. Refunds may be available for in-warranty devices after the end date, but eligibility varies. Users should migrate to Apple HomeKit or replace devices and remove the Wemo app after services shut down.

Nest Thermostat now compatible with Apple HomeKit and Matter.
smart-home2 years ago

Nest Thermostat now compatible with Apple HomeKit and Matter.

Google has announced that the Nest Thermostat model released in 2020 will now support Matter, a universal smart home standard that includes Apple's HomeKit. This means that the smart thermostat can now be controlled with Apple's Home app and Siri on the iPhone and other devices. The update will be rolled out over the next few weeks via an automatic over-the-air software update. Google is also exploring adding Matter support to older Nest thermostats.