How to Connect PS5 to Apple HomeKit

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As of now, there is no native support to directly connect a PlayStation 5 (PS5) to Apple HomeKit. Sony has not released an official integration with HomeKit, so you can’t control the PS5 directly from the Home app or Siri. However, there are a few indirect methods that allow you to control some aspects of your PS5 through your smart home setup. Below are some workarounds you can explore to add basic control over your PS5 using HomeKit.

1. Using a Smart Plug

One of the easiest ways to incorporate your PS5 into your HomeKit setup is by using a HomeKit-compatible smart plug. While this won’t give you direct control over gameplay or settings, you can use it to power your PS5 on or off remotely.

  1. Purchase a Smart Plug: Choose a smart plug that is compatible with HomeKit, like the Meross Smart Plug, Eve Energy, or Kasa Smart Plug.
  2. Set Up the Smart Plug: Plug the smart plug into an outlet and connect your PS5 to it.
  3. Add to HomeKit: Follow the instructions to add the smart plug to your Home app by scanning the HomeKit setup code.
  4. Control via Siri: Once the plug is added to HomeKit, you can control it using the Home app or Siri. For example, you can say, “Hey Siri, turn on the PS5” or “Hey Siri, turn off the PS5.”

This method only provides basic on/off control, but it’s the easiest and most straightforward solution.

2. Using HDMI-CEC with a Smart TV

If you have a smart TV that supports HDMI-CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) and integrates with HomeKit, you might be able to control the PS5 through the TV. HDMI-CEC allows devices connected via HDMI to control each other.

  1. Enable HDMI-CEC: Enable HDMI-CEC on both your TV and PS5. On the PS5, go to Settings > System > HDMI and turn on HDMI-CEC.
  2. Link TV to HomeKit: If your TV supports HomeKit (for example, some LG, Samsung, or Vizio models), add it to the Home app.
  3. Control via Siri: With HDMI-CEC, your TV might automatically power on or off when you turn on the PS5. You can also control the TV via Siri, which could trigger the PS5 to power on or off depending on the settings.

3. Using a Harmony Hub

If you own a Logitech Harmony Hub, you can connect your PS5 to this smart remote system. The Harmony Hub can integrate with HomeKit, allowing you to control the PS5 via the Home app or Siri.

  1. Set Up Harmony Hub: Set up your Harmony Hub and link it to your PS5 by configuring the devices and activities in the Harmony app.
  2. Add Harmony Hub to HomeKit: Follow the instructions in the Harmony app to add it to your HomeKit system.
  3. Control via Siri: Once linked, you can control the PS5 through Siri or the Home app by creating custom commands such as “Hey Siri, turn on the PS5.”

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