![]() ![]() If you’re looking for a Smart Roller Blind that will work with HomeKit and in the future will work on any platform (Matter Support) then the Eve MotionBlinds are a great option. I highly recommend looking for HomeKit products that support Thread. Thread is a future proof feature that more and more smart devices are adding. They’ll also improve connectivity between the blinds and your devices so you’ll encounter fewer (if any) connection issues. These devices will replace the traditional smart hub and allow you to control the smart blinds remotely. #Homekit shade control tvIf you own a Apple TV 4K or a HomePod mini you already have a Thread Hub. To use Thread you’ll need a Border Router device. Thread is a mesh networking protocol for smart devices that is super fast and super reliable. The great thing about MotionBlinds is they support Thread. So if you want honeycomb blinds you’ll need to use Luxaflex Powerview. It’s worth looking to see if your local blind company supports Eve MotionBlinds as I think it’s one of the best platforms.Įve MotionBlinds only works with roller blinds. It’s currently being sold by a number of blind manufacturers in Australia. Roller Blinds Only – No support for Honeycomb style blindsĮve MotionBlinds is a new HomeKit smart blind available in Australia.The upside is you’re getting a very high quality blind and the Powerview platform has been around for a while and is tried and tested. ![]() The one downside of going down the Luxaflex route is price. The app works well and is interchangeable with the Apple Home app. I use a combination of voice control, the remote, automation and the app to control the blinds and set different scenes. The blinds also come with a remote which is very convenient. They work using a Hub, which I’ve found to be quite reliable and I haven’t experienced connection issues. ![]() Luxaflex Powerview Blinds can be battery powered or hard wired. When I got my smart blind put in, Powerview was the only real option for HomeKit blinds in Australia. #Homekit shade control fullI’ve chosen to use these blinds in my apartment and you can check out my full Luxaflex smart blinds review here. Luxaflex is an international blind manufacturer that has an extensive presence in Australia. Powerview is the blind motorisation platform from HunterDouglas (the parent company of Luxaflex). No Thread or Matter Support – No word yet whether these blinds will support Thread or Matter.Expensive – Luxaflex blinds are expensive. ![]()
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