If you have ordered your 3D Camera, Then know what is best about it. Apple’s first 3D Camera seamlessly turns your Physical space into a digital content world. Letting you do things in unimaginable ways- use your hands, eyes, and voice. Relive immersive moments with the new technology. This Article will tell you if you can connect Vision Pro on Homekit and how it lets you control it.
Does Vision Pro work with Apple Homekit?
Yes, of course, The Apple Vision Pro works with Apple Homekit. You can no doubt use the Apple Home app with and on Vision Pro. When you connect, You can access managing and controlling your Devices. The Vision Pro is an advanced headset that securely controls your smart home accessories to provide you with hands-free automation.
Therefore, Vision Pro Homekit integration helps you in two ways-
- You can control your Apple Headset with the Home App.
- You can also manage and control your devices from the Headset.
Get into to know what’s all the fuss.
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How to Connect Vision Pro on Homekit?
Just like any other smart home accessories, Vision Pro is Smart as well. So, It is possible to connect it to Apple Homekit. You can connect Vision Pro on Homekit through the Apple Home App. Eventually, You will need a Home Hub and a smart device- Apple TV (4th Generation or Later) or you can use Homepod Speakers.
- Make sure your Apple Vision Pro is turned on – Sign in with your Apple ID.
- Connect your Devices to a common internet source.
- Install the Apple Home App on your iOS Device – iPad.
- Launch the App and Click on the + icon.
- Tap Add Accessory and hold your Vision Pro and Home app closer.
- Now, Scan the QR Code or Enter the 8-digit code on your accessory.
- Select it and Follow the on-screen instructions for Further setup.
Add Vision Pro to a Home Hub
- Make sure to sign in using your same Apple ID on the Home hub and Apple Vision Pro.
- Open the App and Go to the Settings.
- Click on your name and then select the iCloud Option.
- Tap on Show All and Turn on Home.
Moreover, You can also try to configure your router and add your smart accessory- Here are the steps to do the same.,
- Firstly Set up your Router with the Manufacturer’s app.
- Click on the three dots >Home settings>WiFi Network and Routers.
- Turn on the Homekit Accessory Security>Choose your accessory>Select a settings -Restrict to Home/Automatic /No Restriction.
- And then You can add your Vision Pro as mentioned above.
Apple Home app with Vision Pro
However, there is no native version of the Apple Home app on the Vision Pro. But there is one for sure. The Apple Home App is an iPad App that is available on the Apple Vision Pro. You can use the iPad Version of the app in the COMPATIBILITY MODE.
What is the Compatibility Mode of Vision Pro?
The Compatibility Mode on the Apple Vision Pro allows you to access over a million iPad and iPhone apps through Virtual space. It does look and works as it would on the iPadOS or iOS Device. Therefore, The app in the compatibility mode does not offer you any additional spatial computing features. It is just the Floating window in front of you.
How to Install the Apple Home App on Vision Pro?
In Addition to Vision Pro on Homekit Integration, You can also automate your devices using it. Follow the instructions below to Download the Home iPad App on your Apple Vision Pro.
- Firstly, Make sure to sign in with your Apple ID and use a reliable internet connection.
- Press the Digital Crown icon to Open the Home View.
- On the Apple App Store, Tap on the iPhone and iPad Apps option.
- You will see a list of compatible apps – Search for Apple Home App.
- Install the Home iPad app on your Vision Pro.
- Downloaded Apps will appear in the Compatible Apps folder on the Home View.
- Scroll down to the Control Center and then Tap.
- On the Right side of the tile, Tap on the device name to access available controls
You can simply use Siri to search for Apps on the App Store. With the Home App on Vision Pro, You can create automation and control your home anywhere anytime- Securely.
Set up Siri on Apple Vision Pro
On Apple Vision Pro, Use Siri to do your task with the Voice Assistant.
- Go to Settings>Siri and Search>Turn ON Listen for Hey Siri or Siri.
Then Activate Siri by asking a question or making a request in your Voice. Once done, You can use the Home App through Siri.
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How to Control with Vision Pro on Homekit?
Once you Integrate Vision Pro on Homekit, You can automate Lights, TVs, Thermostats, Doorbells, and a lot more. Manage your Smart Home accessories using the Home app and the Control Center. Here are the ways you can use the Home App on Vision Pro.
- View Categories.
- Create Scenes.
- Cameras.
- Add Favorites.
- Edit Rooms.
- Reorder and Rearrange.
- Create Activity Zones.
- Send Invite to Others.
- Turn ON Lighting.
- Add New Homes.
Connect Camera with Vision Pro on Homekit
With the Home App on Vision Pro on Homekit, You can also manage your security cameras. Choose a Homekit Compatible Camera. Start by adding your cameras on the Apple Home App on your Vision Pro.
Open Home>Tap+>Add Accessory>Scan QR>Add and done.
Once Added, Assign a Location (Room) and set it up. Using the headset, You can now keep surveillance and View your security cameras through the Home App.
To View the Videos ;
- On the Home tab, Click on the Camera tile to View Live.
- If you have a Homekit Secure Video Camera – For the Record Clips, Swipe the Timeline and Tap on the clip you want to play.
Enable Notifications
- Open Home App>Tap 3 dots>Home Settings>Cameras and Doorbells.
- Choose the one you want>Notifications>Turn on Activity.
This will send you alerts whenever a motion is detected on the camera.
Vision Pro on Homekit Via HomeUI
HomeUI is also another choice that you can pick to fill up the gap for a native Home App. Get the HomeUI on Apple Vision Pro, it provides you with an intuitive interface to acces Homekit.
Control your Lights, Switches, Fans, and Other Smart Home Accessories. However, There is No Native Version of the Home app for Vision Pro.
Install the HomeUI App from the App Store. This Supports –
- Cameras.
- Lights.
- Switches.
- Outlets.
- Fans.
- Locks.
Turn your Vision into a smart home control suite to control your accessories.HomeUI seamlessly offers you a camera screen,2D and 3D interactive controls, and Home Automation.
Bottom Line
With the help of the guide, You can easily connect Vision Pro on Homekit. Also, You can control your Other Smart devices on the Vision Pro. The Headset will definitely make your life much easier and smarter as well. So, Pick up your headsets and Get ready to experience a Virtual Life in front of you!
Do not forget to connect it to a good Internet Source -Which is a must.