Report: Apple plans to introduce a connected home platform at WWDC

May 26, 2014

Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference kicks off in a week, and naturally, rumors are swirling on what Apple might announce at next Monday’s keynote. One of the more intriguing rumors, however, comes our way from the Financial Times, which reports that Apple will announce a “smart home” platform that will let you control devices and appliances around your home from the comfort of your iPhone. While you may not be able to ask Siri to prepare your lunch any time soon, the platform, according to the Financial Times, “would turn the iPhone into a remote control for lights, security systems and other household appliances.” That would include tasks like locking the front door remotely, having your lights turn on automatically as you enter, or setting your thermostat to 68 degrees, for example.To read this article in full or to leave a comment, please click here

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