Samsung’s Latest Update Aims to “Bring Peace for Mixed OS Households”
— Here’s What’s New
Over the years, the tech industry has made significant strides toward creating a more interoperable smart home environment. Thanks to the introduction and evolution of protocols and standards like Thread and Matter, alongside some regulatory encouragement, building a smoothly functioning smart home system in 2025 is far less challenging than in the past.
Despite these advancements, a few hurdles remain—especially for households juggling devices from different ecosystems. Today, Samsung took a major step toward addressing this by announcing new features designed to, as they put it, “bridge the gap between Galaxy and Apple devices to make it easier for everyone in the home to stay connected.”
### Bridging Galaxy and Apple: What’s New?
Samsung has introduced compatibility between Siri Shortcuts and SmartThings Routines. In practical terms, this means users can now trigger SmartThings automations directly with Siri voice commands, creating a more seamless experience for iOS users.
Here are some examples of routines available for both iOS and Android users:
– **Good Morning:** Adjust your lights, turn on the coffee maker, and open the blinds automatically when the first person wakes up.
– **Leaving Home:** Lock doors, turn off lights, and activate the security system when the last person leaves the house.
– **Bedtime Mode:** Simply say “Goodnight” to turn everything off at once or create a relaxing atmosphere by dimming lights and closing blinds. You can even set smart devices like your Samsung TV to turn off automatically and program thermostats for a cooler sleeping temperature.
### Apple Watch Integration
The update also brings full compatibility with the Apple Watch. Users can now access and control device groups created within the SmartThings app directly from their wrist. This means Apple Watch owners with SmartThings can view their full device list, send commands, and execute routines on the go—making smart home control easier than ever.
### Enhanced iOS Live Activities Support
In addition, Samsung expanded its iOS Live Activities support to include up to five of your most recently used devices at a glance. This feature covers popular smart devices such as air purifiers, air conditioners, robot vacuums, and more, helping users keep tabs on their smart home at all times.
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