Abode has been planning to bring HomeKit functionality to its Iota home security system for two years and today it has delivered on that promise to support Apple’s smart home platform. Abode’s security system includes door and window sensors, motion sensors, vibration sensors, cameras, and more.
Abode announced the news in a press release and also created a landing page to detail the arrival of HomeKit functionality:
Abode’s CEO shared more about the launch, including the claim that Iota is the first and only HomeKit-enabled DIY home security system.
Abode details how adding HomeKit to its security system allows customers to “control more with less effort.”
The company highlights the wide variety of smart products it offers beyond just the security system and accessories. Check out the whole system at Abode’s website, with Iota starter kits priced from $229 (note that the Iota Gateway is required to get HomeKit support at this time).
For existing customers with the Gen 1 and Gen 2 Iota systems HomeKit support is starting to roll out today, so look out for an update.
Check out our previous review of the Gen 1 system on our sister-site 9to5Toys here.
