Report: Apple is planning to introduce smart home automation iOS platform before opening of next WWDC
According to a report in The Financial Times, Apple
is working on a new software platform that would work “turns the iPhone into a
remote control for lighting, security systems and other appliances.” IOS Apple
ecosystem, of course, already home to a growing number of connected products
for the home, such as lamps Philips Hue Wifi connected incandescent, the Nest
thermostat and a series of iPhone -controlled devices, but the report claims
that Apple will soon launch a new core platform, which will make for a perfect
experience:
Apple integrated system can be configured easier to
control devices and new "smart home”. For example, a house of lights could
automatically controlled like, when the owner enters the house, comes with its
iPhone wireless signal its arrival. Such a system was outlined in a patent
application from Apple published in November last year. According to further
details many mobile
application development companies are working on introducing
apps similar to this app.
It looks very similar to the platform could be an
extension of Apple's MFi program for Apple whom accessories are yet to be
approved , but the report states that lead to different brand . "The
scheme will be similar to existing Apple” Made for iPhone " label given to
compatible headphones , speakers and other accessories , but with a new brand
and logo . Apple may also include additional controls to ensure that certified
products are not susceptible to hackers. Although it’s not yet cleared, what
kind of new software, hardware and support will be available for Apple and
companies building smart home products for the iPhone provide.
The report adds that Apple is planning a new
platform smart home as fast as its next developer conference WWDC will begin
early next month, on June 2. Previously
it was also reported that Apple is planning a new hardware for the event , in
addition to providing information on various platforms, that will reveal new
features for iOS and OS X planned 8 10.10. It was also mentioned earlier that next
platform will be related to health and fitness like Health Book for Apple iOS 8
which is also reportedly planned by Apple. However , It does not provide much
information about the technology behind the new platform , but Apple could
speculate on a NFC chip in the next iPhone instead of Bluetooth LE technology
it uses currently rely Carplay , iBeacons and other related experiences.
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