homekit

HomeKit at WWDC 2024

Sessions Mentioned:

1. Go small with Embedded Swift
2. What’s new in privacy
3. Meet AccessorySetupKit

Key Points:

1. Go small with Embedded Swift:

   • This session demonstrates how to create a HomeKit accessory using Embedded Swift. The example used is an ESP32-C6 development board with a RISC-V microcontroller and a color LED.
   • The process involves setting up a HomeKit accessory, flashing the device, and controlling it via the Home app on Apple devices.
   • The session also covers using the Matter protocol, an open standard for smart home accessories, which HomeKit supports natively.
   • Watch the demo of the HomeKit-enabled smart light (16:05).

2. What’s new in privacy:

   • This session introduces the Accessory Setup Kit, which simplifies the pairing and management of accessories in iOS 18.
   • It highlights the privacy-friendly design and enhanced user control for managing paired accessories.
   • Learn more about Accessory Setup Kit (05:44).

3. Meet AccessorySetupKit:

   • This session provides an overview of the new Accessory Setup Kit, which streamlines the setup and management of accessories with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
   • It includes a detailed walkthrough of the APIs and a sample app creation.
   • Introduction to Accessory Setup Kit (00:07).

Summary:

At WWDC 2024, Apple introduced several enhancements and tools for HomeKit and accessory management. The "Go small with Embedded Swift" session provides a practical example of building a HomeKit accessory using Embedded Swift and the Matter protocol. The "What’s new in privacy" and "Meet AccessorySetupKit" sessions introduce the Accessory Setup Kit, which simplifies the pairing and management of accessories while ensuring privacy and security.