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Title: Wiz smart bulbs begin Matter rollout, finally bringing official support to Apple Home app
Post by: HCK on May 02, 2023, 04:05:06 pm
Wiz smart bulbs begin Matter rollout, finally bringing official support to Apple Home app

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<p>As a cheaper option in the smart light bulbs space,  are relatively popular. However, they have not supported HomeKit (only Siri Shortcuts) and have been a less-than-ideal option for Apple Home ecosystem users. Unofficial support was previously made possible via Homebridge. </p>
<p>However, this week, Wiz is rolling out Matter support for many of its newer bulb models (via The Verge (https://www.theverge.com/2023/4/25/23697537/wiz-smart-bulbs-matter-compatible-apple-home)). This brings official support for these accessories to Apple Home for the first time.</p>
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