# Will Smart things be supported on Apple watch **URL:** \ **Category:** Apps & Clients\ **Created:** [January 6, 2015, 7:28am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100 "2015-01-06T07:28:44Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![ashutosh1982](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/ashutosh1982/32/15210_2.png) [@ashutosh1982](https://community.smartthings.com/u/ashutosh1982)\ **Post date:** [January 6, 2015, 7:28am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/1 "2015-01-06T07:28:44Z")
Does anyone know whether there is a plan for smart things to develop an app on Apple’s new watch that will release sometime this year? In the keynote today it was announced about the S-Gear but I could not find any information on the community about Apple watch app being supported by smart things. ---
**Author:** ![Mbhforum](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/mbhforum/32/93879_2.png) [@Mbhforum](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Mbhforum)\ **Post date:** [January 6, 2015, 10:51am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/2 "2015-01-06T10:51:06Z")
I would imagine eventually as long as it becomes a success, which we think it will. With the Samsung acquisition, Android will most likely come first for newer technologies. ---
**Author:** ![ultrazero](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/ultrazero/32/14582_2.png) [@ultrazero](https://community.smartthings.com/u/ultrazero)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 6:51pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/3 "2015-03-04T18:51:00Z")
I see on this page of 27 Apple Watch apps you can try, Honeywell has a Total Connect app that lets you adjust your thermostat from you wrist. This is as far as I know, the first IoT app for the Apple Watch. Wearables are going to be absolutely killer in the smart home. > **[Apple Watch Apps](https://watchaware.com/watch-apps)** > > Latest Watch Apps ---
**Author:** ![brianlees](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/brianlees/32/267_2.png) [@brianlees](https://community.smartthings.com/u/brianlees)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/4 "2015-03-04T18:59:07Z")
Personally, the “fart” app (currently on page 2 of that site) seems like it will be a hit amongst my IT guys. 😄 …they don’t seem to get out much… However, if Apple opens up Siri to apps as well (which they are expected to at some point in the not too distant future), that combined with the watch will really be killer. ---
**Author:** ![Mbhforum](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/mbhforum/32/93879_2.png) [@Mbhforum](https://community.smartthings.com/u/Mbhforum)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 7:01pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/5 "2015-03-04T19:01:57Z")
I pre-ordered the Pebble Time and Pebble Time Steel watches and plan on getting an Apple Watch to see if I like that first. I am definitely going to go with one of these. I see there is an ST app for the Pebble but seems pretty limited as it’s third party made. ---
**Author:** ![ultrazero](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/ultrazero/32/14582_2.png) [@ultrazero](https://community.smartthings.com/u/ultrazero)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/6 "2015-03-04T19:07:16Z")
Siri on your wrist would be neat. Especially when you want KITT to bring the car around. 😁 I’m also really interested in iBeacons in the home. Wearables make more sense when it comes to beacons as they’re always on you. I’m picturing a home that knows the exact room you’re in at all times. …and i want to control my CT100 from my wrist. ---
**Author:** ![JDRoberts](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/jdroberts/32/56577_2.png) [@JDRoberts](https://community.smartthings.com/u/JDRoberts)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 7:07pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/7 "2015-03-04T19:07:35Z")
> [@brianlees](#): > > However, if Apple opens up Siri to apps as well (which they are expected to at some point in the not too distant future), that combined with the watch will really be killer. They likely will have some kind of HomeKit integration, but only for Mfi (Made for iPhone) certified devices, which Samsung has already said it’s not interested in making (including SmartThings). That said…If any wearable can do text messages via voice (Siri or otherwise), you can use those with SMS for decent voice control via IFTTT. I’m using this now thanks to @Will_Poirier 's observation that one hashtag could be used to trigger multiple SmartThings actions. 🙂 [http://community.smartthings.com/t/voice-control-using-siri-and-ifttt](http://community.smartthings.com/t/voice-control-using-siri-and-ifttt) ---
**Author:** ![brianlees](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/brianlees/32/267_2.png) [@brianlees](https://community.smartthings.com/u/brianlees)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 8:35pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/8 "2015-03-04T20:35:15Z")
> [@JDRoberts](#): > > which Samsung has already said it’s not interested in making (including SmartThings) I would hope that SmartThings would realize the importance of not alienating a demographic that, according to all advertising and sales metrics, typically spends more. I realize the Samsung parent will make this difficult. ---
**Author:** ![JDRoberts](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/jdroberts/32/56577_2.png) [@JDRoberts](https://community.smartthings.com/u/JDRoberts)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/9 "2015-03-04T20:37:40Z")
> [@brianlees](#): > > I would hope that SmartThings would realize the importance of not alienating a demographic that, according to all advertising and sales metrics, typically spends more. I realize the Samsung parent will make this difficult. I’m not sure they typically spend more than Samsung’s own customers, though. Viz. the Gear smartwatch, for example. > **[SmartThings’ Samsung Gear S App Version 1.2 is Here!](https://blog.smartthings.com/smartthings-updates/smartthings-samsung-gear-s-app-1-2/)** > > We’ve just released an updated version of the SmartThings Gear S app. Our second iteration of our first wearable version of the SmartThings app is now available for free download. Below is an overv… Or this: > **[Shop our Best Refrigerators | Stainless Steel | Samsung US](https://www.samsung.com/us/home-appliances/refrigerators/all-refrigerators/)** > > Shop Samsung's best refrigerators in stainless steel, unique color finishes, and counter depth models featuring smart home displays and water dispensers. ![](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/original/3X/0/8/08859def45dad93cebaa78886dfbcfc36715cf33.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![brianlees](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/brianlees/32/267_2.png) [@brianlees](https://community.smartthings.com/u/brianlees)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/10 "2015-03-04T20:44:20Z")
I love that fridge…been thinking about a new fridge and a Sammy has been high on the list. > **[Apple's users spend 4X as much as Google's](http://fortune.com/2014/06/27/apples-users-spend-4x-as-much-as-googles/)** > > Five reasons why. It’s a marketing demographic thing. It is also why you often see indie developers start on the iOS platform and then launch an Android app later. Not always true, but it is a common thing. **_Note - this post is not meant to start a flame war. I was just posting some backup on my position as to why I hope that SmartThings considers MFi certification if it is required to "really get things done._** ---
**Author:** ![brianlees](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/brianlees/32/267_2.png) [@brianlees](https://community.smartthings.com/u/brianlees)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 8:45pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/11 "2015-03-04T20:45:30Z")
This is the one I actually want! > **[34 cu. ft. 4-Door Flex™ Chef Collection Refrigerator, with Sparkling Water...](https://www.samsung.com/us/home-appliances/refrigerators/4-door-flex/36-wide-34-cu-ft-capacity-4-door-flex-chef-collection-refrigerator-with-sparkling-water-dispenser-rf34h9960s4-aa/)** > > Discover the latest features and innovations available in the 35 3/4 inches x 72 7/8 inches, 34.3 cu. ft. 4-Door Flex Chef Collection Refrigerator, with Sparkling Water Dispenser. ---
**Author:** ![JDRoberts](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/jdroberts/32/56577_2.png) [@JDRoberts](https://community.smartthings.com/u/JDRoberts)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/12 "2015-03-04T20:46:16Z")
but…that one doesn’t have a tablet on it! 😧 ---
**Author:** ![brianlees](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/brianlees/32/267_2.png) [@brianlees](https://community.smartthings.com/u/brianlees)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 8:46pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/13 "2015-03-04T20:46:48Z")
That’s what duct tape is for. 😄 Actually, it is more about the temp control and that lower right area. ---
**Author:** ![JDRoberts](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/jdroberts/32/56577_2.png) [@JDRoberts](https://community.smartthings.com/u/JDRoberts)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 8:57pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/14 "2015-03-04T20:57:56Z")
Or instead of duct tape, the under $25 engineering solution: > **[Amazon.com: Aduro U-Grip Adjustable Universal Fridge / Wall Mount for Tablets, Apple iPad, Galaxy Tablet (Retail Packaging) (Black/Red): Computers & Accessories](https://www.amazon.com/Aduro-Adjustable-Universal-Tablets-Packaging/dp/B00IUWTI62)** [https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41NqyPWp6JL.jpg](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41NqyPWp6JL.jpg) Except you have to take it down to charge it. ---
**Author:** ![ultrazero](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/ultrazero/32/14582_2.png) [@ultrazero](https://community.smartthings.com/u/ultrazero)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/15 "2015-03-04T21:21:44Z")
run a cord! check out my maytag smart fridge… ![](https://global.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/original/2X/4/48441fbcaa976498038928fc9f1b996ec87a263d.jpg) ---
**Author:** ![ultrazero](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/ultrazero/32/14582_2.png) [@ultrazero](https://community.smartthings.com/u/ultrazero)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/16 "2015-03-04T21:38:04Z")
Anyway… wearables! ---
**Author:** ![JDRoberts](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/jdroberts/32/56577_2.png) [@JDRoberts](https://community.smartthings.com/u/JDRoberts)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/17 "2015-03-04T21:52:18Z")
Wearables are coming, as is microlocation, but who knows when? (And eventually an HA system that listens for heartbeats to determine occupancy.) HomeKit is set up for microlocation (rooms divided into zones) but weirdly no formal mention of iBeacons yet. My personal guess (purely a guess) is that summer of 2016 is when we’ll see several robust home automation systems including wearables and some voice control. Apple watch + HomeKit + Insteon for one. I’m expecting Samsung + SmartThings, including Gear, to be another. Not sure which way Honeywell and Amazon will go, both could be important. And Nest is on its own path. We’ll see. But yes, definitely wearables. 😊 ---
**Author:** ![smart](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/smart/32/87920_2.png) [@smart](https://community.smartthings.com/u/smart)\ **Post date:** [March 4, 2015, 9:58pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/18 "2015-03-04T21:58:23Z")
@JDRoberts this is one time I totally disagree with you. It was always there… Remember the sci-if movies from childhood days… 😉 it’s that now it’s making a comeback. ---
**Author:** ![ultrazero](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/smartthings/user_avatar/community.smartthings.com/ultrazero/32/14582_2.png) [@ultrazero](https://community.smartthings.com/u/ultrazero)\ **Post date:** [March 5, 2015, 12:20am UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/19 "2015-03-05T00:20:54Z")
> [@JDRoberts](#): > > (And eventually an HA system that listens for heartbeats to determine occupancy.) Give me some of that! > [@JDRoberts](#): > > My personal guess (purely a guess) is that summer of 2016 is when we’ll see several robust home automation systems including wearables and some voice control. Apple watch + HomeKit + Insteon for one. I’m expecting Samsung + SmartThings, including Gear, to be another. Not sure which way Honeywell and Amazon will go, both could be important. And Nest is on its own path. We’ll see. I’ve heard you make this guess about Summer 2016 before. I tend to agree with the timeline and the players involved. I think the Insteon+Apple call is definitely an interesting one. Maybe Apple uses some of that cash to acquire them? That’d certainly be a major coup for Insteon after all these years. Finally, I know Samsung and Apple are mortal enemies and it would seem, as Google has done, that they would alienate Homekit. But my fingers are crossed that Samsung means what they say about openness. Here’s @alex 's great dodge in CNET about Homekit. I wanna believe the man. A quote from CNET: “we believe our [version No. 2] Hub is HomeKit-capable, but HomeKit’s not mature enough yet. We have a huge iOS base. We’ll continue to go for native experiences for them as much as we can and the goal is whatever’s right for the consumer – truly.” > **[Samsung, SmartThings and the open door to the smart home (Q&A)](https://www.cnet.com/home/kitchen-and-household/smartthings-ceo-on-samsung-being-open-apples-homekit-and-more-q-a/)** > > SmartThings CEO Alex Hawkinson explains what the smart home means to parent Samsung and how Apple's HomeKit fits in. ---
**Author:** ![tknice](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/b9bd4f/32.png) [@tknice](https://community.smartthings.com/u/tknice)\ **Post date:** [April 20, 2015, 11:40pm UTC](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100/20 "2015-04-20T23:40:07Z")
Is there no offical word from them on this? So many apps are being updated today for the apple watch, I got 8 in the last hour. The most interesting of the list to me: [Alarm.com](http://Alarm.com) • Support for the Apple Watch - Download our companion Apple Watch app to control your security system, locks, garage, lights, and thermostats, and even view live video from the watch. I use [alarm.com](http://alarm.com) so I’m still very happy that I can now arm/disarm from the watch without finding my phone… but I would much rather had an update for smartthings! Why can’t you be dropping a sweet app update to be of the first HA companies to do this? Please don’t make us wait for months… 😄 [Next page](https://community.smartthings.com/t/will-smart-things-be-supported-on-apple-watch/9100.md?page=2)