AccesssorysSetupKit
Asked on 06/18/2025
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AccessorySetupKit is a new framework introduced by Apple to streamline the setup and management of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi accessories in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18. It provides a more user-friendly and privacy-focused approach to pairing accessories with apps. Here are some key points about AccessorySetupKit:
- Simplified Setup: With just one tap, an accessory can be paired with your app, granting both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi access if supported. This reduces the friction typically associated with accessory setup.
- Accessory Picker: The framework introduces a new accessory picker UI that displays nearby accessories your app wants to pair with. It shows high-fidelity artwork and friendly names for the accessories, making it easier for users to identify and authenticate them.
- Privacy and Security: The accessory picker runs in a separate process, ensuring a privacy-friendly design. It combines several permissions into one streamlined flow, replacing multiple prompts that could cause confusion.
- Management Tools: Once paired, accessories can be managed through a new accessory menu, where users can rename, toggle access, or remove accessories.
- APIs and Sample App: The session "Meet AccessorySetupKit" provides an overview of the APIs and demonstrates how to create a sample app that sets up digital dice and syncs roll results over Bluetooth.
For more detailed information, you can refer to the session Meet AccessorySetupKit (00:00:07) where the framework is introduced and explained in depth.
Meet AccessorySetupKit
Elevate your accessory setup experience with AccessorySetupKit. Display a beautiful pairing dialog with an image of your Bluetooth or Wi-Fi accessory — no trip to the Settings app required. Discover how to improve privacy by pairing only your app with an accessory. And learn how you can migrate existing accessories so they can be managed by AccessorySetupKit.
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