ChatGPT just made managing your Homey smart home a whole lot easier

Source: Android Authority

TL;DR

• Athom has launched a native ChatGPT integration for Homey, allowing users to connect their smart home accounts instantly without complex manual server setups.
• Users can now use ChatGPT to rename devices, adjust zones, and build or update both standard and Advanced Flows simply by describing what they want.
• The new ChatGPT integration supports Homey Cloud, Homey Pro, Pro Mini, and custom Homey Self‑Hosted Server setups.

Homey now available in ChatGPT

Athom’s Homey open smart home ecosystem introduced the Homey Model Context Protocol (MCP) server earlier this year, a powerful tool for advanced users. However, linking a local Homey setup to ChatGPT previously required a multi‑step process.

In a recent blog post, Athom announced that Homey is now directly available in ChatGPT. With a single click, users can connect their Homey account and start controlling their smart home through natural language.

What you can do with the integration

• Rename devices or move them to another zone.
• Create and update Flows (standard automations) and Advanced Flows by simply describing the desired behavior.
• Let ChatGPT translate your description into the appropriate Flow cards, eliminating the need to manually browse through every available option.

Compatibility

The ChatGPT integration works with:

• Homey Cloud (subscription‑based)
• Homey Pro (local)
• Homey Pro Mini (compact)
• Custom Homey Self‑Hosted Server setups

If you prefer other AI agents such as Claude, you can continue using the Homey MCP Server to achieve the same functionality. Existing manual connections to ChatGPT via the MCP Server remain unaffected.

Recent Homey updates

Homey has been expanding its reach across multiple platforms:

• Dedicated Homey apps for Android TV and LG webOS allow users to scan a QR code and turn their television into a comprehensive smart‑home dashboard.
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These moves demonstrate Athom’s commitment to making Homey accessible on virtually any screen.