iOS 18.4 Home app adds support for Matter robot vacuums

The first iOS 18.4 beta dropped yesterday, and includes an exciting smart home addition that previously went under the radar. As tested by Jonathan at Smart Home Centre, the Home app now supports robot vacuums and maps that integrate with the Matter protocol. Right now, the only compatible model on the market is the Switchbot S10 Robot Vacuum and Mop, but many other manufacturers have pledged support for Matter with forthcoming software updates. While almost all of these vacuums have iPhone apps you can control them with, the native support through the Home app enables Siri voice commands and integration in the unified dashboard alongside all your other smart home accessories. You can also then include the vacuum and mop actions in your normal HomeKit automations and scenes. Once configured, you’ll be able to control your vacuum with voice commands on your iPhone, HomePods, Apple TV and any other iOS device. The Apple Home app includes a simple-but-capable set of controls for the S ... Read full article.