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Apple announces changes for HomeKit, plans for integration with iOS 9

HomeKit is evolving. On Monday, Apple announced several changes to its connected-home platform. The next version of HomeKit, which will correspond with the launch of iOS 9 this fall, will add support for motorized window shades and a raft of new sensor classes, including motion and carbon-monoxide detectors. HomeKit already supports a limited number of […]

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Apple announces OS X 10.11 El Capitan, plans for fall release

The torrent of news and announcements from this year’s WWDC keynote starts here. It starts with El Capitan. On Monday, Apple announced OS X 10.11 El Capitan, the next version of its operation system. The updated OS will feature new versions of multiple stock apps, including Safari, Mail and Notes, improved Spotlight search with natural […]

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Philips announces that Hue Lights will be available in the fall, will support Apple’s HomeKit interface

Philips’ Hue Lights will get HomeKit support and be en route to you this fall. Philips has also stated that the smart lights you already own will work with HomeKit and you won’t have to replace them to get them working with HomeKit. The company released the following statement on its Facebook page:

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Apple to stream WWDC keynote at Monday, 10 AM PT

If you’re hankering to watch the Worldwide Developer Conference keynote, Apple’s got you covered. The keynote will take place on Monday, June 8th at 10 AM Pacific Time and the PowerPage will do everything it can to bring you the latest news from the event. . This year, Apple is expected to show off features […]

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Rumor: Apple looking to integrate public transit information into Maps

Apple Maps could be reborn with mass transit directions built in. New rumors have stated that Apple could introduce bus, subway, and train route navigation to Apple Maps. The rumors have focused on larger icons for mass transit facilities along with a Transit view alongside the Standard, Hybrid, and Satellite/Flyover views, and a trip-planning feature. […]