set up Mac Book Pro as Home hub

Can I set up a MacBook Pro M1 as the Home Hub?

MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 13.2

Posted on Mar 7, 2023 10:53 AM

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bbesspete

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Posted on Mar 8, 2023 12:48 PM

Hello Marhkco,

A home hub must be an iPad, Apple TV or HomePod. After your home hub is set up, you can use your Mac to control accessories in the Home app: Add an accessory to the Home app - Apple Support

Take care.

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bbesspete

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Mar 8, 2023 12:48 PM in response to Marhkco

Hello Marhkco,

A home hub must be an iPad, Apple TV or HomePod. After your home hub is set up, you can use your Mac to control accessories in the Home app: Add an accessory to the Home app - Apple Support

Take care.

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