How to Connect Xbox on Homekit? Here, you can get the full details related to the automation of Xbox on Homekit. All you need is a stable network connection, an xbox console, and a home app. Moreover, once you connect xbox with the home app – then, you can automate the console from the home app. You can automate only some commands like turning on the Xbox, turning off the xbox console, or choosing a game. But you can’t automate the whole gaming console using the Home app. To get more details about xbox and homekit, scroll down.
Is Xbox compatible with Homekit?
Yes, Xbox Compatible with Homekit. You can use the Home app to automate the Xbox. If you are an existing homekit user, then it will be easy to connect it. If you are new to the Homekit family, then you will have to set up the Home app first, and then follow the given procedure to get Xbox on Homekit. Moreover, to automate the Xbox on the Home app – A stable network connection is a must.
How to Get Xbox on Homekit?
You can get the Xbox on Homekit using third-party software. Because it’s not compatible directly with Homekit. So third-party software like,
- Hoobs.
- HomeBridge.
- Home Assistant.
So these are the bridge software, used to automate the Xbox on Homekit. Moreover, the code and configuration are not given here. You need to refer to the configuration on the referral link. Those referral links are provided in this article. So choose the software wisely and integrate it. Furthermore, The procedure to get Xbox on Homekit using this software is given below.
Automate Xbox on Homekit – using Hoobs
Already you know and must be aware of Hoobs. This helps you to connect non-compatible Homekit devices with Homekit. If you are new to the Hoobs family, then use this guide to connect Hoobs on Homekit. Once you connect the hoobs box with Homekit – then you can follow this procedure to automate xbox on Homekit.
Add Dependencies to Automate Xbox on Homekit
The following listed dependencies are available which you can add to automate through HOOBS/Homebridge.
- uuid
- Elliptic
- commander
- jsrsasign
- uuid-phrase
- xbox-webapi.
- hex-to-binary
- plugin-ui-utils
Also, install the package ” npm i homebridge-xbox-tv@1.8.12-beta447″. These dependencies and packages are for both hoobs and Homebridge users.
You already know that the Homebridge plugins are directly compatible with Hoobs. So First, You should Install Homebridge on Hoobs. Then, configure the HomebridgeUI X plugins and add all the xbox plugins.
Therefore, You should Install a homebridge on the Hoobs box – Then, if you connect xbox with Homebridge. Once the xbox is connected with Homebridge – You can automate with the Home app.
So in short, You should connect Hoobs to Homekit>> Homebridge to Hoobs >> Xbox To Homebridge.
NOTE: Scroll down, to know the process of getting Xbox to Homebridge.
For the full code and for automation, refer Hoobs with Xbox
Configuration of Xbox to Homekit via Hoobs
Open Home app >> search for + sign >> click on add accessory >> select I have a code >> enter pin >> Then, follow the on-screen prompts. That’s it. Now, you can automate Xbox on Homekit.
How to Connect Xbox on Homekit? Using Homebridge
Homebridge is one of my favorite software. The homebridge software helps us to connect non-compatible devices with Homekit. If you are a new Homebridge user, this article will be helpful! What is Homebridge? If you are an existing user – then add the xbox plugins directly on the Plugins tab.
If you are a new user of Homebridge, then create an Authorization Manager and Azure Ad app. Or else, use the configuration code and automate it easily. So, for new users paste the plugins.
Create a new Authorization manager;
- Use the new Authorization manager
- And login with Xbox credentials.
- Next, accept the permission for the app.
- Then, copy the code value and paste it on Web API.
- And save it.
Create Azure AD
Azure ad is a cloud service. which helps to secure all the data. So for building lot applications – Azure ads are used. To create an ID – Go to Azure portal >> search for register new app >> enter the name >> enter the other details regards Microsoft account >> Redirect URLs and add it >> tap on platform >> Enter custom redirect URI. It’s not necessary to add xbox on homebridge. To be safer side, just create it.
Configure Xbox with Homebridge
To configure xbox with Homebridge – you should have Lirc (IR). You should connect it with the Xbox. Then, configure it by adding an xbox accessory and using the Codes below;
{
“accessory”: “xbox”,
“name”: “xbox”,
“ipAddress”: ” “
}
That’s all about adding the accessory with the homebridge – read below to pair the device.
Ensure that the Xbox console is in Power mode. To make sure, Tap on profile & system >> settings >> General >> power Mode & startup. Also, allow the Xbox console from any third-party apps. So allow the connection on the console by clicking on profile & system >> settings >> Device & Connections >> Remote features >> preference >> toggle ON.
For the plugins to connect to xbox on Homekit – Refer to GITHUB.
How to automate Xbox on Homekit via Home Assistant?
You can automate the Xbox on Homekit using Home Assistant software. Then, you should connect Home Assistant with Homekit. Once you added the Home assistant – You can add xbox integration on Homekit.
Add Xbox Integration
To add the Xbox to Home Assistant – We should use a Media player and Remote service.
XBOX MEDIA PLAYER; is the platform that will create media player entities and link the console with a Microsoft account.
REMOTE: Xbox Remote is the platform that creates remote entities of your console and links to your Microsoft account. With these two, you need the Integration and attributes to automate Xbox on Home Assistant – Integrations like picture elements card, sensors, Binary sensor, and Media source.
Xbox on Homekit – Configure it
- Select settings from sidebar>> Click device & service >> Click add integration >> Add the code >> and pair the device.
That’s all about the integration of Xbox with Homekit.
For the code and detailed configuration – tap here, Xbox with Home assistant.
What are the other ways to automate Xbox on Homekit?
If you are not using the Hoobs, Homebridge, or Home Assistant to control and automate the Xbox on Homekit. Then, try it via
- SmartThings.
Smartthings – Xbox on Homekit
If you are using the Smartthins app on your device- then you can use this guide to automate the Xbox on Home app. First, you should connect Homekit with Smarrthings. Then, set the bridge
- Install Node and NPM ( sudo apt-get install nodejs npm)
- Then, install the repository using javascript – app.js
- Install all the dependencies of npm.
- Start the server: sudo nodejs app.js
Configure the SmartThings device.
- Install xbox.groovy as a new handler in the smartthings app.
- Alter the code and enter the name of your xbox, series number, and other details.
- Then, from the xbox device >> settings >> and get the IP address to get automated.
Once, you completed all the configurations – Now, you can automate all the automation of xbox on the Home app. For the bride guide and detailed configuration – refer to jacobrossi README. file.
Also, read How to connect Openhab to Homekit?
Final words
So these are the best ways to automate the Xbox on Homekit. You Can’t add it directly but you can automate the console using this bridge software. Also, We already insist that the configuration and integration of codes are given in the referral link. So refer to it to get the Automation code. Moreover, if you have any doubts related to the repository, code, integration, and more. Just use the comment box we provide a good solution.