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Does HomeKit work with August?

Does HomeKit work with August?

Yes, if you have a compatible Apple bridge within Bluetooth range of your August Smart Lock that is setup to work with HomeKit. You can then use Siri remotely or operate remotely through the August app.

How do I connect my Apple TV to August lock?

This time only disable Bluetooth on your iPhone and then using the August app try and lock/unlock the door look. What this does is shorten the communication path. It will go from your iPhone to the Apple TV using Wi-FI and then from the Apple TV to the August lock using Bluetooth.

How do you activate Siri with August lock?

Open the August app on your iPhone and click the gear icon at the bottom right. Tap on your lock and select “Home Settings” then tap “Enable Siri.” When prompted, add a new HomeKit house or choose an existing one to add your August Smart Lock and then select which room to associate it with.

Does August work with Siri?

August locks are one of the only smart locks on the market that works with all three major smart speakers: Apple HomePod, Amazon Echo, and Google Home, as well as, their Assistants: Siri, Alexa, and the Google Assistant.

What is August app?

The August Home app helps you control your August Devices from your smartphone. It lets you lock, unlock, and monitor your door from anywhere in the world.

What devices work with HomeKit?

The best HomeKit devices you can buy today

  1. Apple HomePod mini. Apple’s adorable sub-$100 smart speaker.
  2. Apple TV 4K (2021)
  3. Wemo WiFi Smart Plug.
  4. August Wi-Fi Smart Lock.
  5. Kwikset Premis.
  6. Lutron Caseta Dimmer Switch Starter Kit.
  7. Brilliant Smart Home Controller.
  8. Lifx Mini Smart Bulb.

Is SimpliSafe Apple HomeKit compatible?

What is this? SimpliSafe works with HomeKit using a Homebridge hub or device. However, SimpliSafe products are not directly compatible with the Apple HomeKit and can only be integrated using Homebridge.

Will ring ever work with HomeKit?

The one I settled on was a Homebridge Hub that exposed Ring accessories to HomeKit using a simple Ring plugin. Ring works with Apple HomeKit using a Homebridge hub or device.

How much does the August app cost?

There is no cost to use August Access, however, regular fees apply depending on what service you are using.

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