2017 | OriginalPaper | Chapter
11. Home Automation Using HomeKit
Authors: Ahmed Bakir, Gheorghe Chesler, Manny de la Torriente
Publisher: Apress
Abstract
Much like Apple sought to unify health data with HealthKit, HomeKit is Apple’s entry into home automation. Apple created a unified communications protocol—HomeKit Accessory Protocol— for connected home manufactures. HomeKit is a common set of APIs (application programming interfaces) for applications that provides integration between iOS devices and accessories that support the HomeKit Accessory Protocol.