Which Somfy equipment and products are compatible with Apple HomeKit?
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19.10.2020
A selection of Somfy equipment is compatible with HomeKit* technology through TaHoma®(including TaHoma V2, TaHoma switch, TaHoma DIN Rail V2 and the Connectivity kit), as per Apple approval:
- Using io-homecontrol® protocol only
HomeKit only allows 2-way radio control of equipment via smart home systems.
Consequently: RTS equipment are not compatible with HomeKit (1-way radio control).
- Excluding equipment allowing access to home.
HomeKit does not allow such equipment.
Consequently: gates, garage doors, windows and doorlocks are not compatible with HomeKit.
- From specific categories: window coverings and terrace for the moment
Equipment compatibility are subject to functional validation with the TaHoma® box and HomeKit by Apple teams as part of the certification process. Each piece of equipment must be individually tested and approved by Apple's teams.
Consequently:
- For the moment: only window coverings and terrace categories are agreed with Apple.
- And only a selection of such equipment are compatible (see compatibility list).
- Potential later addings are subject to further planning from Somfy and Apple, and final approval by Apple.
* Product compatibility with Apple Homekit may vary per country. Please contact your local Somfy Representative for more information.